Who is your favorite saint & why? My favorite Saint is Bartholomew. His story is exemplary for we who may feel a lack of purpose in our lives, or that nothing seems to go as intended, even when we are in the worlds eyes we are on the path to success. This story is a great reminder that our Lord is with us in those moments of despair “under the fig tree” and he has a plan. John 1:48 “Nathanael said to him: How do you know me?" Jesus says, "Before Philip called you, when you were under the fig tree, I saw you.”

What is your favorite quote? Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all you that labour, and are burdened, and I will refresh you.”

If you could talk to anyone in the course of our history (dead or alive) who would it be and why? St. John Vianney, to speak with him about his story, and potentially have him hear my confession.

Why do you want to become a priest? I want to become a priest so to play a small role in bringing God’s plan into fruition and to shepherd his sheep.

Favorite past time/interests: Song writing, reading, and weightlifting.

What is your favorite Bible verse? Matthew 26: 39 “My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from me; yet not as I will, but as you will.”

Did anyone (priest, religious sister, friend, etc.) make an impact on your decision to enter seminary? After receiving my last sign, I had an impactful conversation with my brother and parents, which brought me clarity and peace about joining the seminary.

What is your favorite form of prayer? (Liturgy of the Hours, Holy Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet, Eucharistic Adoration, etc.) The rosary.

What is your favorite title of the Blessed Mother and/or Jesus? My favorite title of Jesus is, The Good Shepard, for our Blessed mother, Mirror of Justice.

Any advice for someone discerning the priesthood or religious life? Spend time in prayer searching for who God is and who you are. Ask Him to cast away any false notions in terms of who he is and who you are. Pray intently that his will be done.