Seminary Rector

Rev.Fr.Paranathanthrige Prasad Harshan

Rev.Fr.Paranathanthrige Prasad Harshan

Date Appointed to Seminary: 2023-10-11

The Rector of St. Aloysius' Seminary in Borella is a senior priest responsible for the spiritual, academic, and pastoral formation of seminarians. He provides leadership, guidance, and discipline while ensuring the seminary's mission of preparing future priests. The rector serves as a role model of priestly virtue and commitment.

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Other Formators

Rev.Fr.Carlton Joseph De SilvaRev.Fr.Carlton Joseph De Silva

Date Appointed to Seminary: 2024-10-18

Appointments:

  • Spiritual Director (from: 2024-10-18 to: present)
Responsibilities:

The Spiritual Director of St. Aloysius' Seminary in Boralla, is a devoted leader who mentors seminarians in their spiritual journey. With profound faith and guidance, he fosters personal growth, offering counsel, prayer, and pastoral care, helping shape future priests in their spiritual formation.

Rev.Fr.Hettige Ravin Darshana Rev.Fr.Hettige Ravin Darshana

Date Appointed to Seminary: 2020-10-01

Appointments:

  • Bursar (from: 2020-10-01 to: present)
Responsibilities:

The Bursar of St. Aloysius' Seminary in Boralla, Colombo, oversees the financial management of the seminary. Responsible for budgeting, accounting, and ensuring proper allocation of resources, he plays a crucial role in maintaining financial stability, ensuring the seminary runs smoothly, and supporting the formation of seminarians with integrity and transparency.

Rev.Fr.Asitha Niranjana FernandoRev.Fr.Asitha Niranjana Fernando

Date Appointed to Seminary: 2020-10-01

Appointments:

  • Pre-Senior Director (from: 2020-10-01 to: present)
Responsibilities:

The Pre-Senior Director of St. Aloysius' Seminary in Boralla, Colombo, is responsible for guiding seminarians in the critical phase of their formation before senior studies. He provides pastoral care, academic supervision, and spiritual direction, helping shape their character, deepen their faith, and prepare them for the challenges of priestly life and ministry.

Rev.Fr.Marlon Rashmika VassRev.Fr.Marlon Rashmika Vass

Date Appointed to Seminary: 2023-10-11

Appointments:

  • Senior Director (from: 2023-10-11 to: present)
  • Priest in-charge of Intellectual Formation (from: 2024-10-18 to: present)
Responsibilities:

The Senior Director of St. Aloysius' Seminary in Colombo 08 oversees the advanced stage of seminarians' formation, focusing on deepening their theological, pastoral, and spiritual development. With extensive experience, he provides guidance, mentoring, and leadership, preparing future priests to serve the Church with wisdom, integrity, and commitment to their vocation.

The Priest in-charge of intellectual formation at St. Aloysius Seminary, Borella, is responsible for overseeing the academic development of seminarians. He ensures a comprehensive approach to intellectual growth, fostering critical thinking, discipline, and a strong foundation in both academic studies and personal development, preparing students for their future roles in the Church.

Rev.Fr.Passindu Adolf Rev.Fr.Passindu Adolf

Date Appointed to Seminary: 2024-10-18

Appointments:

  • Priest in-charge of Sports and Cultural Activities (from: 2024-10-18 to: present)
  • Priest in-charge of Liturgy (from: 2023-10-11 to: present)
Responsibilities:

The Priest in charge of Sports and Cultural Activities at St. Aloysius' Seminary, Boralla, fosters holistic development among seminarians by promoting physical fitness, teamwork, and creative expression. With a deep commitment to nurturing both body and spirit, he organizes events that enrich the community's cultural and athletic life.

The Priest in charge of Liturgy at St. Aloysius' Seminary, Boralla, ensures the reverent celebration of the sacraments and spiritual formation. He guides seminarians in deepening their understanding of liturgical practices, fostering a prayerful atmosphere, and cultivating a profound sense of sacredness in the community’s worship life.