FIDELITY 2021 Annual Seminary Dinner Video

[@johnbalao9582]

As a self-proclaimed certified atheist, I was once convinced that there was no higher power governing the universe. But all of that changed after I encountered this group of young men who had devoted their lives to Christ. Their unwavering faith and selflessness were truly inspiring, and I found myself drawn to their message of love and compassion. As I listened to their powerful testimonies, I felt a profound shift in my worldview. It was as if a veil had been lifted, and I could finally see the beauty and goodness of God. Who could dare to claim that God is dead when you witness the passion and conviction of these young men? Their words and actions are a testament to the fact that God is very much alive and real. I now proudly declare myself a believer in the divine, and I am forever changed because of them. If you too have ever doubted the existence of a higher power, I urge you to listen to the stories of these young men and see for yourself the power and grace of God. Your life could be forever changed, just as mine was.

[@food4thort]

Their belief, sincerity and conviction is undoubted - but then it was the same with young NAZI SS Officers who swore an unconditional oath of allegiance to Adolf Hitler.

[@jayduke8554]

I’m sorry, but this was amazing. I am extremely exhausted with the way priests are treated as a group in a whole. They are individuals like the rest of us. We cannot let the 5 to 10% bad apples ruin everything for everyone. Thank you for your sacrifices

[@BelatedCommiseration]

Yeah...it's a much higher percentage than that I'm afraid...even historically in your history...too many of the likes of the Borgia's, Del Montes, Cardinal Spellman's and the like...all hypocrites living high on the hog within 'holy' mother church! Not to mention the active cover ups by Joseph Ratzinger of the abuse scandal for years and not reporting it...let alone more mundane 'dishonest' aspects of the church...like Vatican City bank's connections to the Mafia and why Roberto Calvi was murdered...no...been corrupt for some time I think...the best you and other Catholics can do is vote to leave the church until it gives up all its money and status...and the true 'believers' who remain can go back to the mountain tops and the deserts like the original Church fathers to lead hermetic lives of simplicity...in line with the true teachings...then maybe the church can redeem itself and gain some respect back from secular people....and maybe for its self!

[@deborahstam3705]

My brother is a priest. Please pray fir his eye surgery will help him see so he can continue active ministry. His name is Fr Charles Joseph Mccabe. Thanks and enjoyed this very much.

[@jefpalmertexas5032]

My prayers for Fr. Charles Joseph Mccabe and your family...

[@humbledandgrateful7411]

Hello, if you haven't already, please consider praying both the Undoer of Knots and the Holy Cloak Novenas. Just telling you from personal experience (and I can't testify enough to their intercession). All will be well with your brother 🙏✝🌹

[@mpat100]

Blessings and healing for Fr. Joseph McCabe.

[@finniangallagher8172]

God bless you young men Tears and chuckles ...... 54 days Rosary...mother. Giving 50 rosaries penance to his childhood siblings.. Great testimonies.

[@riverdonoghue9992]

I'm Anglican and loved this video. These men are so inspiring. May God continue to bless them all in the years ahead.

[@trishazimmerman8099]

Beautiful video and witness to the Priesthood. We are blessed to be in this Archdiocese with these Priests.

[@cheraybisaya]

I adore all the priests and always pray for them especially those who are struggling as Satan is for sure all over them tries to devour their soul. May a lot of angels protect them all the time. I strengthen, enrich my respect, love and adoration to our Dear Lord, Jesus Christ because of how I observe a priest who motivates me so much! God got the best & deserve the best, these men are smart and talented but they need our prayers!

[@milagrosamistoso9086]

Love watching ordination and seminary life...prayer to all priests, seminarians, thank you ❤🇨🇦

[@pikeyberbil386]

Viewed this because of mention by Fr Simon on Relevant Radio today. 🙏 Pax Tecum

[@diannalamantia1702]

Me too! Fr. Simon, thanks for keeping it real. I will share this with my three children because it is something I cannot teach them myself. Two girls and a 17 year old son. It helps us respect the place of our own priests in n our lives and who we are to them as parishioners. Such a great resource!

