Written ‘Nods
Below are ‘Nods to priests who have made a favorable impression in someone’s life. It’s important to let our priests know they are appreciated, respected, and supported.
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			Fr. Michael Coleman
Father Coleman, huge congrats on your ordination! It’s been so inspiring to watch your journey and see how God has called you to serve. I pray for your vocation, that you’ll be guided with wisdom, patience, and joy as you shepherd our parish. Thank you for sharing your story—it’s such a gift, showing other men that following God’s call is possible and beautiful. We’re so lucky to have you, and I can’t wait to see all the ways you’ll continue to touch lives here at Good Shepherd.
Fr. Jared Brogan
I just have to say how much Father Jared J. Brogan’s podcast, Beyond The Beacon, has meant to me. Listening to him talk about faith, the sacraments, and ways to bring God into our everyday lives feels like having a caring guide walking alongside me. His words aren’t just teachings—they’re practical, gentle reminders that God can be part of even the smallest moments. I often find myself reflecting on his episodes long after I’ve listened, and it’s helped me feel more connected to my faith and to our parish community. I’m so grateful for the time and heart he pours into this work—it truly makes living a Catholic life feel inspiring and doable.
Staff Submission
Fr. Tim Shreenan
I want to thank you, Father Tim Shreenan, for supporting and encouraging the Prayer Shawl Ministry. It’s such a beautiful example of how something simple, when done with prayer and God’s intent, can bring so much light into people’s lives. The idea of gathering to create something with our hands — not for recognition or profit, but purely out of love and faith — is a quiet act of grace that reminds us of what true community looks like. Each shawl carries not just warmth, but prayer, compassion, and connection. It’s such a gift to see people from different walks of life come together, talk, pray, and create something that will comfort someone they may never even meet. In a world that can feel so divided, this ministry is proof that small, prayerful acts done together can weave us closer to one another — and to God. Thank you for inspiring this kind of goodness within our parish and reminding us that faith can be lived out in the simplest, most meaningful ways.
Staff Submission
Fr. George Sears
As a mother, I want to thank you, Father George Sears, for the incredible hope and purpose you’ve brought into the lives of so many young men through your leadership of the Melchizedek Project and your tireless, future-oriented ministry. In a world that so often pulls our children in every direction, you have offered them something far greater: a quiet, sacred space to listen for God’s voice, to rediscover faith, and to see the priesthood not as something distant or unreachable, but as a beautiful and meaningful calling. The compassion, patience, and authenticity you bring to your vocation work have touched countless families like mine. You don’t just speak about vocations — you live them, showing by example what it means to give one’s life completely to service and love. Thank you for believing in the next generation, for nurturing their courage, and for helping them see that the Church’s future is something they can help build with their own hearts and hands.
Bianca
Source: https://melchizedekproject.
Fr. Anthony Federico
Fr. Brian Gannon
Fr. Jim Walsh
Fr. Zachary Crowley
Fr. Jason Hage
I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Father Hage for his dedication to the future of the Church. Through his leadership of the Fisherman’s Club—an initiative that reaches out to college-aged men who may be discerning a call to the priesthood—and his work as Director of Vocations, he has provided invaluable guidance, encouragement, and support to help these young men explore their faith and consider their potential calling. What makes Father Hage’s efforts so remarkable is the way he meets each person where they are, offering wisdom, patience, and a listening heart. His commitment to nurturing the next generation of priests is a true gift to all of us, and the impact of his work reaches far beyond the individuals he directly mentors. A ‘Nod, Father Hage, for your tireless dedication, your compassion, and your vision for the future of the Church. Your guidance is shaping lives and inspiring faith in ways that will be felt for years to come.
Fr. Donald Rutherford
My friend served a tour in Iraq with the Army. While he was there, Father Rutherford was the chaplain on the base. I want to thank Father Rutherford for answering God’s call through his service to the Army—consoling soldiers struggling with PTSD, performing the Anointing of the Sick for those who couldn’t make it back from their wounds, and committing to the care of both their mental and spiritual health. Without priests like Father Rutherford, who risk their lives to serve not only God but also this country, my friend might not have survived his tour. A ‘Nod and a salute to you Father.
-Joe
Source : https://www.newstimes.com/
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