Issue 1
November 2016
THE CATHOLIC CORNER This year OLMBSS welcomes two new priests, Father John Lendvai and Father Aaron Kriss. Staff writers, Stephanie Vojtilla and Savanah Ord had the chance to interview them.
Interview with Father Aaron Kriss Interviewer: Stephanie Vojtilla How long have you been a priest? I have been in ministry as an ordained Catholic priest for 25 years.
Interview with Father John Lendvai Interviewer: Savanah Ord Why did you become a priest? To help people
What made you decide to become a priest? Since I was an altar server in the 5th grade I always felt the love and peace of God at mass and the holy eucharist I wanted to be close to God. Also I believe I was responding to a call or vocation from God to preach this word, sing his praises and draw others to Christ by serving, to be kind, friendly and caring to people of all ages.
Favorite movie? A Bronx Tale
What would you do if you weren’t a priest? If I weren’t a priest, I would either want to be a teacher of english, literature or a singer - either of pop music or rock - in a band.
Favorite color? Blue
What is your favorite sport? Baseball is my favorite sport followed by hockey.
Favorite candy? M&M
What is your favorite color? My favorite color is blue followed by red.
Favorite animal? A duck billed platypus
What is your favorite Bible verse? The Gospel of John 13:34 “A new commandment I give you. Love one another as I have loved you,”
Where else have you been a priest? Our Lady of Joy, Prince of Peace, St. Elizabeth of Hungary, Ave Maria, and Holy Spirit
What is your favorite genre of music? My favorite genre of music is rock from the 1970s and 1980s