Joseph LangenA Missed FuneralOne evening after dinner in early December, I was called to Father Cassian’s room. This did not seem unusual since his room was right next…5 min read·May 2, 2024----
Joseph LangenFifth Seminary ReflectionWe had made it through stage two of our training. In the space of one year we had completed our “basic training” in the religious life and…2 min read·May 1, 2024----
Joseph LangenFifth Seminary ReflectionIt seemed strange to have the first phase of my seminary days drawing to a close. It was sometimes hard to imagine that I had been here for…3 min read·Apr 29, 2024----
Joseph LangenThird Seminary ReflectionAlthough I had not thought much about growing up, I was suddenly faced with the prospect of moving in that direction. I was starting to…1 min read·Apr 22, 2024----
Joseph LangenLeaving HomeI left my home and life so far in September 1956. I stayed overnight with my grandparents and all the relatives who stopped by to wish me…3 min read·Apr 2, 2024----
Joseph LangenPlaying At MassAt one point I realized that going to the seminary was not just a fantasy. But speaking of fantasy, I played being a priest saying Mass. My…3 min read·Mar 29, 2024----