Formation Stage: Propaedeutic
Diocese: Austin
Hometown: Corpus Christi, TX
Home Parish: St. Mary Cathedral, Austin
Brian Ferris McCutchon
I was raised Catholic and thought about the priesthood when I was young but never seriously discerned my vocation. That changed when I started Discernment 180. I realized I had a desire to learn and teach the faith that is proper to a priest. I tentatively said “yes” to God and found that I was at peace. As I continued in my discernment, God gave me more reasons to want to be a priest. I finally left my job in the tech industry to discern the priesthood in seminary.
Favorite Quote or Bible Verse
“He has put into my heart a marvelous love for the faithful ones who dwell in his land.”—Psalm 16:3
Fun Fact
I grew up sailing.