Ordained: 2008, Archdiocese of Trenton
Home parish: St Mary of the Lakes Church, Medford NJ
Assigned parish: Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Southport, NC
Family: Wife, Michelle; Grown children, Nicole and Kevin
Profession: Regional Sales Director – Gulf Coast – Grifols
Hobbies: Golf (not good), cooking, landscaping, travel
When did you first consider a vocation to the permanent diaconate?
2002
What is your favorite part of being a deacon?
Preaching, serving the parish, marriage prep
What would you say to someone considering the permanent diaconate?
Pray and follow the path that God provides.
What surprised you the most about the permanent diaconate?
How my wife and family have embraced the ministry.
What is your favorite scripture passage?
But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint. - Isaiah 40:31
Who is your favorite saint and why?
Saint Joseph because he is a good father to emulate.