Seton Hall University Becomes the First in the Nation to Receive Pope Francis' Apostolic Blessing  The Holy Father, Pope Francis, has imparted the Apostolic Blessing to Seton Hall University, making it the first and only university in the United States to claim such a rare honor.12/05/2013The Holy Father, Pope Francis, has imparted the Apostolic Blessing to Seton Hall University, making it the first and only university in the United States to claim such a rare honor.Laurie Pineinesmurzaku2023-06-20T16:44:06.322Z