The Prologue in the Gospel of St. John, for the way it announces the incarnation, especially, “And the Word became flesh, and made his dwelling among us.”

What are some of your hobbies?

Spending time with family and friends, traveling, cooking

What advice would you give to a young man who is considering the priesthood?

To be attentive to God’s calling, especially when it is experienced though other people. Be open to people when they tell you that they think you would make a good priest. God communicates to us through people around us.

What are some of your favorite books/ spiritual reading/magazines?

Harry Potter series, The Chronicles of Narnia, Father Elijah

Through the cardinal, God is calling each of us personally to help rebuild his Church. How must the priest respond to this mandate today?

One of the best ways to rebuild, as in any building project, is update the materials you use. In the Church this is done by being in sync with what is going on the archdiocesan level for instance collaboration between parishes and working together as opposed to being competitive. If we rebuild, we need to use the best building materials available to us now in 2008.

When Cardinal Seán came to Boston, he wrote a pastoral letter entitled: “Vocations: Everybody’s Business.” What are some ways that we can help all individuals and families understand their role in promoting and supporting vocations?

It is imperative that we talk about vocations at the parish. I often recount my vocation story in homilies. I try to offer Masses, at least a couple times a month, for vocations while using the Mass for vocations in the Sacramentary, and praying for vocation in the intentions at Sunday Masses. I also keep my antenna tuned into young men and women who seem to have an interest in service in the Church.

Featured Website:

www.VocationsBoston.org

Upcoming Events for the Vocation Office

Feb. 11: Christ Speaks in the City at the Old State House in Downtown Boston

Feb. 12: Discernment Retreat Followup: “The Priest” Lectures (Understanding the Priesthood) at St. John’s Seminary in Brighton

Feb. 26: Discernment Retreat Followup: “The Priest” Lectures (Understanding the Priesthood) at St. John’s Seminary in Brighton

‘Meet our Priests’ is produced by the Office for Vocations of the Archdiocese of Boston.