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​Welcome to the website for the Office of Priestly Vocations of the Diocese of Grand Rapids, MI. This year twenty-five men from our diocese will be in seminary formation programs in preparation for ordination, seven of whom are new to formation. Thirteen of these men are at St. John Vianney College Seminary and twelve are at USML/Mundelein Seminary.

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616-288-0910
360 Division Ave. S. Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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College III
St. Patrick – St. Anthony Parish
Grand Haven, MI

Parents:
Jim and Jeanne Klaes
Siblings:
Katrina, Bridget, Ian, Andre
Education:
University of St. Thomas
St. John Vianney College Seminary
Homeschool
Hobbies:
Soccer, running, disc golf, reading, backpacking, visiting the National parks.
Who inspired you to be a priest?
One of my greatest inspirations is my family, especially my parents.  St. Joseph, my pastor Fr. Chuck Schwartz, my Godfather Fr. Michael Shea, and my brother Andre, all inspired me to discern the priesthood.
Why do you want to be a priest?
Ultimately, I want to do the Lord’s will and I believe He is calling me to discern priesthood.  Serving God’s people in a very real way, especially through the sacraments.
What are you most grateful for?
For God’s passionate love for His people and for the gift of being a son of God.

Write to Dominic at:
University of St. Thomas
2115 Summit Ave.
St. Paul, MN  55105

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