Matthew Robinson

Class: II College

 

Home Parish: SS. Philip and James, Exton

 

Family information: how big is your family, are you an uncle?
I have two brothers and three sisters

 

What schools have you attended?
SS. Philip and James grade school, Bishop Shanahan High School

 

When did you enter the seminary?
2010

 

What/Who Influenced your decision?
The Blessed Mother opened me to the possibility of becoming a priest, and my family and some very inspiring priests helped me in my search for lasting happiness and joy.

 

Why do you want to be a priest?
I feel this is the best way I can give my talents back to God, while also finding fulfillment and happiness.

 

What did your family and friends think about your decision to enter the seminary?
They were overjoyed and extremely supportive.

 

How often do you pray?
4-5 times a day, But I try to make everyday a prayer to bring God glory.

 

What do you do for fun?
Work out, play sports, and hang out with friends.

 

What is it like to live in a seminary?
It is a great place to grow in love for God and others.

 

What is the best part of the seminary for you?
Being with other men who also feel a call to the priesthood.

 

What is the hardest part of the seminary for you?
Not living with my family

 

What advice would you give to a young man thinking about the priesthood?
Pray about what God wants you to do.  Too often we ask ourselves what we should do in life, but it is only through surrendering to God’s will that we can come to see our true vocation.  Do not be afraid to step into the unknown, because in order to find the happiness that we all seek, we must step out of our world and enter God’s.