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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT ✨🔦 Meet Father Tom DiFolco! Father DiFolco is from Canton. He was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Cincinnati in 1983 and has ministered as a priest in St. Bartholomew, Finneytown; St. Joseph, Cincinnati; St. Martin de Porres, Lincoln Heights; St. Agnes, Bond Hill; and St. Michael Parish, Sharonville. Father DiFolco retired from active priestly ministry in 2018. In addition to parish assignments, Father DiFolco he has also been the Director of the Priestly Formation Office, and served on the Presbyteral Council and the Priests Personnel Board. In April of 2023, he became the part-time Associate Director for Leadership Development for the archdiocesan Center for Parish Vitality. Father DiFolco has a great love for the Holy Land and the Bible. In both 2022 and 2023, he served as a volunteer on archeological digs in Tel Burna, Isreal and Hippos Sussita, Isreal. Father DiFolco also has an active love of horses and occasionally offers a helping hand at a horse stable in Clermont County.

Looking to join the #NationalEucharisticPilgrimage as it travels through the Archdiocese of Cincinnati next week but have some questions? Read our FAQs and learn more about the pilgrimage at JesusIsHere2024.org #JesusIsHere #JesusIsHere2024

Only ONE WEEK until the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage reaches the Archdiocese of Cincinnati! Learn more about the pilgrimage, events and Eucharistic festival at www.JesusIsHere2024.org Thank you to our presenting sponsor Mercy Health!

While preparing to be ordained, Fr. John Grusenmeyer said "None of us are worthy to be His priests but He calls us nonetheless". Congratulations Fr. Grusenmeyer and thank you for answering the call of your vocation. 🙏 The Archdiocese of Cincinnati joyfully celebrated the #ordination of seven new priests on Saturday May 18, 2024. #priesthoodordination #priestordination

July 6 Jesus Is Here featured group! Damascus Worship is a musical group of Catholic praise and worship missionaries inspired by the Gospel call to evangelization. The group is passionate about bringing revival to the Catholic Church. Jesus is Here at Fountain Square will begin with Holy Hour – adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, praise and worship music by Damascus Worship, a Eucharistic reflection by Father Jacob Lindle, and Benediction. Priests will be available for confession. Following Holy Hour, the festival will feature a concert by popular contemporary Christian artist Jervis Campbell. Games, food trucks and activities will be available during this family-friendly celebration! Learn more about the day and pilgrimage at www.JesusIsHere2024.org

While preparing to be ordained, Fr. Matthew Montag was asked wehat seminary sport will he will miss the most along with what he looks forward to once ordained. Congratulations Fr. Montag and thank you for answering the call of your vocation. 🙏 The Archdiocese of Cincinnati joyfully celebrated the #ordination of seven new priests on Saturday May 18, 2024. #priesthoodordination #priestordination

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT ✨🔦 Meet Catherine Ampfer! Catherine has served the pastoral center for five years. She began as an Executive Assistance for the Human Resource Office and is now the Parish Liaison for the Finance Office. As part of her current role, Catherine provides technical support for eCatholic Management System (formerly known as Gabriel). Catherine has been married to her husband Matt for 25 years and has two boys who attend Northern Kentucky University. The family is members of Holy Spirit Parish in Newport, KY. Matt and Catherine are adjusting to being “empty nesters” and are frequently out finding fun things to do. They enjoy trying new restaurants and listening to live music, especially local bands. If you have any suggestions, be sure to let her know!

July 6 Jesus Is Here featured speaker! Father Jacob Lindle was ordained in 2022 and is the parochial vicar at Mary, Queen of Angels Family of Parishes. This fall, Father Lindle begins graduate studies in Rome. He’ll participate in a five-year program studying Patristics. Jesus is Here at Fountain Square will begin with Holy Hour – adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, praise and worship music by Damascus Worship, a Eucharistic reflection by Father Jacob Lindle, and Benediction. Priests will be available for confession. Following Holy Hour, the festival will feature a concert by popular contemporary Christian artist Jervis Campbell. Games, food trucks and activities will be available during this family-friendly celebration! Learn more about the day and pilgrimage at www.JesusIsHere2024.org

When ordained on May 18th, Fr. Benjamin Mersch explained that despite the crowd, it feels like "just your brothers and the bishop" with you when ordained. Thank you for answering the call of your vocation! 🙏 The Archdiocese of Cincinnati joyfully celebrated the #ordination of seven new priests on Saturday May 18, 2024. #priesthoodordination #priestordination