
John DePalma
Archdiocese of Seattle, Washington
Birthday | April 25 |
Ordination Year | 2022 |
Home Town | Seattle, WA |
Home Parish | Blessed Sacrament |
Undergraduate | Eastern Washington University, University of Washington (Human Biology, Physical Therapy) |
Graduate Degree | Philosophy |
Previous Career | Physical Therapy |
Languages | English and Spanish |
Hobbies | Kayaking, running, cycling, hiking, surfing, cooking. |
Tidbit | I used to breakdance in high school |
Favorite Saint | Saint Sebastian |
Favorite Devotion | Divine Mercy |
Vocation Story | As a Physical Therapist I have long since held strong appreciation for the need to establish a strong level of trust with others in order for their process of physical healing to unfold. After being confirmed as an adult (through the RCIA process) I felt a gradual tug on my heart towards the question of whether I was being called to the priesthood. At the time I was traveling internationally for kayak related competition, and began to make pilgrimages to places like Fatima, Lourdes, Medjugorje, and Rome in conjunction with various competitions. I also began participate in whatever ministry had need within my parish, and realized that I am the happiest when I am serving others in a spiritual capacity. Little by little I discerned my way through religious life and into seminary for the Archdiocese of Seattle, and it has been a wonderful adventure over the past several years! |
Priest Aspirations | The privilege of accompanying others in their faith journey |
What has been your favorite/most memorable story of your time at Mundelein thus far? | My favorite story of life has been meeting Reverend Carlos Rodriguez, who also worked as a Physical Therapist prior to his priestly formation and ordination. |
Anything Else | Although I typically observe a low fat, low carb, low meat diet, I can still cook a very good chicken and zucchini fettuccine! |
How can Mundelein's donors and community pray for you? | Please pray for me to continue on the path that has been set before me. |