Andrew Kim |
 My name is Andrew Kim. I came from South Korea. I earned my Philosophy and Theology degrees from the Catholic University of Korea. Before I came to New Zealand to join the Archdiocese of Wellington this year, I worked as an IT specialist in a database firm providing information for the Korean government. Playing table tennis and travelling to different places are my interests. |
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. |
Brendon McMahon |
 Before entering the seminary, for Christchurch Diocese in 2009, I worked in dairy farming, most recently in Canterbury's Ellesmere, where successive generations of my family for lived for the past 144 years. I've had a varied career since leaving school in 1985 including three years seminary training at Mosgiel, overseas travel, further study, and work as a journalist both in Central Otago and Buller. Art and photography, playing the piano, and walking and biking are among my interests. |
Carlo Aquino David (C.J) |
 I am a seminarian for the Diocese of Auckland. I was born in the Philippines and migrated to Auckland when I was 13. Ever since I was a child, I’ve always wanted to be a priest and before I turned 20 in 2006, I entered Holy Cross Seminary. I feel that as I mature in age, my vocation continue to be strengthen and I become more trustful on God’s plan in my life. I love to travel and have an interest in history and politics. |
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. |
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. |
Joseph Assen |
 Prior to entering the seminary in 2010, for the Diocese of Hamilton, I worked as an accountant in Cambridge, having completed a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Auckland in 2008. Chief among my interests are reading, and following football and cricket. |
Larry Rustia |
 Hello, I’m Larry Rustia. I have done most of my seminary training back in my country, Philippines. I am a Marian devotee so I entered the Immaculate Conception Seminary. Now, with the guidance of the Holy Spirit I'm here in Auckland were I was on pastoral placement at the Parish of St.Mary's, Northcote in 2009. This parish is my home away from home and again under the patronage of Mary. I love to sing, read and watch movies. |
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. |
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. |
Rima Wakarua Tamaiparea-Puki |
 Kia Ora! Hailing from the marvelous Metropolis of Marton although entering as a seminarian for the Diocese of Hamilton commencing 2010. Rima was raised by his maternal-grandparents. He is of Maori derivation with tribal affiliations to: Ngati Apa (Marton), Te Atihaunui-a-Papa Rangi (Whanganui-Matahiwi), Te Rarawa (Motuti-'Whangae') and Ngati Tuwharetoa (Turangi-Korohe). He was the first New Zealand-Maori to be appointed organ scholar for the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Hamilton. His speciality is in choral conducting and organ performance. Rima enjoys trains, the company of 'old' people and good humour. |
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. |
Vaughan Hook |
 Gidday! I’m a seminarian for the Diocese of Dunedin. I am the youngest of a family of ten from the Mosgiel Parish. I am a trained school teacher and have taught at Holy Cross in Papatoetoe, St. Mary’s in Gore and more recently, Kavanagh College in Dunedin. I have also taught in London, Belfast and Liverpool. Last year, I had the role of Youth Co-ordinator and Secondary School Advisor for our diocese. I love sport, played rugby and I’m a huge Tottenham Hotspurs FC fan. I love music and play the guitar at any chance. |