Ordained: 2010
Home parish: St. Michael, Poway, CA
Assigned parishes: St. Joseph Catholic Church, Burgaw, NC; St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, Castle Hayne, NC
Family: Wife, Cindy; daughter, Samantha and Luis Cruz, and two wonderful grandsons, Levi and Oliver
Profession: General Contractor
Hobbies: Fishing and camping
When did you first consider a vocation to the permanent diaconate?
1993. My pastor approached me and asked if I would consider the diaconate.
What is your favorite part of being a deacon?
Baptism
What would you say to someone considering the permanent diaconate?
Don’t wait for voicemail, answer the call.
What is the most joyful revelation you’ve had about the diaconate since your ordination?
“Being of service, simply, because of the joy of being of service.”
What is your favorite scripture passage?
Mt 6:25-34
Who is your favorite saint?
St. Dymphna, patron of mental afflictions