The Pontifical Beda College

Running under the eyes of Christ
The Pontifical Beda College is an English-speaking seminary in Rome, forming men discerning priesthood in their thirties and beyond for service in dioceses across the world.
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A seminary shaped by life
Priestly formation at the Beda builds upon the experience men already bring to their vocation. Life in Rome, shared community, and integrated formation prepare seminarians for the responsibilities of diocesan ministry.
Archdiocese of Brisbane
Australia
Diocese of Argyle and the Isles
Scotland
Archdiocese of Liverpool
England
Diocese of Stockholm
Sweden
Diocese of Clifton
England
Diocese of Wollongong
Australia
Diocese of Down & Connor
Ireland
Diocese of Port Pirie
Australia
Diocese of Derry
Ireland
Diocese of East Anglia
England
Archdiocese of Armagh
Ireland
Diocese of Portsmouth
England
Archdiocese of St. Andrews & Edinburgh
Scotland
Diocese of Port-Louis
Mauritius
Diocese of Brentwood
England
Archdiocese of Westminster
England
Diocese of Lancaster
England
Diocese of Leeds
England
Archdiocese of Brisbane
Australia
Diocese of Argyle and the Isles
Scotland
Archdiocese of Liverpool
England
Diocese of Stockholm
Sweden
Diocese of Clifton
England
Diocese of Wollongong
Australia
Diocese of Down & Connor
Ireland
Diocese of Port Pirie
Australia
Diocese of Derry
Ireland
Diocese of East Anglia
England
Archdiocese of Armagh
Ireland
Diocese of Portsmouth
England
Archdiocese of St. Andrews & Edinburgh
Scotland
Diocese of Port-Louis
Mauritius
Diocese of Brentwood
England
Archdiocese of Westminster
England
Diocese of Lancaster
England
Diocese of Leeds
England
Formation in Rome for English-speaking dioceses
Four years of integrated formation in spiritual, human, intellectual, and pastoral life, preparing men for priestly ministry within the universal Church.
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Formation, vocation, and life at the Beda
Reflections from the Rector, updates from the College, and perspectives drawn from formation and community life.
24 Sep 2026

16 New Seminarians at the Beda College

New Seminarians visit St Paul's Basilica. It has been a joy to welcome our new seminarians to the Beda. We have 16 new men which is the highest number starting for a decade. Deo Gratias! Today that had a tour of St Paul’s basilica and Mass close to the tomb of the Apostle.

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20 Jun 2026

Six New Deacons Ordained

Five Beda men and one Scots College man were ordained by Cardinal James Harvey on Wednesday at the Basilica of St Paul's Outside the Walls. We congratulate them on this great step.

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20 Jun 2026

Canon Marcus Holden meets Holy Father

Father Rector meets Holy Father Pope Leo - Canon Marcus met the Holy Father at Castel Gandolfo last month. Pope Leo wished us a happy feast day for St Bede! The Rector pointed out that his illustrious predecessor, Leo XIII, had given the name ‘Beda’ to us. He said that we felt a particular closeness to him and fondness for him. The Rector ask said that we are looking forward to welcoming him to the Beda before too long.

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Discerning priesthood with maturity and clarity
Vocation often unfolds through professional, personal, and spiritual experience. Formation supports that journey in partnership with diocesan discernment.
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The life and mission of the College is sustained through prayer, generosity, and partnership in forming priests for English-speaking dioceses.
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