6: A Global House of Formation | Deacon James Thomson

Many may not know that Pope St. John XXIII National Seminary draws men from across the globe! Many seminarians study for the priesthood and stay within the United States, but there a handful of men who pass through our doors and then travel back overseas to serve as priests. In this episode we meet Deacon James Thomson of the class of 2023, in formation for the Archdiocese of Adelaide in Australia. Learn about the circuitous route that brought James to Weston, Massachusetts, and how prepared he feels for his upcoming ordination in the spring. And you’ll want to hear what the Aussies can claim with pride about their mark on the history of Pope St. John XXIII!

Deacon James Thomson was born and lived in the United Kingdom for 27 years. After university, he worked for Barkley’s Bank for 5 years. When his father retired, the entire family immigrated to Australia and James continued his banking career for another 10 years.

Deacon James is scheduled to be ordained to the priesthood in late spring of 2023.