[@chumchum3775]

Me too, God Bless Father Simmon, Relevant Radio, all priests, religious sisters, and seminarians

[@benwilson9150]

I am no religious by an stretch of the imagination and there is one major aspect of my life churches don’t exactly accept but I have always wanted to learn about different religions, this channel shows the time, the commitment and the learning you all take on your spiritual journey to find that inner piece and life’s calling. Thank you for sharing this in an easy to watch video, it is truly inspiring to see what these young men do to commit their life and share the learnings and beliefs of your church.

[@camnsprencheria3225]

Inspirational! In this time of turmoil and anguish, this stands out as a testament to all the good in the world.

[@MikeJones-gw2xs]

Dear God please bless and guide these devoted young men who love you unconditionally. This was a beautiful video. God bless you all!

[@veronicawilland6543]

So awesome! God bless you and be with you always!

[@kimbalaga2219]

AWESOME Fr Luke STRAND , great spiritual educator. May the Grace and Love of God be with you FR LUKE STRAND always . Keep up the good work.

[@robertgonzalez9444]

Well done; balanced; gives me hope for the future; excellent formation; respect.

[@barbararey4337]

Giving your life, heart and will to Christ - the ultimate quest! God bless you all.

[@LmrWI]

We are so blessed!

[@mouton4295]

Hermosos hombres De Dios 😍🥰🥰🙏🙏🙏Dios los Bendiga y los proteja siempre !!!

[@TonyOmila7x]

GOD BLESS YOU ALL MY DEAR FRIENDS. PLEASE PURSUE WHAT YOU HAVE STARTED NOW. GOD LOVES US ALWAYS.

[@TonyOmila7x]

@Joe Zammit Yes, indeed my dear friend Joe. GOD BLESS YOU MORE.

[@josephzammit8483]

@@TonyOmila7x I reciprocate God's blessings to you and your dear ones.

[@TonyOmila7x]

@@josephzammit8483 Thanks much my dear friend Joe. GOD LOVES YOU ALWAYS.

[@josephzammit6396]

@@TonyOmila7x Your're welcome.

[@repent6238]

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[@porkc78nj19]

Incredible.... pray the Rosary..

[@mpat100]

Blessings and graces for these seminarians in their vocations and lives.

[@flintwestwood3596]

"You eat when they tell you to eat, you pray when they tell you to pray..." this really confirms to me that priests are really spiritual soldiers where seminary is like boot camp training and at the end of that training, the newly trained men are deployed somewhere which in the case of the priests, it's a parish somewhere that could be away from their hometown. And if they do exorcisms, they're like those special forces commandos that they make movies. Heck, they do make movies about exorcisms. It's its own horror genre. Be strong good priests and guide the flocks to Jesus.

[@maryanneagimi8536]

God bless you all brothers. You are all his servants and ibpray you will serve him faithfully

[@zacktong8105]

This video can't help but inspire, EVEN among lapsed Catholics and NON Catholics. The words and feelings of these young men sound totally genuine. As a non Catholic born , educated, and living in Massachusetts where the population had been overwhelmingly practicing Catholics but today is but a distant SHADOW of what it used to be except among Hispanics some may live to see the near total extinction of Catholicism. The unending battles of the American Bishops Conference with Pope Francis and the Vatican curiate over dogma and policy will inevitably lead to NO CARDINALS selected and acceptance of forced retirement at the age of 70 by Bishops without exception. Conceivably in the future even Priests may not be ordained except on VATICAN APPROVAL. The tragedy of some of these badly needed young men of today pictured and heard falling victim and made to pay the price because of THE BISHOPS CONFERENCE implacable oppositon will be felt by many not just "the faithful few". In this eccliastical card game it is the Vatican Curiate not just Pope Francis, who hold the winning hands. I recall the influential comments of Richard Cardinal Cushing (1944-1967) so widely respected on public issues across our Commonwealth. And for the past TWENTY YEARS the too often futile efforts of our present Cardinal O'Malley who is seemingly unable to bring about change and reform supportive of Francis and the Vatican. Somehow this doesn't GET THROUGH to a wider audience countrywide and thus LAST RIGHTS ARE BEING GIVEN to American Catholicism as each day passes.

[@richardbarrett7236]

That is a beautiful church!

[@jesusislord1614]

Very beautiful message!

[@dza3277]

Lovely!!!!

