3: A Day in The Life of a Seminarian | Rev. Jerome Kleponis, Diocese of Harrisburg

Have you ever wondered what a day in the seminary is like? Msgr. Bill Fay explores this topic with Rev. Jerome “Jerry” Kleponis who is a member of the Class of 2022 and serves in the Diocese of Harrisburg. Fr. Jerry speaks about the variety of responsibilities in a seminarian’s day and the ways in which these prepare men to be priests. They also discuss Fr. Jerry’s experience while assigned to the Braintree Catholic Collaborative in Braintree, Massachusetts where he learned to apply the human, spiritual, intellectual, and pastoral components of formation that he had learned throughout his time in the seminary. Fr. Jerry speaks about routine, the Liturgy of the Hours, and his first visit to Pope St. John XXIII Seminary – you won’t want to miss his experience! And hear about an encounter he had that solidified his decision to follow the call of God late in life, and what the future may hold for him. Prior to arriving at Pope St. John XXIII National Seminary, Rev. Jerry Kleponis practiced dentistry for some 34 years in the Pennsylvania area, to include underserved populations. Fr. Jerry was ordained to the priesthood on June 4, 2022. He is now serving in the Diocese of Harrisburg.