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Faith Amid the Storm: IHM Seminary Honors Msgr. James Shea April 20th, 2026 Despite severe weather, over 500 guests gathered for Immaculate Heart of Mary Seminary’s annual Bishops and Rector Dinner, honoring Monsignor James Shea and raising more than $100,000 to support seminarian formation.

Celebrating Msgr. Shea with the Immaculate Heart of Mary Award

IHMS Celebrates Msgr James Shea at 2026 Bishops and Rector Dinner March 10th, 2026 2026 Bishops & Rector Dinner, an annual fundraiser for IHM seminarians, celebrates Msgr James Shea with the Immaculate Heart of Mary Award.

Well Done, Good & Faithful Steward. Partnering with St. Mary’s Parish to help parishioners prepare with grace & intention

Well Done, Good & Faithful Steward: Preparing your Legacy with Grace and Intention September 30th, 2025 Catholics are called to be good stewards of the gifts entrusted to us, especially at the end of life. Hear about our local, no cost planning seminars here:

Bishops and seminarians chatting at 2025 annual Bishops and Rectors Dinner

Bishop Neary Honored at Annual Bishop's and Rector Dinner May 9th, 2025 On April 25th, 2025, the Immaculate Heart of Mary Seminary (IHMS) had another successful Bishops and Rector Dinner at the Rochester International Event Center. The evening was full of laughter, music, and a strong sense of community, as IHMS celebrated and honored the future of our faith, and raised funds for IHMS seminarian education.

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