[@MOTIBASYONMOITO]

The video is prayerfully crafted to those who are discerning to enter the seminary, the seedbed of the priestly vocation.

[@sweettoothmarie7304]

Wish you all the best!

[@franckranaivo666]

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[@jasmenbucio806]

Very inspiring video and testimonies. Watching here from the Philippines

[@gda44256]

Beautiful in many ways

[@bazzoncell6696]

Wow i wish i could be one of u guys.

[@paxvobiscum9859]

The 54 rosary novena for someone becoming a priest... are there any special prayers in addition to the rosary?

[@dudzgames548]

54 day

[@allancuseo7431]

Beautiful

[@fredsmith3456]

“I have given you life. What have you given me.”

[@LB-gu3wq]

This makes me want to be a priest

[@PadreFrayDanielEsteban]

Hi. Welcome here to Colombia.

[@cindylukowitz782]

FANTASTIC!!

[@zabetgoga14]

We are so proud of you God bless you

[@danielkyarie4392]

Being a religious myself i understand this very well

[@franckranaivo666]

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[@Springbok314]

God bless these young men.

[@alexgur4067]

❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏

[@peterkuijpers8809]

GOD BLESS YOU ALL

[@PrinceGoku191]

These guys are handsome. Damn

[@jimc8613]

Yes, so sweet.

[@dudzgames548]

I remember during my younger years, I dreamt of becoming a priest. But now I am married and separated. All I have now are my children and my mother.😭😭😭 I wanted to be a franciscan friar before.

[@eva2019damihianimas.]

It's sad . But that may be God's plan for you. Take care of your children. Pray hard

[@javiersaavedra7823]

Contact?

[@dorianlelong]

Men, you are being sent as lambs among wolves. Unfortunately, many bishops are the wolves. If you have a good bishop at first, you may end up with a bad one appointed by the Vatican. Do not give up the fight, and do not compromise. Expect to be cancelled.

[@alexcandy7176]

The start of this video feels a bit like a recruitment advertisement. Lots of fit, good looking young guys. I have watched a few of these tour or overview of a seminary videos and the American ones seem very focused on sports. Nothing wrong with that just interesting that the makers of these type of video tend to focus on sports so much. I haven’t met many seminaries but the ones that I have met tend to be a bit nerdy and often a little over weight more interested in serving their communities than body beautiful. Not that there is anything wrong with being both. I wish them the best of luck we are in a world that has lots of opinions on the Catholic Church from those who think it’s not strict enough. To those who are obsessed with its views on sexuality. To those who see it as down right evil. What often gets forgotten is that most priests just want to work for God. To look after and care for others. We need to pray for them.

[@josephinesalupen4042]

❤❤❤

[@aklouslibby563]

