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His devout Catholic upbringing in a small hamlet of West Pittsburg instilled in him Christian values and the importance of faith-filled community from an early age. At fourteen, a powerful Teens Encounter Christ (TEC) weekend left a profound impact on Fr. Tom, leading him to hear God’s call to the priesthood. However, the path to ecclesiastic life was not immediately clear, as he also harbored dreams of becoming a chef, getting married, and having a large family. It took Fr. Tom some time and overcoming various challenges before he fully embraced his calling.

Fr. Tom’s journey has been marked by diverse roles in the church, each contributing to his rich and varied experience. He has served as a parochial vicar, pastor, high school chaplain, and co-vocation director, each role shaping his understanding of faith and service. Currently, he serves as the rector of St. Paul Seminary and is the director of pre-ordination formation for the diocese. His role as Spiritual Advisor to the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Chapter of Magnificat, since 2010, further connects him to the community.

Magnificat® Ministry Presents Magnificat® Proclaims. The Podcast is a platform for inspiring testimonies that showcase God’s goodness, greatness, and grace in our lives. These testimonies not only inform and educate but also encourage and inspire us to develop, deepen, and cultivate our relationship with the Triune God. The show hosts are Monique Moussot and Maryann Ridini Spencer.

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Founded in 1981, Magnificat®, A Ministry to Catholic Women, an international nonprofit with over 70 Chapters across the globe, exists to evangelize and encourage Catholic women to grow in holiness through opening more fully to the power and the gifts of the Holy Spirit. “My Soul Magnifies the Lord,” recorded in Luke 1:46, is the beginning of Mary’s response to Elizabeth’s joyful greeting. The entire scene of the Visitation is the inspiration for this Ministry. Through quarterly gatherings that include a Chapter Meal, praise and worship, guest speakers proclaiming their testimonies as to how God has transformed their lives, and other faith-sharing experiences organized in a relaxed social setting, women (and men) are inspired and encouraged to grow in faith through the power of the Holy Spirit. Visit: https://magnificat-ministry.org

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