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Each day voices from every direction bombard us so loudly with their needs that it’s nearly impossible to hear God’s voice.

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Our future men in black

 Is there a seminarian near you this summer?
 
When did you hear the call?

Msgr. Walter Barrett  Holy Rosary parish, Richmond

Two events come to mind when I reflect on my initial call, or interest in priesthood. In elementary school (Van de Vyver) the Franciscan Sisters would ask every so often, ..."How many of you are interested in becoming priests?  Read more. >>
News from the Office of Vocations


 

Class of 2008 - Two Seminarians
Introducing two gentlemen who are beginning seminary formation for our Diocese in the fall of 2008. 
Pictured from left to right are Mr. Leonard Andrie and Mr. Doug Bunch.

  Upcoming Vocation Events

October 24 - 25, 2008 - Retreat for Young Men in High School 
If you are a junior or senior in high school and you want to learn how to go deeper in your relationship with Christ, come to the InnerLife weekend.  This retreat will be held at Our Lady of Angels Monastery in Crozet, VA – located just west of Charlottesville.  The retreat will be held Friday, October  24  – Saturday October 25, 2008. 

Learn more about how solitude and silence can strengthen your prayer life, while in a beautiful, rustic setting that fosters prayer.  The retreat is led by Fr. Gregory Kandt, Pastor of Church of Incarnation in Charlottesville.   Contact Fr. Gregory @ 434-973-4381 or grk@incarnationparish.org for more information. 

November 7 - 9, 2008 ~ Come and See Retreat for Women
The Daughters of Charity are offering a “Come and See” retreat weekend November 7 - 9, 2008.  Single women ages 18 - 35 interested in a vocation as a Sister are invited to attend.  The retreat will be held in Emmitsburg, MD.  If interested please contact Sr. Denise LaRock, D.C. at 410-646-2074 or dcvoc@doc.org.  www.thedaughtersofcharity.org

November 21 - 23, 2008 ~ Follow Me Retreat for Young Adult Men
 Are you looking for some direction from God? Looking for an answer to some of life's big questions? Are you trying to figure out what Christ wants you to do with your life? If so, please join us for the Follow Me Retreat.

The retreat will be held at the beautiful Roslyn Retreat Center in Richmond from Friday, November 21 - Sunday, November 23, 2008. It is open to men ages 18 - 39 years old.  A team of priests will lead reflections on how we can hear God's call in our lives through scripture, prayer, sacraments, and service. There is no cost for this retreat. For more information, contact Fr. Michael Renninger in the Office of Vocations at 804-359-5661 or mrenninger@richmonddiocese.org.

August 10- 13, 2009 - Gathering with the Seminarians
Each year, the seminarians of the Diocese gather at Sandbridge for a time of prayer, reflections, and relaxation. We are joined by men who are discerning a possible call to priesthood or religious life. If you would like to join us for part or all of this gathering, contact Fr. Michael at the Vocations Office.


 Seminarian Gathering at Sandbridge - 2008
The seminarians of the Diocese of Richmond
gather together at the end of their summer parish assignments
for a time of prayer, reflection, and relaxation.


Class of 2007 - Two Seminarians
Two new seminarians began seminary formation for our Diocese in the fall of 2007. 
Pictured from left to right are Mr. Edgar Madarang and Mr. Gino Rossi.
     

 
Class of 2006 -  Seminarians  
Seven new seminarians began seminary formation for our Diocese in Fall 2006.  Pictured from left to right in the back row are: Mr. Chris Hess, Mr. Sean Prince, Mr. David Stanfill, and Mr. Kevin McArdle. Pictured from left to right in the front row are: Mr. Cole Kracke, Mr. Scott Sartini, and Mr. Joe Goldsmith.

       Recently Ordained
                   

           Ordained to the Transitional Diaconate on April 19, 2008:         

Rev. Mr. David W. Cupps
     St. Anne Parish,
     Bristol, VA

 

 

            Ordained to the Priesthood on June 2, 2007:         

Rev. W. Daniel Beeman
     Cathedral of the Sacred Heart,
     Richmond, VA

 

Rev. Kevin Lee Segerblom
     Cathedral of the Sacred Heart,
     Richmond, VA

Ordained to the Priesthood on June 10, 2006:

Rev. Michael Boehling
     Cathedral of the Sacred Heart,
     Richmond, VA

Rev. Robert Cole
     Cathedral of the Sacred Heart,
     Richmond, VA

Rev. Tony Marques
     Cathedral of the Sacred Heart,
     Richmond, VA

Rev. Timothy Kuhneman
     Cathedral of the Sacred Heart,
     Richmond, VA

 

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