Ordained: 2014
Family: Wife, Joan (1994-present); brothers, Jeff and Chris; sisters, Angela and Mary. Parents both deceased. Widowed (Charlotte, 1982-1992)
Profession: IT Director 1982-2016, Liturgy Coordinator 2016-2022
Home parish: St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Chapel Hill, NC
Assigned parish: St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Chapel Hill, NC
Hobbies: I enjoy bowling and working puzzles, especially Sudoku.
When did you first consider a vocation to the permanent diaconate?
The idea first came to me in 2003.
What is your favorite part of being a deacon?
Being able to assist people who have lost a loved one, as well as proclaiming the Gospel during liturgies.
What would you say to someone considering the permanent diaconate?
Pray for the Holy Spirit to guide your discernment. Get involved with parish life. Learn about liturgy.