Meet Our Priests

Father Craig, originally from Detroit, MI, became a priest in June of 2016. He felt a call to the priesthood his senior year of highschool after attending a retreat which changed his life. He experienced a profound encounter with Jesus, and has a strong desire to give to others what Christ has given him. He is the newest member of the Saint Vincent de Paul community and became Pastor, June of 2020. His favorite part of being a priest is celebrating Holy Mass every day; particularly when he elevates the Host during the consecration. He enjoys being involved with education and is looking forward to working with children in the school and with adults in ministry. His two favorite saints are Philomena and John Vianney but if he were to go back in time, he would want to meet Saint Peter, the first pope. Some of his favorite hobbies include writing music, playing tennis, golfing, and cycling. He is also a roller coaster enthusiast and can tell you anything you want to know about them. He hopes to one day be able to travel to Mexico City to visit the Shrine to Our Lady of Guadalupe. Father Craig’s cuisine of choice is anything Asian or Italian! 

BFr. Ben Landrigan grew up in Fort Wayne from a large joyful family. From his four brothers he learned how to throw a curve and dribble a basketball with either hand. From his two sisters he learned a love of reading and how to play the piano. From his parents, he learned to love God and a desire to commit his life totally to Christ. That desire began taking shape as Fr. Ben grew up reading ‘lives of the saints’ stories which inspired him and impressed him deeply. The particular call to the priesthood was ever present in his mind and soul until he decided to head to seminary upon the completion of high school. In the seminary he learned how to throw a frisbee… as well as a few things about theology. After years of growth and vocational confirmation, Fr. Ben was ordained to the sacred priesthood of Jesus Christ in June of 2021, and has been serving at St. Vincent’s ever since. One of the joys of his priesthood is visiting the school and sharing the joy of life and the joy of the Gospel with the children!