Having attended an Xaverian Brothers high school in Louisville, Kentucky, I was aware of the ministry of brothers from my earliest days. However, I first began studies for ministry as a diocesan priest, until I visited the Passionist Community in Chicago, Illinois, and immediately felt welcomed and at home.
Attracted to the Passionist way of life and seeing the example of men living the core of that life, I chose to serve as a brother.
It is a choice that requires effort and work, but it is one of service — first exampled to me by my mother, who served as a nurse — and prayer, which continues to challenge and enrich me.
After years in retreat ministry, I was invited to serve our senior Passionists in health care, assuring their well-being, good health and safety.
I am blessed and affirmed in this work, and feel I contribute significantly and positively to the individual lives of our priests and brothers of Sacred Heart Community and The Passionists of Holy Cross Province.
