Snapshots Around the Brotherhood

Priestly Triple Play

The Lord’s invitation to serve Him and His Church was faithfully responded to this year by three alumni of our university outreaches. That makes over 100 of our alumni who have lived their “Yes” to God’s invitation by entering the priesthood, seminary or religious life. On July 16, 2022, Fr. Christian Chami (Florida State University) entered the priesthood in the Diocese of Venice, Florida. On May 21, 2022, Fr. Bartholomew Calvano (Rutgers University), O.P., was ordained as a priest for the Dominican Order serving in NY. Also on the same day, Fr. Daniel Corso (Northeastern University) was ordained in the Diocese of St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. When we first reached out to Dan as a student at NU, he was on their successful crew team (left). Now he’s on Christ’s Priestly Team!

Chips off the Old Block

The fathers of seven Brothers joined us for a retreat weekend that had teaching by Dr. Bob Schuchts, prayer, Mass, fellowship, vows, and recreation. The dads got a helpful window into our Brotherhood’s ‘family life’ and communal dynamics. Some of the fathers that joined our weekend retreat (back row, left to right): Tom Warnez, Dan McBride, Brian Robinson, Marty Buganski, and Ed Neri. Photo-absent were Ron Crock and Tim Reilly. Ed Neri, Br. Adam’s father wrote, “The talks and testimonies were personal and potentially life-changing for us fathers (and sons). But the ultimate highlight was spending quality time with my son and sharing our relationship in a very deep, personal and spiritually up-building way. Thanks for this incredible opportunity!”

Climbing in the Rockies

Several Brothers enjoyed their vacation together in early July at the majestic Rocky Mountains. In addition to some hiking trips, Brothers Brennan and Jeff did two days of rock climbing on a 350 foot cliff. Here is Br. Jeff (above) scaling a 350 foot climb in Colorado. Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati must be proud of him!