Diocese:
Archdiocese of Inidianapolis

Vocation Story:
I am a convert to Catholicism. I used to be Lutheran Missouri Synod and came into the Catholic Church when I was almost 21. My coming into the Catholic faith goes within my discernment. My discernment started when I was 16 when I thought of the question, "What if I was a pastor?" I rejected the question and went on my way. By the time I was 18, that same question would not go away. So I took it seriously and discerned being a pastor. During this time, I was still Lutheran, but already believed in Transubstantiation. I was going to visit Concordia Lutheran Seminary in Fort Wayne, but I got very ill and it did not work out. My brother-in-law, who is a Lutheran pastor, and my old Lutheran pastor were two people who made an impact on me. They would take Holy Communion to the sick and I would think, That's Awesome! I would love to do things like that! Even before I became Catholic, I had already started discerning priesthood by going to 2 discernment events the winter before I came into the church. I have been Catholic for two and a half years now. From the time I became Catholic I started going to adoration. We have an adoration chapel at our church and I would have a time every week to be with Our Lord and do a rosary. Having adoration of the Blessed Sacrament was huge for my discernment as well as getting involved in my parish: teaching and serving. The main part of my discernment is centered in the Eucharist and continues strong with the prayers of Our Lady. Mary's intercession is a huge part of my discernment. I went to Ivy Tech Community College for a couple years and transferred to Bishop Simon Brute College Seminary. I wouldn't have ever guessed I would be here 3 years ago. You never know what the Lord is going to do in your life. I have comfort in my discernment and can't wait what The Lord is going to do next. God's will be done.

What is your favorite sport?
Golf

Who is your favorite saint?
Saint Padre Pio

What is your favorite color?
Blue