First, a shoutout to seminarian Mark Johnson, our first year theologian, who received the ministry of lector with his classmates on Friday, April 22, in the seminary’s Immaculate Conception Chapel. The ministry of lector is conferred upon those who prepare and proclaim readings from scripture at Mass and other liturgical celebrations.  Second, a shoutout to seminarians Julian Cuervo, Alex Pandolfe, and Eric Hosmer, our second-year theologians, who received the ministry of acolyte with their classmates on Saturday, April 23, in the seminary’s Immaculate C...

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As we celebrtate our Lord Jesus Christ's resurrection, we often think of all those who have sacrificed as Jesus did, whether it be the forgoing of personal time through volunteerism, making monetary donations to organizations even through these difficult times or for those who made a life-long commitment to Christ. The Meaning of Vocation. A vocation or calling can be defined as a strong urge toward a particular way of life or career. “Ask yourselves, young people, about the love of Christ. Acknowledge His voice resounding in the temple of your heart. Ret...

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Can you believe that it has been over three months since Father Larry Barile’s priestly ordination?  I asked Father Barile to reflect on his experience of priesthood thus far.  Here is what he had to say… On December 8, 2021, the Most Rev. Michael R. Cote, DD conferred the Rite of Holy Priesthood upon me. It would be an understatement to say that it was one of the most profound moments in my life – the birth of my son being high among them.  Bishop Cote imparted these words that were both simple and yet profound, “Enjoy today, t...

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