On June 13, 1992, I was ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Louis Gelineau. Where have all the years gone? Please pray for me, my classmate Fr. John Soares and all who celebrate the anniversary of ordination on this day. … Continue reading →
This week I learned that two priest friends with whom I was in the seminary passed on to eternal life. One was a Franciscan, the other Diocesan. They both had very different lives. The Franciscan was with the Holy Land … Continue reading →
I am a priest! Why am I a priest? What was God’s purpose in calling me? That I cannot answer, but I am a priest! There are many more gifted that could have done great things, but, I am a … Continue reading →
…but the Priesthood of Christ is Eternal! Although the Year for Priests is over for almost two months, but dedicated work of priests continues world wide. We only hear of the few rotten apples in the basket, but rarely hear … Continue reading →
One of the most discussed and contested issues relating to the priesthood is celibacy. In this episode, I have the vocation director from my diocese speak about this beautiful gift to the Church. – Music: “Made For You” by Tara … Continue reading →
In this episode, I share a talk on the permanence of the priesthood and cover some feedback – Music: “Forever” by Take No Glory – Effective Faith, Faith That Makes A Difference by Bishop Thomas J. Tobin cast (at) iPadre (dot) … Continue reading →
In this episode, I share a talk I gave this Lent on the Priesthood and Year For Priests, feedback from a man close to ordination to the priesthood, a dispensation from abstinence on the Solemnity of St. Joseph and a … Continue reading →
Last week, I had the opportunity to sit down with the Most Rev. Thomas J. Tobin, Bishop of Providence. Bishop Tobin and I talked about his vocation to the priesthood and his newly released book “Effective Faith, Faith That Makes … Continue reading →
The Eucharist is the source and center of the Christian life. It is our identity and without the Eucharist, we cease to be Catholic. The Eucharist is our calling card. In this episode, I’ll share my homily about the Eucharist. … Continue reading →
This past Saturday, I celebrated my anniversary and attended the ordination of two new priests in my diocese. On Friday, we will enter into a special Year of the Priest and the Holy Father has extended special indulgences to both priests … Continue reading →