Reverend Mr. Benjamin Kneib

Kenrick-Glennon Seminary;
4th year Theology

Home Parish:
St. James, St. Joseph

Birthday:
June 12th

I believe I first truly considered the priesthood when I was about 13 years old. I knew that I would probably either pursue this calling or one of a military career. My parents had raised me to respect and honor the Church and the priesthood at an early age. Yet even at the end of high school I was still hesitant to commit to a life I knew was difficult and somewhat opposed to everything I thought I wanted. Luckily I had a few good priests that I looked up to who understood what I was discerning and could help point me towards the answer I sought. It wasn't until I was before the Blessed Sacrament at a seminary come and see weekend that I found the courage I was looking for. I made a deal that day in prayer with God--I will do this but You must help me. It was only after this prayer of abandonment that I felt truly at peace. Beginning studies for the priesthood is not only something a person chooses to do, but something they are chosen to do. God chooses many for His service. I knew that if I put my trust in the Lord that I would not be led astray.