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January 22, 2026

Weekly ‘Nod Roundup

A Special 'Nod to All Priests

Featured on Catholic-Link: Our article “5 Things You Can Do To Show Your Priest You Appreciate Him” shares simple, heartfelt ways to support and thank your pastor.

Featured ‘Nods of the Week

These ‘Nods come straight from you! Each week, Nod to the Collar showcases submissions from our community—videos, stories, or artwork—that celebrate the dedication of our priests. Have something to share? Create your own ‘Nod and join the collection—and don’t forget to like and share the ones that inspire you!

Fr. Allen Hoffa

A Wife’s Witness of Courage, Prayer, and Hope

Thank you immensely for all that you do for spouses who have a husband/wife with a sexual addiction. I was that wife. I was married only ten years with 6 young children when I realized that my husband had a deeply hidden sexual addiction.

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Fr. Bryan J. Carney

A Gentle Presence in Times of Uncertainty

I don’t even know where to begin to thank you for the incredible care and support you give families during one of the most difficult times of their lives. From the very first moment you step into the hospital room, it’s clear that you are the kind of chaplain who truly meets people where they are—without judgment and with patience.

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Fr. Michael J. Bartholomew

Faithful Leadership, Felt by All

Thank you for being the kind of priest you are—so caring, welcoming, and genuinely devoted to everyone in your parish. The way you guide and support people, while building a community centered on the Eucharist, really makes a difference in all our lives.

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Fr. Thomas Fallati

Guiding Others With Wisdom and Care

I just want to extend a ‘Nod to you for everything you do to support other priests and guide those figuring out their own call to the priesthood. Hearing your story — how you felt God’s call, spent years in law, and then stepped fully into the priesthood — is so inspiring.

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Fr. Chris Ballard

A Ministry That Truly Shows Up

I just want to take a moment to thank you for all the amazing work you do for your parish and the wider community. The way you pour yourself into outreach and stay involved in people’s lives really shows how much you care, and it’s inspiring to see. You’re such a true teacher, not just to parishioners, but to other priests, leading by example and showing how faith can be shared in meaningful, practical ways. I love how your ministry is so engaging — the way you listen, have real conversations, and guide people through their journey of faith makes a huge impact.

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Fr. Robert Ruggiero

Faithful Steps Toward the Call

A ‘Nod to you Father for being so open in sharing your journey to the priesthood and for the many ways you served the Church long before your ordination. Your years of work in ministry and parish life clearly shaped you, and it’s evident how that experience has made you a more grounded, compassionate priest. It’s meaningful to hear how God’s call can unfold in different ways and on different timelines, and that it isn’t always clear from the very beginning.

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Create Your Own ‘Nod

Creating a ‘Nod is easy! First, choose how you’d like to express yourself from one of the options below. Not sure what a ‘Nod should look or sound like? Visit our Latest ‘Nods page to see how others have thanked a priest who has made a positive impact on their lives.

 

Video & Audio 'Nods

Record an up-to-30 second thank you (video or audio), highlighting a priest who has helped you or a loved-one in a specific way.

Written 'Nods

Submit an up-to-50 word written thank you, highlighting a priest who has helped you or a loved-one in a specific way.

Art 'Nods

Submit a drawing, photo, or original artwork, highlighting a priest who has helped you or a loved one in a specific way.

‘NOD TO THE COLLAR

Our Mission

‘Nod to the Collar is a unique platform dedicated to expressing gratitude for clergy who have positively impacted lives.

Our mission is to express love and appreciation for the thousands of devoted priests who tirelessly serve their parishes. At ‘Nod to the Collar, visitors can share their stories through video, audio, art, or written testimonials—a heartfelt “Nod” to the priests who have touched their lives.

As lay Catholics without an agenda, we aim to create a safe and loving space where practicing and non-practicing Catholics alike can share stories and show appreciation for the incredible priests who tirelessly serve.

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‘NOD IN THE NEWS

As Seen On Catholic Faith Network

Join Fr. Gerard Gentleman on Catholic Faith Network as he interviews the founders of ‘Nod to the Collar who share their inspiring journey of creating a platform dedicated to honoring priests and sharing heartfelt stories of their impactful service. Don’t miss this engaging conversation that highlights the profound impact of clergy and the power of shared appreciation.

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