Name: Jonathan Dalin Class: IV Theology

Parish: Saint Charles Borromeo, Washington Twsp., New Jersey

What year did you enter the seminary?
2006

What did you do prior to seminary entrance?
High School Teacher

What influenced your decision to enter the seminary?
Fathers Sikora, Brennan, Jarosz and Monsignors D’Addezzio and Close

Why do you want to be a priest?
I believe that God is calling me to be a priest and serve His people.

What did your family and friends think about your decision to enter the seminary?
Extremely supportive.

What do you do for fun?
Listen to classical music, attend the opera, read and go to the movies.

Who is your favorite Saint?
Saint Thomas Moore, Saint John of the Cross, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel

What advice would you give to a young man thinking about the seminary?
If God is calling you then He will carry you through your struggles and challenges and you will be a better priest to His people because of your reliance on His strength.