The fascinating Journey of my Vocation.
At a very tender age, I allowed myself to be captivated by Jesus.
I strongly believe that my Vocation to Priesthood was initiated by the warmth and loving touch of my Sister. The nostalgic memory of her holding my hands, tenderly accompanying me to Church for the daily Mass enkindled the spark to be a Priest of God.
Each day as I served at the Holy Eucharist, the desire to be a priest enhanced my joy. My parents were my pillars of strength and support. Their simple lifestyle, hard work and discipline infused in me strong values. Through constant prayer and reflection, I finally entered the Society for Missionaries of St. Francis Xavier (SFX) known as Pilar Fathers and since then there was no turning back.
I was ordained Priest on 7th October 2008 with the theme “I will praise the Lord at all times” (Psalm 34:1). I will complete 13 years of my ordination most of which were in the education apostolate where I have the opportunity to give my best to the young.
My special message to the young “I invite you to let your hearts be stolen by the LORD” and if you are called to follow Him respond generously and trust in God.

-Fr. Richard Crasto, SFX, Pilar