Sep 1, 2026 | News
We commemorate our deceased members of the Holy Apostles family and request that you keep them in your prayers. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Dennis Quentin McInerny, 89, entered eternal life on December 11, 2025. A faithful Catholic, Navy veteran, scholar, and professor, he devoted his life to the study and teaching of philosophy and theology. He taught at several Catholic institutions and was remembered as a loving example of faith to his family and those who knew him.
Holy Apostles is grateful for the generous legacy gift provided by Dennis from his estate that will help us carry on the important work of faithful Catholic education.
Mr. Jeffery Allen Fox departed this world peacefully on May 7, 2026, after a short battle with cancer. A native of Kankakee, IL, John’s life was a testament to faith, family, and service. He was committed to serving the Church throughout the world in his various assignments as Parish Coordinator and Religious Education Director at military bases, including those in Germany and Italy. In 2025, he received his Master of Arts in Theology (Summa Cum Laude) from Holy Apostles College & Seminary.
Thérèse Catharine “T.C.” McGuirk passed away on July 13, 2026. A gifted classically trained sculptor and painter, T.C. created numerous works of sacred and civic significance, including the life-size bronze statue of Msgr. Joseph V. King displayed near St. Patrick Cathedral in Norwich, Connecticut. Her life was marked by a deep and unwavering Catholic faith, devotion to her family, and a desire that others show greater kindness to one another.
Dr. James J. Lavelle, 81, entered eternal life on July 3, 2026. A devoted educator and lifelong learner, Dr. Lavelle dedicated his life to teaching, encouraging, and inspiring his students. His own love of learning continued throughout his life, culminating in earning his Master of Arts in Theology, cum laude, from Holy Apostles College & Seminary in 2005.
Constance Ann (Allen) Rotondo, 63, entered eternal life on July 8, 2026. A devout Catholic, she generously shared her faith through catechesis, bereavement ministry, prayer, and service to the Church. She was remembered as a woman of deep faith who used her gifts to serve and encourage others. Constance earned her Master of Arts in Theology from Holy Apostles College & Seminary in 2022.
Aug 20, 2026 | News
Join Us for Opening Mass
The beginning of a new academic and formation year is a moment filled with hope, excitement, and gratitude. We would love for you to begin the semester with us in prayer.
Monday, August 24 at 11:00 AM ET
Our Lady, Queen of the Apostles Chapel
Join us on our Cromwell, CT campus or online via holyapostles.edu/live
Whether you are joining us on campus or studying with us from afar, we are grateful to have you as part of the Holy Apostles community.
Jun 8, 2026 | News
Cromwell, Connecticut — Holy Apostles College and Seminary will launch its PhD in Theology program in Fall 2026. Accredited by the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) and the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), the program is the first doctoral program at Holy Apostles and the first faithfully Catholic 100% online PhD in Theology.
Holy Apostles’ PhD. in Theology will be offered through a combination of asynchronous coursework and live synchronous seminars, making advanced theological formation accessible to students regardless of geographic location.
Program Director Dr. Joshua Madden shares, “The PhD in Theology is an innovative program that allows students to plumb the depths of the Christian Tradition for the sake of building up both the Church and the Academy.”
More than a terminal degree, the PhD in Theology is a path toward becoming a teacher of teachers, one who draws from Scripture, the Church Fathers, Doctors of the Church, and the entire breadth of Tradition to illuminate truth for a searching world.
The new doctoral program continues Holy Apostles’ promise to alumni and students to provide opportunities for those who desire not simply to know theology but to hand it on. Dr. Kristina Olsen, VP of Academic Affairs, adds, “Our PhD graduates will contribute meaningfully to theological scholarship to support and promote the love of God, the teaching of the faith, and Catholic evangelization throughout the world.”
Students will earn a PhD in Theology and may specialize in one of four concentrations: Sacred Scripture, Thomistic Studies, Moral and Spiritual Theology, and Dogmatic and Historical Theology. Additionally, students will learn to conduct advanced theological research, engage deeply with primary sources, contribute original scholarship to the Catholic intellectual tradition, and form the next generation of Church leaders. The program will admit a small, select cohort of students, allowing for close faculty mentorship and scholarly collaboration.
For more information or to apply to the PhD in Theology Program, visit holyapostles.edu/phd-in-theology/ or contact the Admissions Office at 860-632-3000 or [email protected].
Jun 4, 2026 | News
Cromwell, Connecticut — Holy Apostles College and Seminary will keep undergraduate tuition unchanged for the 2026-2027 academic year. This marks the fourth year in a row that undergraduate tuition has remained the same.
At a time when college costs continue to rise, Holy Apostles follows a different path. We believe a faithful Catholic education should be accessible and affordable, not something that leaves students burdened by debt.
Fr. Peter Kucer, President-Rector, often reminds us, “A debt-free graduate is a gift to the Church.” That is why Holy Apostles remains committed to helping students earn accredited degrees at an affordable cost.
At Holy Apostles, affordability is only part of our mission. Recently, Pope Leo XIV reminded Catholic colleges and universities that they must cultivate in students a passion for the truth, and that truth is Christ Himself. This mission has guided Holy Apostles since its founding: a mission to form the whole person–to cultivate Catholic leaders with the heart of Christ.
By keeping tuition affordable, we seek to make that formation accessible to more students who desire an education rooted in academic excellence, faithful Catholic teaching, and a deeper understanding of their vocation.
Why Students Choose Holy Apostles
- Faithful Catholic education rooted in the Church’s intellectual tradition
- A commitment to affordability
- Flexible online options that fit real-life needs
Faithful. Affordable. Flexible.
Whether you’re discerning your future studies, preparing for a career, or seeking to better serve the Church, Holy Apostles is here to accompany you every step of the way.
Live your mission with Holy Apostles College & Seminary.
Holy Apostles College and Seminary (www.holyapostles.edu) is a NECHE and ATS accredited college with a mission of preparing and educating seminarians, consecrated, and lay students for the New Evangelization through undergraduate and graduate programs. Students have access to faithfully Catholic, truly affordable, and fully online programs as well as residential religious programs in historic Cromwell, Connecticut. As a pioneer in online learning, Holy Apostles is one of the first theological schools to offer 100% online graduate programs. Alumni and faculty of the institution include internationally recognized leaders and experts in apologetics, philosophy, and theology.
Jun 2, 2026 | News
June 2 | 7 PM ET
Join us for a community-wide reflection on Pope Leo XIV’s new encyclical, Magnifica humanitas.
In this lecture and open conversation, we will explore what the Holy Father is asking of us as a Catholic institution formed and united in the digital age. Together, we’ll consider how the encyclical’s vision of the human person can guide our teaching, learning, and witness as an on-campus and online community.
All faculty, staff, and students are warmly invited to gather, listen, and share in this moment of discernment for Holy Apostles.
Join the Zoom Meeting!
