Alumni Stories

The story of Christ the King Seminary begins and ends with our students and alumni.  Here you can read about some of our alumni: their faith journeys and how they were led to Christ the King, their time here as students, and what they are doing now.

A Man's Relationship with Jesus Blossoms in Buffalo
Rev. Mr. Mario Gemar Racho (MDiv, '19) Sometimes it's necessary for someone to leave a tropical climate for a snowy one in order to bear fruit.

Journeywork: A Calling to Faith
Rev. Michael P. LaMarca (MDiv, '16) From sports management and promotions to priesthood, Michael LaMarca's faith journey has been an interesting, inspired, and sometimes unexpected path.

Journeywork: A Shared Calling
Deacon Mark (MAPM '16) & Linda Hooper (Cert. Pastoral Studies '06)

Deacon Mark and Linda Hooper are connected in faith—and connected to Christ the King Seminary's mission—in so many inspiring ways that it's difficult to capture it all in one story...

Journeywork: Illuminating the Path with Compassion & Knowledge
Sr. Judith Terrameo, OSF (MAPM '17)  Faith is not easy to come by for everyone. It is often earned through suffering and the persistent act of facing fear, doubt and heartbreaking challenges. Sister Judith Terrameo's journey has not been an easy one, but the faith, joy and compassion she exudes in her life and her work belie the obstacles she has overcome...