Joshua Hare St. John Vianney College Seminary (Freshman Year) Home Parish: St. Anthony the Abbot, Brooksville
Joshua was born in the Hudson area of Pasco County and grew up in Memphis, Tennessee. When he was eleven, his family embraced Catholicism and Joshua was confirmed and received the Eucharist for the first time. After beginning Catholic school in sixth grade, Joshua began to do very well academically and he then went on to Memphis Catholic High School. In 2008, Joshua and his mother moved to Brooksville and he transferred into Hernando High School where he graduated in June of this year. In high school, Joshua played baseball for two years and was on the ROTC drill team. Joshua also plays golf and enjoys computers. Deeply feeling a call to something more, Joshua will begin St. John Vianney College Seminary in August.
Do your family and friends think it is a good idea that you’re becoming a priest? I would say some people may not understand my vocation, but all of my family and friends whole heartedly support me.
What’s the biggest sacrifice you will be making to go to the seminary? The biggest sacrifice I will have to make is giving up a room all to myself. If this is the biggest sacrifice I will have to make then it's well worth it.
Are you nervous at all about starting the seminary in August? Of Course I am. Who wouldn't be? This is a new chapter in my life but I'm definitely more excited than nervous.
What’s the best movie you’ve seen lately? The best one I've seen lately is "The Blind Side"
Who is your favorite singer or music group? I don't have a favorite band, but my rule is anything country. Although that’s not all I listen to, it's my favorite genre.
Who helped you decide to study for the priesthood? If I had to pick one person it would be Deacon Don, he has given me so much advice and never ceases to help me with whatever I need.
What are you looking forward to most at the seminary?I'm looking forward to Daily Mass, my favorite moments of my week are spent in mass, so to experience this joy every single day is a gift that I will treasure.
