Diocese of Allentown Office of Vocations

Testimonials: Priests

“Priesthood is the love of the heart of Jesus.”  - St. John Marie Vianney

The following video messages are from the newly ordained Priests of the Diocese of Allentown.  The love of the heart of Jesus is alive in them.  Does your heart desire to burn with this eternal love?  Although the permanent commitment of the Priesthood can seem impossible in a world where nothing seems permanent - with Christ all things are possible.  Our Heavenly Father makes his eternal, unchanging love present in our passing world through the Priesthood of his Beloved Son, Jesus Christ.  Do not be afraid. 

Seek His Will. Answer His Call.

Fr. Allen Hoffa

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“The most enjoyable part …”

“One of the biggest things I had to realize was …”

“The greatest gift we have … the Eucharist.”

“Should I be a father?”

Fr. Keith Mathur

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“Truly a humbling experience … in the confessional.”

“A great fraternity and joy …”

“During my down time...”

Fr. Gene Ritz

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“They open their life to you…”

“Any one of us is inadequate.”

“The first time I celebrated Mass …”

“The Greatest Christmas ever!”