This is part of a series to introduce the seminarians of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City.
What is your home parish? My home parish is Saint Monica Catholic Church in Edmond.
What seminary do you attend? I attend Kenrick-Glennon Seminary in Saint Louis.
If it is God’s will, what year will you be ordained a priest? God-willing, I'll be ordained in 2026.
What advice would you give to someone discerning a call to the priesthood? If you are discerning the priesthood, I recommend reading "To Save a Thousand Souls" and praying about everything you've read!
What do you look forward to most about becoming a priest? I look forward to bringing Jesus into others' lives. Particularly, I look forward to doing so by celebrating the Mass.
Name one thing that every Catholic needs to know. Every Catholic needs to know how much Jesus loves us all on a personal level.
Why choose a life of sacrificial love? Jesus calls us to take up our cross and follow him. I can't think of a more joyful life than one that is centered around a sacrificial love and following him in spreading that love throughout the world.
To learn more about seminary, contact Rev. Brian Buettner at bbuettner@archokc.org or (405) 721-9351. okcvocations.com.