(CRUEL TO BE KIND) SHALOM MY BROTHERS l am lrish by birth and Jewish be religion' and for sure l be scratching my head thinking how unique your thoughts are within your religion' me my self have struggled with the Teachings of my religion and have only been taught by my grandy as where I be living there is no rabbi and no synagogue' and for sure I got the shock of my life when I moved over to England to start my university studies' after 2 weeks settling in I took the bull by the horns and found me self a synagogue' so to be sure I did go along as l was walking through the door I put my kippah on my head' and for the law and the love of HA'SHEM BLESS YOU LORD, I could feel All eyes on me ' I settle down in my seat and the service of shabbat shalom Friday evening prayers began by the rabbi' a little bit into the service and the first song came up it was in English so there I was singing my head off feeling pretty good with myself then when the second song came up it was in Hebrew and o I did struggle to get mi words out and then when the third song came up all for sure I was rocking as it was in Yiddish and I was bringing down the house I knew the song buy art' after the service and the shaking of the hands I was approached and taken to one side I was asked if I was lost bye the elderly gentleman I said oh no for sure I am very much at home' all eyes were looking at me I could seriously feel on one half that some of them were happy to see me and then by the older ones for sure it felt like curiosity killed the cat' the elderly gentleman did smile at me and said to me my friend I think it is best that you contacted the rabbi by telephone and make an appointment to see him and have a little chat is that ok with you' as I blinked my eyes and bowed my head I said that will be grand' the gentleman gave me a small card with the rabbi name and telephone number I said to the old gentleman TODA RABA SHALOM meaning thank you very much' as I walked out of the synagogue I thought the words come to my mind for the love of ha'shem l have never felt so low and lost in all my life, l for sure felt like a lost lamb in the middle of a snow storm back in Tipperary ' l did contact the rabbi and he gave me an appointment to see him we sat there for 1-hour and Lord I felt as if I was being interrogated' he wanted to know everything about me and me family he also explained that for a newcomer it is polite to be making an appointment first to have a little chat and then I will make my decision weather you are right for us and we are right for you' he asked me lots of questions on the religious side of things 'and my grandy's family and ancestors' l told him that my grandy was a child refugee from Dusseldorf in Germany and at the age of 5 in years she said goodbye to her mama and papa at the train station and that a nice kind blonde haired woman took hold of her hand and helped her on the train I said to the rabbi that was the last time she ever saw her mummy and daddy' and she never knew what happened to them and she was settled in Ireland' god for sure the tears be coming down my face. ok Alex what I am going to ask you now is very very sensitive and I mean to ask you in the kindest way possible 'could you please write down on this piece of paper your grandmother's full name and her date of birth so l did. so Alex we will chat some more at a later date about your grandmother' what l think we should do is put you on a religious path it's a lot like when a person converts from one religion to another and I know it is the right path for you and I am going to give you a new friend who will learn you she will be your shadow and you will learn from her very fast her name is Rebecca and I would say in 6 months you will know A to Z of the most important parts of Judaism with that I returned on a Friday evening shabbat shalom service and met Rebecca we both got on like a house on fire and to this day we are like a brother and a sister as far as my grandy the rabbi investigated what happened to my great grandparents my grandy received a letter and her four daughters my mother too and her two sons all sit down together at her table where my uncle quietly read the letter my Brothers for the love of god they perished in a concentration camp on the 19 01 1942 . my grandy and my family including myself made the trip to Poland where we said prayers and laid flowers, TO the priests of this video. if ever you see one of your flock is lost and wondering please never tell them to make a appointment by telephone. just take them to one side sitting them down and tell them that GOD'S DOOR IS ALWAYS OPEN YOUR'S TRULY Alex klous Libby County Tipperary lreland 🇮🇪 ☘ GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

[@laurieuebbing3500]

this is a weird question, but why do the Priests get to wear t-shirts and shorts when being active, but the Nuns always have to wear their habits, even when playing sports or running...they cant even swim. Double standard?

[@kevinlau5940]

Yeah . One point is there any good person in the universe

[@prophetandapostleyytzhaq1058]

Are there any pure persons there that hawe not been sexual immoral That what I want to see Living Por Yahuweh wythout spot or blemish ready por The Kyngdom Op Yahuweh shalom

[@caesarbolchini6465]

I would love to met a young Priest, I am a reglious, spiritual man, and we like to have a no strings relationship with a wholesome Priest who would love me, yet be married to the Church, but also share his life with me, and together be a respectable couple, to inspire all couples to be happy and love each other and above all Love Our Savior and Friend Jesus Christ ... I am open to God, and he made me the way I am, to love men, but be with one partner through this life and make each other happy and do God’s work, together ... Amen ... Alleluia ... Amen ... for the Kingdom the Power and Glory are yours now, and forever ... Amen!!!

[@karl-lo1up]

Go find a Anglican

[@johnnyrabenold6133]

They're available

[@apollo8352]

My God you all seem so very confused to me... you seem to believe what you were told by St Paul, who was publicly called a liar at the Council of Jerusalem by Jesus real original Apostles. Jesus original real Apostles were so outraged at Paul giving himself the title APOSTLE, they stopped Paul from using that title, (2 Timothy 1:15). After which Paul stopped 'other followers of Jesus' from writing or preaching any scripture which Paul was not preaching, hence the Gosples are attributed not written by Jesus original real Apostles....Paul may have also have called them trouble makers....which is the term the Romans condemned Jesus with, indicating Paul never really converted but was nothing more than a under cover Roman employee trying to get the Jews to follow a more manageable faith, ( Galatians 1:8-9 & 1:13). Still in doubt? then read and compare Acts 9:7 to Acts 22:9 and ask yourself.... if you can rely upon Paul's testimony! Unfortunately that means many Seminarians may not be getting all the facts! Want to know more look up when Luke was recruited by Paul and note how Luke 1:26-38 is the only biblical claim of JESUS virgin birth....

