Christmas with archbishop

Last night, the seminarians had their annual Christmas dinner with our archbishop. Archbishop Naumann invited us to his house for evening prayer, a wonderful dinner and some nice conversation. This is a great time for the seminarians as we are all able to gather together, spend time renewing our friendships as brothers and learn of the activities and events of our various seminaries. Since we are attending four different seminaries, (North American College in Rome, Conception Seminary, Mundelein Seminary and Kenrick Seminary) it is a good to come together and spend time with each other.

 

Some housekeeping notes: As we come to the end of the year, I have decided to follow a trend that seems to occur this time of the year. I see alot of top 10 lists come out as the year comes to a close. I see the Top 10 Commercials of 2005, Top 10 Persons of 2005, etc. I have decided to post a Top 10 list of Catholic events in 2005. I will post this either Dec. 30th or Dec. 31st.

 

Second, as the new year begins, I will be expanding the blog site. While my blog entries will continue, I will be adding two other sections to the blog. The first is a review section of movies, books, web sites, etc. from a Catholic point of view. This will not be a copy of the US Conference of Bishops reviews, but a unique and insightful review by seminarians. The second addition will be an informational section that will contain 2-3 minute downloadable video iPods on elements of our Catholic faith. These video clips will be in mpeg format so those without iPods will be able to view them on their computers as well. Finally, sometime in February I will begin to blog on the 6 promises a candidate makes at his diaconate ordination. It is my hope that by blogging about these promises my readers will better be able to understand the responsibilities of a deacon and that I will be able to articulate what promises I will make in May.

 

Well, that’s all for today. Until next time...God bless.

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