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Fr. Mike's Gospel Reflection - July 7, 2024

Updated: Aug 2


I could not be more pleased or humbled that Bishop Vann has appointed me Administrator at St. Edward the Confessor. I have heard so many good things about St. Ed’s and am thrilled to be a part of such a vibrant, successful parish. Here is a little information about me.


I was born in New York City in 1959 and attended Catholic elementary school and high school. I received my undergraduate degree from Cornell University and a law degree from The University of Michigan Law School. I’m an avid Michigan football fan – Go Blue! In 1985, I had the great blessing of marrying Rosemary. Our son, John, was born in 1993. He and his wife, Alexie, reside in San Clemente and have been attending St. Ed’s for the past few years.


I began my career as a lawyer in New York City in 1984. I then spent 22 years working at U.S. Bank where I held several of legal and senior management positions. In 2010, I became the General Counsel and Chief Operating Officer of ALEKS Corporation, an educational software company located in Irvine. After Rosemary passed away in 2012, I began the difficult task of considering my future without the love of my life.


I felt God’s call to the priesthood and was blessed when Bishop Vann accepted me to study for the Diocese of Orange. I entered Mt. Angel Seminary in August 2014, was ordained by Bishop Vann in June 2020, and was assigned to Saints Simon & Jude parish in Huntington Beach. I was appointed Temporary Administrator at Corpus Christi parish in Aliso Viejo in September 2023.


I look forward to meeting many of you over the next few weeks and I am excited to serve our parish. May God richly bless each of you as we come together in new relationships and as we deepen our love for Jesus Christ. Thank you for your prayers and support!







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