05/23/2026
Today, we celebrate a beautiful and sacred moment as Fr. Karl Finkbeiner begins his journey in the priesthood. What a blessing it is to witness your “yes” to God and to see the years of prayer, sacrifice, discernment, and faith lead to this day. Your ordination is not only a gift to the Church, but a sign of hope to everyone who knows you. ✨
You have answered a calling that is bigger than yourself, and that takes courage, humility, and deep love for Christ and His people. May your ministry be filled with compassion, wisdom, strength, and joy as you walk alongside the faithful, bringing the Gospel to life through your words and your example. The Church needs priests with heart, and today we rejoice knowing that you are now one of them.
And I truly believe Monsignor Trapp would be so proud of you. ❤️ He would be smiling today, seeing the man you have become and the path God placed before you. His prayers, guidance, and influence undoubtedly helped shape this moment, and his spirit lives on through the lives he touched including yours. Congratulations, Fr. Karl. May God bless you abundantly as you begin this sacred vocation. 💜✨🙏🏾