Venerable English College
45 Via di Monserrato Roma
The Venerable English College in Rome is one of the oldest English Catholic institutions outside the United Kingdom. Founded in 1579, it has long been a place where men from England and Wales prepare for the priesthood. Its location in central Rome places it close to major churches and historic sites, giving students daily contact with the heart of the Catholic Church. The college has played an important role in the life of English Catholics in Rome for more than four centuries.
The college was created during a time when the practice of Catholicism in England faced severe restrictions. Young men who wanted to become priests could not train at home, so they traveled to Rome for safety and study. Many of the first students later returned to England even though they risked arrest and death. Because several were martyred, the college eventually received the title Venerable in their honor. Today the Venerable English College continues its mission of training priests for England and Wales. It also welcomes visitors who want to understand its history and the story of the English martyrs.
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Pontifical Irish College
The Pontifical Irish College in Rome is a historic seminary and institution of higher learning that has played a central role in the formation of Irish clergy for over four centuries. Founded in 1628 by Cardinal Ludovico Ludovisi with the support of the Irish bishops, the College was established to provide a place where Irish seminarians could pursue their priestly formation in close proximity to the heart of the Catholic Church.
St. Patrick's American Parish
St. Patrick’s American Parish in Rome serves as a spiritual home for English speaking Catholics, especially those from the United States, bringing together students, diplomats, tourists, and long term residents who want Mass and pastoral care in English. The parish began in the early twentieth century to meet the needs of the growing American presence in the city.
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