[@dimsum5499]

residential school saints! representation--woman theologically

[@MM-sy6yp]

Are there any heterosexual priests?

[@mp5639]

Yes. Unfortunately for you.

[@danielconroy1494]

My time in a Catholic seminary was the worst experience I have ever had in my life. I am glad I left it. The hypocrisy, bullying, propositioning for sex with me, ransacking of dorm room, tearing up pictures of family, seminary priests an religious brothers caught having sex with other seminarians, etc

[@tomparks3212]

Yup....a promise of chastity (with females, but young boys and men are game.)

[@jimc8613]

Yup, sounds like a real free for all orgy. Why the big smiles and laughs.? Looks staged to me.

[@jimc8613]

They need to read Leviticus 18 :22

[@jimc8613]

They need to read Romans 1:26-32. Instead the hierarchy is silent and intentionally conseals the truth. What a disgrace.

[@fredh.8332]

There is a saying that the Vatican is the world's biggest gay club. Members of the Swiss guard being molested by high ranking priest including cardinals is standard procedure.

[@splinterbyrd]

Not sure that a promotional video showing an all-male institution full of pretty young men is going to attract the right class of person to the priesthood

[@renelabayen9519]

May the Holy spirit guide you all.

[@jimmorgan5612]

Too bad they can't just get married if they want, then the picture would be complete. We could learn a lot from the orthodox church.

[@gaminghub6069]

Lol marriage isn't the only thing that gives happiness ..you will never know the joy of being a celibate

[@repent6238]

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[@gaboltl]

@@gaminghub6069 what's so great about not having sex?

[@gaminghub6069]

@@gaboltl what's so great about having it ?

[@gaboltl]

@@gaminghub6069 It's a natural body need, don't tell me you never get horny.

[@rufuspound100]

Too self-referential and self-regarding.

[@RAPamme-ih8bm]

this is not real catholicism

[@mp5639]

Sorry, it is. It's not up to you to define it.

[@keithss67]

He can lotion my feet 👣

[@PhilAlumb]

The secular music at the Beginning seemed forced, and frankly, inappropriate.

[@karl-lo1up]

Love this

[@tw2289]

Nice gay priest. I should join them.

[@jimc8613]

For sure... No question about that.

[@mp5639]

No, continue to go to your gay decadent bar.

[@ediutama6681]

victims of Paul's misleading ideas on building a religion called catholicism...

[@gianpieromariobellometti7337]

אבל האם הצעירים האלה באמת מרוצים מהבחירות שעשו?

[@mamiro59]

lol 🤦

[@mp5639]

Yeah....and the apostles left EVERYTHING to follow Jesus at Paul's command...

[@scented-leafpelargonium3366]

Talented, articulate, musical... that's what people in denial call gay people! 🙃

[@jimc8613]

Yup, if it walks like a duck and quacks like a duck...it is a duck.

[@scented-leafpelargonium3366]

@@jimc8613 Well, there are a lot of quacks out there...

[@jimc8613]

@@scented-leafpelargonium3366 Read Leviticus 18:22

[@scented-leafpelargonium3366]

@@jimc8613 I have read Leviticus 18:22. Read Leviticus 11:9-12 & Leviticus 23:3.

[@scented-leafpelargonium3366]

@@jimc8613 See who takes the most action.

[@jimwalsh8520]

What a waste of a life. I think it so sad.

[@mamiro59]

It's not a waste!

[@jimwalsh8520]

@@mamiro59 The Bible is very clear that we are here to pro create. This catholic idea that they ARE Christianity is offensive especially when they carry out other acts banned by God " Thouh Shall not Worship Graven images, well look at any catholic church

[@mp5639]

Your comment is sad

[@BoardroomBuddha]

An all-male environment. Status and praise from your family and society. No pressure to ever get married. And a fabulous wardrobe and being star of the show every Sunday. What gay boy wouldn't want to be come a priest??

[@mp5639]

Status? Are you kidding, right?

[@mp5639]

Because heterosexual men do no suffer from this vanities?

[@hross1991]

Love this

[@franckranaivo666]

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