The seminarians ended their examinations on Thursday 14th June. This date marks the end of the current year of formation. On Friday, 15th June, the seminarians joined Deacon Joseph Hili in the Cathedral of the Assumption for his priestly ordination. On the following Saturday and Monday, they had their final meetings and on Monday they attended Mass celebrated by Bishop Mario Grech, thus bringing to an end the current year of formation. Mass was followed by a party to which parents and relatives of the seminarians were invited. The Aħwa Ħbieb tas-Seminarju, members of the staff and helpers at the Seminary were also present. Summer holidays started the following day. In summer, the seminarians have time to relax, spend more time with their families be more present at their parishes and do voluntary work.