4th year student at St. Vincent Seminary
Birthplace/date: Greenwood, Oct. 14, 1972
Home parish, location: St. Joseph’s, Columbia
Family: mom and dad in St. Matthew’s, two sisters, one brother
Favorite aspect of seminary: having the time and privilege of studying
Most difficult aspect of seminary: learning proper discipline in keeping a schedule
3 people you would like to meet: the pope, Mozart, Thomas Hardy
Who/what inspired your vocation: The Eucharist was the key to my conversion. It’s been the whole impetus to my vocation.
What do you do for stress relief: walk, ride my bicycle, reading (other than theology), hanging out with friends
Last movie you saw: “The Patriot”
Reactions from others on your entering the seminary: My father was sure I wanted to be a professional student. It was mostly good, positive feedback. Being a convert, a lot of people didn’t, still don’t, understand the priesthood.
What occupation would you have pursued, if not priesthood: immunology
If you were stranded in a bell tower, what three things would you want with you: my breviary, a book (other than theology), food
Do you think the seminary will adequately prepare you for priesthood: as well as possible, without the hands-on experience (of actually being a priest)
If you had 3 wishes, what would they be: Christian unity, peace in countries around the world, stronger families
What’s your biggest fear: not being prepared for a homily
If you could be a patron saint, what would it be of: people who doubt their faith
What might you choose as your personal motto: Nothing is impossible with God