Name: John Masson Class: IV College

Parish: Saint Agnes, West Chester

What year did you enter the seminary? 2005

What did you do prior to seminary entrance?
College for a year at James Madison University then transferred to Saint Charles as a sophomore.

What influenced your decision to enter the seminary?
Retreats at my high school helped me to develop a relationship with God. Also, good priests in my parish and high school provided excellent examples of priesthood.

Why do you want to be a priest?
To share the love of Jesus Christ with people in ways only the priest is able.

What did your family and friends think about your decision to enter the seminary?
Some were not surprised; some were shocked but most are supportive.

What do you do for fun?
I enjoy playing frisbee, going to the beach, and most sports.

Who is your favorite Saint?
Saint Therese of Liseux
Saint Padre Pio
Saint Agnes
Saint John Vianney
Blessed Teresa of Calcutta

What advice would you give to a young man thinking about the seminary?
There is only one way to be truly happy and that is to do God’s will.