Our Seminarians

Junhee Lee

Home Parish: Holy Spirit, Brooklyn
Pastoral Year Parish:
Seminary: Cathedral Seminary Residence

Do not worry if you are not sure about your call to the Priesthood of Jesus Christ, because no one is 100% certain when they enter the seminary. But take that leap of faith, enter the seminary and continue to discern God's call. Congratulations, the call to the priesthood is truly a precious gift from God.

Many usually ask, what is the life of a seminarian? Life as a seminarian has been a blessing. Over the past few years as a seminarian I have learned and experienced many things that helped me grow physically, emotionally, and spiritually. The seminary is a place of formation and a place of discernment where groups of young men, just like you and I, come and live together by helping and encouraging each other to do the will of God. Always be open to God's call. Whatever it may be, be open to it and once you find out what it is, follow that calling to the best of your ability always with love.

I entered priestly formation in August 2005. At that time I entered Cathedral Seminary Residence of the Immaculate Conception. I am currently finishing my college degree with a Major in Philosophy and minor is Theology. Soon I will begin my theological studies at the Major Seminary.

For me, the first step towards enter the seminary was prayer. I have found that what has helped me the most to continue to discern God's calling in my life was having a personal relationship with God. Having a relationship with God does not just happen. Like all relationships, a relationship with God requires time, patients, and being willing to accept guidance in times of confusion and even in times of uncertainty. Always be open to whatever God has planned for you. God will never let you down.

God calls those who are willing to listen. God calls all sorts of people. For instance, I love skateboarding, snowboarding, and many other activities. I have a black belt in Taekwondo and taught self-defense as master's assistant. As you reflect on God’s call, talk to your parish priest, you just might be surprised by his story.
I am truly blessed to have a loving and supportive family who loves me unconditionally. Through my family, especially my parents, I was introduced to God's love. Realizing how much God truly loves me and my family all I wanted to do in return was to love Him and do His will.

Finally, you might be asking yourself, why the Diocese of Brooklyn. Simply because I truly believe that Church of Brooklyn and Queens is the best. What makes the Diocese of Brooklyn so great is the unity among different cultures. Regardless of language and cultural differences there is always a sense of unity during the celebration of the Eucharist.