Bishop Carl Kemme

Seven Newman alumni answer God’s call as Catholic priests, deacons

(From left to right) The Rev. Demel, Rev. McGuire, Rev. Nguyen, Rev. Meyerhoff, Rev. Hilger and Rev. Bergkamp at their ordination Mass at the Church of the Magdalen (Courtesy photo: Catholic Advance)

In May 2026, five Newman alumni were ordained priests, while two others were ordained transitional deacons. 

‘Dance in the rain’: Reflections from the 2026 Baccalaureate Mass

The 2026 Baccalaureate Mass featured a homily by Bishop Carl Kemme rooted in the life of Saint John Henry Newman and student reflections.