Author Archives: Nick

Good Shepherd Sunday

Posted on April 21, 2013 by Nick

“My sheep hear my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish. No one can take them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is … Continue reading →

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Ash Wednesday

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Nick

Good morning everyone, and happy Ash Wednesday! Today, on this first day of lent, I was fitted for a pair of glasses – I must admit that I was fitted for them when I was younger but I never liked … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving

Posted on November 22, 2012 by Nick

All of us know what gratitude is. Despite the struggles and difficulties of life, we all know with gratitude comes a certain relief. Gratitude is what we celebrate today on this fourth Thursday of November; our Thanksgiving Day. Each and … Continue reading →

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All Saints Day

Posted on November 1, 2012 by Nick

Happy feast day of All Saints! My friends, it is no coincidence or accident of thought that the Church commemorates the solemnity of “All Saints”. We look to the saints as the future glory that we hope to receive. The … Continue reading →

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Vocation Story

Posted on September 19, 2012 by Nick

My grandfather made me a recommendation that I should share my own vocation story. I thought it a good idea considering how many people have been reading the blog from around the country, most of whom know very little about … Continue reading →

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Taiwan

Posted on July 21, 2012 by Nick

Well, folks. Time really does fly when you are having fun. Taiwan, a small country next to mainland China, is home to many new experiences for me. Paganism has become more vivid and real, and antiquated systems of salutation and … Continue reading →

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The Priest

Posted on July 16, 2012 by Nick

Some reflections on priesthood. ~ If you are afraid to love, never become a priest, never say Mass.  The Mass will draw you down upon your soul a torrent of interior suffering which has only one function:  to break you wide open and let everybody … Continue reading →

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What is the real Church: A Little More Apologetics

Posted on July 3, 2012 by Nick

I have to admit, running full-steam for eleven months and putting the brakes on full-stop doesn’t exactly work. Twiddling my thumbs proved tolerable for the first five minutes, and even music seems to get old after playing or singing the … Continue reading →

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To England and Back

Posted on June 26, 2012 by Nick

Hi all, After finishing my first year, I took some time for rest. Rest is an important aspect of our lives. It gives us a chance to take a moment and reflect about God, think about how He is at … Continue reading →

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Finished with my First Year

Posted on June 12, 2012 by Nick

Well, it’s already that time: I’ve finished my first year of Theological studies at the Pontifical North American College. I want to thank all of you for your prayers. Transitioning to life in Rome proved to be a little bit … Continue reading →

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