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Meet the Priests: Deacon Paulo Salazar Logs Many Miles in Journey to Priesthood

June 24, 2025

When Paulo Salazar decided to answer God’s call to become a priest, which he described as “this kind of gentle stirring of the heart,” it seemed a natural fit. After all, the 27-year-old had grown up in St. Joan of Arc Church and considered it a second home.

Meet the Priests: Deacon Benoit Chavanne From France Seeks ‘Ministry of Presence’ as Priest in Brooklyn

June 18, 2025

For Benoit Chavanne, a transitional deacon in the Diocese of Brooklyn, the journey to the priesthood has been a lifelong process.

Meet the Priests: Deacon Robert Ruggiero Aims to Follow St. Joseph’s Example, Become ‘Spiritual Father’

June 11, 2025

Deacon Robert Ruggiero has long thought that God had a specific mission for him — possibly the priesthood. But his journey to obedience lasted far beyond three days — about 30 years.

Meet the Priests: Love for God Was Engine That Made Mechanic Drive Toward Priesthood

May 27, 2025

Deacon Alvaro Morales Sanchez studied to become a diesel mechanic, but his true passion is fueled by his deep connection with God.

Meet the Priests: Eager to Evangelize, Deacon Callistus Ibeh Is Ready to Live His Dream

May 21, 2025

Deacon Callistus Ibeh’s journey toward the priesthood wasn’t as easy as riding a bike, but the avid cyclist said he didn’t encounter too many bumps along the way.

Meet the Priests: Called to Serve — Deacon, Former Waiter, Anticipating Ordination

May 15, 2025

Once a restaurant server in New York, Deacon Nelson Gerardo Tlatelpa now prepares for priesthood in the Diocese of Brooklyn, drawing on life lessons from his journey from Mexico to ministry.

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