Name: Bruce Anderson Class: Pre Theology I

Parish: St. Anne, Philadelphia

What year did you enter the seminary? 2007

What did you do prior to seminary entrance?
I have been teaching at Holy Redeemer Chinese Catholic School in the Chinatown section of Philadelphia.

What influenced your decision to enter the seminary?
The constant nudge from God that just became stronger in recent years.

Why do you want to be a priest?
To bring Jesus to His people and to serve Jesus and His people.

What did your family and friends think about your decision to enter the seminary?
All are very supportive of my decision.

What do you do for fun?
I like to spend time with my family and friends just hanging out and talking. I also like to cook and travel to other countries.

Who is your favorite Saint?
My #1 favorite is Saint Anne, the patroness of my home parish and the mother of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

What advice would you give to a young man thinking about the seminary?
I would tell him to bring it to prayer, talk to a parish priest or a priest they know and to let God do the rest.