Priest Training Fund

The motto of Allen Hall, where the men training for the ordained priesthood live and study, is Vivamus in spe – May we live in hope. This year we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Allen Hall in its current location in Central London.

Now, more than ever, as the nation faces unprecedented challenges and there are so many people in desperate situations across our Diocese, that hope is needed.

Our seminarians work in parishes, schools, hospitals and hospices, as well as prisons, with refugees, and anywhere where a Catholic presence can make a contribution.

In all they do, they strive to be formed in the image of Him who came not to be served, but to serve. They come from a wide range of backgrounds, countries, and religious congregations. However, despite their differences, their desire to be formed in the image of Christ unites them, and creates an even stronger bond to their faith.

We currently have 50 men in formation at Allen Hall, including 13 for Westminster Diocese. To form and educate a seminarian costs £25,000 per year. The Diocese of Westminster’s Priest Training Fund raises about £150,000 each year and contributes to both the training of our seminarians and also the ongoing education of our priests’ post-ordination.

Can you help to support our seminarians in their vital mission?

- Pray for vocations and our seminarians

- Give to this appeal

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