Life as a transitional deacon has been great so far. Especially since moving into the parish to begin my assignment, it has been a very…
As humans and as Catholics, we are all called to communion; we are called to communication and interaction with one another. However, us social beings…
One of the best parts of the academic year is when, at the end, ordinations take place, which is usually done in the month of…
One of the greatest blessings I have as a transitional deacon is to preside at baptisms. Because of the current pandemic, I have been privileged…
This year at St. Joseph’s Seminary, my seat in the chapel is directly across from a beautiful stained glass window depicting the scene from Chapter…
When we reflect on today’s Gospel, I think the words “fully grown”, and “leavened” jump out at us. Jesus is trying to explain the Kingdom…
The Fall semester is in full swing. At least it is trying to be. Here at Seton Hall, the campus is a lot emptier than…
As I gaze at the world, I often see the real struggle of each person as they journey through life. People walk through, often battered…
As we continue to walk during these unusual circumstances of precautions and social distancing, the very light of Mary’s life inserts us into a new…
It was a dreary Friday in April when we traveled north on the NJ Turnpike. Along with my classmate Stephen Robbins, we drove up to…