The St. Camillus Seminary in Mananthavady is a formation house focused on the spiritual, intellectual, and personal development of future Camillian priests. The community is built on cooperation, fraternal love, and mutual support.

The formation team includes:
Students are guided in their spiritual and vocational journeys, engaging in daily prayers, spiritual exercises, and communal activities. The formation emphasizes the holistic development of students, fostering their relationship with God, and preparing them for future ministry.

Prayer and Spiritual Life:
Spiritual life is central to our formation. Members and students participate in daily Mass, Eucharistic adoration, and various devotions, including the Rosary, Novenas, and Way of the Cross. Special prayer times, including Wednesday prayers and monthly recollections, help deepen their connection with God. During the pandemic, online spiritual ministries also became an important part of our outreach.

Formation Program:
The seminarys formation program focuses on spiritual growth, intellectual excellence, and social responsibility. Key activities include:
* Monthly gatherings, recollections, and confessions.
* English language courses and seminars on Camillian values.
* Ministry exposure for third year students.
* Personality development programs and human formation.

Camillian Charism and Ministry:
The motto of the Camillian Order is: “Preach the Gospel and Heal the Sick.”. Our members are deeply involved in pastoral care and spiritual counselling for the sick, especially in local hospitals, old age homes, and through regular sacramental services in nearby religious communities.

Peniel Retreat Centre:
The Peniel Retreat Centre is dedicated to providing spiritual healing through individual retreats and group prayer services. After a pause due to the pandemic, the Centre resumed activities, offering spiritual guidance, confessions, and online ministry. Outreach programs have included retreats for parishes and religious groups, expanding the reach of spiritual healing.

Ministry Through Nanma Camillians:
Launched in July 2021, the Nanma Camillians outreach program focuses on caring for the poor and sick at home. In collaboration with Tzu Chi Foundation and Sneha Charitable Trust, this initiative has provided:

* Medical support to the homebound sick.
* Financial aid for the educational needs of poor students.
* Food distribution and medical supplies to families in crisis, particularly during the pandemic.

Fr. Benny Chengalikkavil (Superior and Rector)
Fr. Albin Munjanattu (Vice Rector and Vocation Promoter)
Fr. Vince Koikkal (Administrator)