By virtue of our baptism, each of us Christians is called to live out the three roles of Jesus as Priest, Prophet and King starting with our family in our home. Listen as Fr. Jonathan Meyer discusses just how we practically go about fulfilling that call.
Read moreBecoming a Spiritual Leader →
If you’re like a lot of men, there are few terms that seem as confusing or intimidating as this call to be the “spiritual leader.” What does it even mean? Are we supposed to have the Bible memorized? Do we always need to have the right answers? Are we making all the spiritual decisions for the family? What does it look like on a practical, day-to-day level?
Read moreMy First Month As A Priest →
It has been just over six weeks since I was ordained a Catholic priest for the Diocese of Rockford on June 1st, 2019. Since then, I have been able to celebrate over sixty masses, anoint several people, preside over a couple of funerals, and baptize one child.
While all of these pastoral opportunities have impacted me during my short time as a priest; the most life-changing aspect of priesthood has been the hours I have spent sitting in the confessional.
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