Fr. Johndy Gonzales

Age: 29
Hometown: Manila, Philippines
Home parish: Beatitudes of Our Lord Church, La Mirada
First parish assignment: St. Dorothy Church, Glendora
First Mass: Sunday, June 1 at 12pm (Noon) – Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic Church (La Mirada)

Fr. Johndy grew up in Manila, Philippines and it was during his uncle’s ordination that he believes the first seed was planted. When Gonzales graduated from high school, he felt ready to join the seminary. Since his uncle was serving in Detroit, he applied and was accepted to SS. Cyril & Methodius Seminary in Michigan. The only catch was, since the seminary was a private one, applicants needed to find a “home” diocese, so he came to Los Angeles. In becoming a priest, Gonzales is most looking forward to the responsibility of being the “instrument” to bring people closer to God, to serve the people, to bring them the sacraments, and to show them that Christ is present.