A Crucifixion of My Perfectionism
John Paul Quejada is a current Seton Teaching Fellow at Brilla Caritas Middle School in the Bronx, where he teaches 5th grade Catechism. He attended Franciscan University of Steubenville and…
Teaching Through the Eyes of Hospitality
Maria Rodriguez-Brannon is a current Seton Teaching Fellow at Brilla Veritas Middle School in the Bronx, where she teaches catechism to 7th grade girls. She graduated from the University of…
STF Christmas Meditation: We are Jesus’s Manger
To round out our STF Advent Meditation series, Isabella (Marcelino) Teves has written our final Christmas reflection. Bella is newly married to Matt Teves and is currently a 3rd grade…
STF Advent Meditations: Letting Mary into Our Homes
Mikayla (Olson) Yanovich has written this week's reflection. Mikayla is married to Trevor Yanovich and mother to Tommy (2) and Agnes (6 months). In addition to being a full-time mother,…
STF Advent Meditations: God’s Gift of Peace
This week's reflection is written by Marlo (White) Obiajulu. Marlo is newly married to Stephen Obiajulu, and they are expecting twins! Marlo currently is a learning specialist at Brilla Veritas Middle…
No Longer Orphans
What blessedness I feel when I realize that Jesus desires my participation in this mission of making the Father known...
Answering the Call: How Five Cohort 12 Fellows Found STF
Every journey to becoming a Seton Teaching Fellow is unique, yet many share a common thread: an open heart and a courageous "yes" to something greater.
A Teacher, a Community leader, and a Barber – Jess Marter
Whether alumni enter a religious community, continue teaching, or live deeply in an intentional community, the STF mission sticks. For Jess Marter, Cohort 8, this meant becoming a teacher, a fixture in her Bronx neighborhood, and, at times, a barber for the homeless community.
Remarkable Parallels: The Fellow Year and My Favorite Superhero
Cecilia Alvarez teaching Catechism
There is one interest of mine that I never thought would be integrated with my love of God and my role as a Seton Teaching Fellow: Superheroes. Particularly, Batman movies and comics. I know, I know! Bear with me for a moment while I integrate Batman, my Fellow year, and my faith.
When God Knocks Down Walls: Preparing for Life’s Vocations as an STF
Katie & Michael Clymer on their wedding day, photo courtesy of Annie Rainwater Photography.
Katie Fallon Clymer reflects on how her time with STF prepared her for her vocation to marriage.