💨 Abstract

Twelve men are on the verge of becoming Catholic priests in a ceremony marked by a mix of joy and a sense of renewal for a Church grappling with internal struggles. Their numbers symbolize the 12 apostles, offering hope for revitalization amidst crises and abuse scandals. Diverse in background—from engineers to tech entrepreneurs and military chaplains—a pope and the Diocese of Arlington is experiencing a resurgence in vocations despite a national decline.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff