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Alex Chia |
 Hi, my name is Alex Chia. I entered Holy Cross Seminary in 2011. I am from the diocese of Christchurch. Before entering the seminary I completed a degree in mechanical engineering.
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Alister Castillo |
 Greetings! I am a born and bred Cantabrian and also a seminarian for the Diocese of Christchurch. I completed my High School studies at St. Bede’s College in Christchurch in 2008 then did part time University in 2009 while I worked for the Catholic Youth Team for a short time. But the “call” to priesthood was too strong during that year so I entered Good Shepherd House (pre-seminary house) in 2010 and officially started Holy Cross in 2011. I really enjoy playing the piano and the organ, watching movies and also love helping out in Youth Ministry.
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Austin Fernandes |
 I am a seminarian for the Auckland diocese. Before entering the seminary in February 2010 I had been working for Maitland Engineering as a CNC lathe operator. I was also a member of the Lamb Of God Covenant Community. I enjoy playing a good game of soccer and cricket. |
Carlos Guleng |
 I am Carlos from the Philippines. I am a seminarian for the Auckland Diocese and I belong to St Patrick's Cathedral Parish, Auckland City. Before entering Holy Cross Seminary in February 2011, I worked as Design Engineer for Vector Network (i.e. Underground Electrical Reticulation for Industrial, Commercial & Residential Subdivisions, Customer Substation, etc.) in the Auckland area. I previously worked as Project Manager for MWSS, Manila, Philippines. I am a Co-Worker of the Missionaries of Charity and have been a past president of the Co-Workers of Mother Teresa, Auckland. I also worked as a catechist for the Sacrament of Initiation Programme. Reading, listening to music, walking, and gardening are my leisure activities. |
Danny Fraser-Jones |
 I am a seminarian for the Hamilton Diocese. I entered Holy Cross Seminary in 2009. Prior to that, I was on perpetually on holiday by virtue of working in a Holiday Park at Mount Maunganui for the last eight years. |
Do Nguyen |
 I am a seminarian for the Christchurch Diocese. I am from Vietnam. I graduated from university in 2008. I am an engineer and I have been living in New Zealand since July 2008. |
Dominic Madut |
 Hello, I am Dominic Madut from the Sudan and am a seminarian for the Auckland diocese. I came to New Zealand in 1999 and entered the seminary in 2009. I love to play and watch a good game of football. |
Doug Shepherd |
 I am a seminarian for the Archdiocese of Wellington, starting in 2008. I have been a primary school teacher and principal for over thirty five years. I have an older twin brother as well as a younger brother which makes me the middle child. My interests include hockey and football and watching it from the couch. I also like sharing a good bottle of red wine. |
Graeme Blackburn |
 Hi everybody, my name is Graeme and I'm from a family of two brothers and two sisters and I'm the youngest of them all. Although I grew up in Auckland I am studying for Christchurch diocese. After I completed High School in 2001 I left for Christchurch and spent the best part of eight years down there doing all sorts of jobs to make a living. But it's good to be back in Auckland with the family again !!!! |
Gregory Clarke |
 I was born in Opotiki Aotearoa in 1959, the only son to parents Noel and Lois Clark. I have four sisters - Cathy, Joanne, Mary and Judith. I attended St Joseph's Primary School in Hamilton, and I was taught by the Sisters of the Mission followed there after by the Marist Brothers for my Intermediate and Secondary years. Presently I am qualified as a carpenter, panelbeater, rigger/scafolder and an industrial abseiler having lived and worked extensively in Australasia, America, England and the West Indies. My home has been Wanaka since 1985. Lured by the Alpine Lifestyle and a sense of adventure, a love of skiing, climbing, mountaineering and sailing have ensued - as has an acute awareness of the Presence of God. |
Huynh Tran |
 I am Huynh. I am from Vietnam. I arrived in New Zealand in July 2008. I am a seminarian for Christchurch Diocese. I had studied electronics at Ho Chi Minh University Of Industry in Vietnam for two years before I came to New Zealand. I love cooking, technology and playing sports. |
Jeremy Palman |
 I am a 38 year-old Aucklander, who was born in Twizel. I spent some time in religious life in the 90s, and have previously studied and worked in product-development. I have a keen interest in philosophy and liturgy; and enjoy relaxing watching a good comedy. |
Marchellino Park |
 I am a seminarian for Auckland Diocese originally from Korea. After I finished military service in Korea I came to NZ and was living at Remuera parish. In 2009 I was living in the seminary and studying English at language school and in 2010 start the seminary programme. I’m interested in playing sports such as table tennis and basket ball. |
Mark Caubo |
 My name is Mark Caubo, I belong to the parish of St Patrick's Cathedral, Auckland and starting at Holy Cross Seminary in 2010. I originally come from India and have been living in NZ for the last 7 years. I come from a corporate background having worked in TelstraClear (NZ) for 6 years and prior to that in Tata Motors (India) for 5 years. I love traveling, music & watching movies. |
Mark William |
 Hi, my name is Mark William. I entered Holy Cross Seminary in 2011. I am from the diocese of Christchurch. Before entering the seminary, I completed a degree in electrical engineering.
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Marlouie Ugalde |
 Mabuhay! I am a former Society of the Divine Word (SVD) seminarian from the Philippines with a bachelor’s degree in Philosophy. Before joining the Archdiocese of Wellington in 2010, for my priestly formation, I worked as a sales and marketing specialist for a local pharmaceutical company in the Philippines for 5 years. Music and sports are my favorite leisure pursuits. |
Nigel Murray |
I am a seminarian for Palmerston North Diocese. I come from Woodville where I am 5th born of 8. Before entering the seminary in 2009 I was a seasoned traveller, working in many practical fields with a farming background. Along with travel I’m also keen on rugby, all sports and love a good game of chess. |
Springsteen |
 My name is Springsteen, a.k.a. the Boss. I entered Holy Cross Seminary in 2011 and enjoy studying esCATology in CATechism. While at the seminary I hope to advance in PURRfection |
Sherwin Lapaan |
 Kia ora! I started my formation towards priesthood in San Jose Seminary back in the Philippines before coming to New Zealand and become seminarian of the Diocese of Auckland. I used to work in private corporation and Jesuit institutions. In 2010, I worked as pastoral assistant and parish secretary of Good Shepherd Parish, Balmoral, prior entering Holy Cross Seminary. I am happy I found home and Church here in New Zealand. +amdg+
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Thanh Tran |
 My name is Thanh and I am from Vietnam. I was born and grew up in a big Catholic family. My family has nine children - I am number three. My parents are farmers.
I arrived in New Zealand in July 2008. I belong to Christchurch Diocese and I want to be a priest in this Diocese. Becoming a priest has been my dream all my life. |
Tien Cao |
 My name is Tien, I am from Viet Nam. I have been living and learning English in New Zealand for almost 16 months, I am here not to be served but to serve, and I am happy to be a seminarian of Christchurch Diocese. I really like living in New Zealand, people here are so kind to me, but the weather is sometimes rather cold. I love playing sports such as soccer, volleyball, table tennis, and listening to music, especially instrumental music. Also, I enjoy drinking wine and beer with friends, especially those who have the same interests. |
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