I used to work in retail...and whenever a religious came into the store...whether at starbucks the mall... Target... Walmart...you name it...it was encouraging and made me feel proud to be Catholic...sometimes just the presence of the habit in the agora was so inspiring...it always encourages dialogue even with non-believers. I used to bring a retired byzantine old calendarist bishop out shopping every week...and he was a magnet in walmart...he heard confessions in the walgreens parking lot..... Getting out there where the people are saves souls...keep bringing the church/sacraments to them..where they are...sacramenta propter homines!
darien chalecki ... reminds me of when I once walked into a Starbucks during quiet time (scarce!) and there sat a Catholic nun sipping coffee and reading. Her habit was entirely white. In that environment she looked almost luminous! It was as if her presence lifted that common environment up and into the Holy. I wish I'd had the inner fortitude to say hello and that I was Catholic. I didn't. But I'll never forget that moment.
Victorius Fredericus Ž.K Linnus brother, how about before you tell your parents, you come and see a friar/monk's life at first hand? Go and visit a convent/monastery/priory in the country and experience for yourself how it is to live a life of total consecration to God in the service of His Church. Once you do that and have the necessary experience, I guess you won't have a hard time explaining it to your parents. Will pray for you and may Our Mother Mary watch over you.
Chad Ant Amoroso Now I’m studying in l’Intitut Catholique de Paris or Catholic institute of Paris majoring in theology and ecclesiastical philosophy. The thing you tell me is certainly what I wanna do the next year. Thanks. May God guide me the way.
Angel makes some good points. Reminds me of the Army and how a cook can have a huge effect on troop health and moral. There are many vocations and careers that may seem small but have a tremendous impact in people’s lives.
I'm not Catholic, I'm not even Christian (and probably never will be again), but I just LOVE watching your videos. You're so kind and genuine, and your videos are a breath of fresh air.
Sara Marie Morris you dont have to be catholic to watch catholic things or even join catholic things, your welcomed and i love his channel too its always a breath of fresh air; do you follow ascension presents? Its a very awesome channel as well ✌💝
Neve say never. You are too young and you still have a lot to see and understand about life. Once you live more, you will realise that all roads lead to God.
I am a licensed Cosmetologist and I can truly relate with Brother Angel. Although I am currently discerning, and I am very anxious about it. But after seeing this video I know that until that time comes I will trust the Lord and continue to work in the salon. Thank you so much for making these videos :) Good job and God bless you all!
I think this video is a good reminder that God can use every talent we have to spread the Good News. Also, good luck to you as you get closer to your ordination! I'll be praying for you Br. Casey. :))
Thank you for this video! I recently found this page and have been watching your videos. This one is special for me though. I am a United Methodist pastor and have been deeply inspired by St Martin de Porres of the past 3 years. Following his lead, I am transitioning out of pulpit ministry this summer to work towards becoming a barber. The reasons given in this video for being a barber in ministry are the reasons I am making that move. Thank you for the encouraging words and for confirming that I am moving in the right direction!
In Spanish Angel is indeed a masculine name. It is pronounced Anhel or Un-hel. In the Philippines if Angel is pronounced the Spanish way it is masculine. But if it is pronounced in English the American way, it is feminine.
I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!!! For wearing the habit. I grew up in Brazil in a very Catholic family also I always had priests and sisters around me. Personally I always believed in wearing a habit, as you said it, it does bring people in need close to you. I am very devoted to Merciful Jesus, and Our lady of La salete, also Our lady of Grace (meticulous God BlessJosie
Thank you for breathing light air into the beauty of vocations. Jesus wants us to live to serve others not oppressively, but joyously. You do that Brother.
I am a 65 year old woman. Knowing the old ways almost Catholic 65 years. I grew up in a great church and grammar school in Da Bronx. I love your videos. You are fantastic.
I've seen other videos where professionals go out and give the homeless haircuts, shaves, etc. It's beautiful to see the faces of the recipients when they are cleaned up. Bless Br. Angel, Tito, and you!
@@vesnabluestar3314 yeah, God help us! From people like you. EDIT : Ok that seems a little too aggresive but I'm just frustated. God would WANT us to use mask. God would want us to love each other, to do no harm. Even this act of wanting to explain to you, is because I was reminded of that. To knowingly not using mask despite the effect it can cause others means you dont love others. If you're an asymptomatic covid carrier, you can put anyone you meet at risk. What if they have weak immune system? You can kill them. It's indirect, but still, they're dead BECAUSE of you. And remind me what does the 10 commandment says about murder?
@@Iluvatar196 You spat propaganda as if it was the word of God, you are fearmonger and an evil person, you shalln't listen to people that want you weak and dead, if you cared about other's people health, assuming you are american, you should be spreading awareness of a terrible diet, and not taking enough sun and utilising your body, for that actually helps them not die from illness, not living in fear of getting one, you are just a hypocrite coping fearful of the truth.
Nice to meet you Br. Casey. Jesus our Good Shepherd guide and protect you throughout your clergical work here on earth. By the way -Ilike your hair cut.
Your videos always cheer me up no matter what😁 thank you for sharing with the world the joy you have in the Lord because its contagious by the way the friar on the skateboard just gave me an idea on how to practice patience
I started following you a few weeks ago and I really enjoy watching your videos. I am catholic and Spanish and it is very sad to see how we as a community are mistreated by the government and mass media. Spain has always been a Catholic country, land of the Virgin Mary.🙏🙏🙏
Oh dear..You look handsome.i.was afraid that u might shave your hair you look cool dear.i love your every video.you are always in my prayers. God bless u dear.pls pray for more vocation.
I was just thinking you looked like Jim from the Office and there it was, Dunder Mifflin! lol!! Love it! And Angel is spot on! What a wonderful way to minister!
that is very inspiring movie, thank you for spreading the gospel, being a Franciscan and wearing a habit every day, being a disciple of Jesus Let Our Lady from Poland guide you, father!
amazing how people forget that clergy have lives, family and friends. that they are normal people who serve the Lord, but are individuals with emotions, opinions and aspirations. great job Brother Casey this is refreshing to see! God bless you 😁
This is something that I’ve never known anything about and you make it so cool and inviting that I really feel like I’ve been missing out. You bring something so fresh and unique to evangelism and I can only imagine how effective your ministry must be. And your use of social media is leaps and bounds beyond anything I’ve seen anyone do in the religious world. You kinda are the Casey Neistat of the Church. I have so many questions and I want to keep watching because I’m finding answers.
That is more of a compliment to me that you realize. Thanks! If you have any questions, feel free to ask them here or on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.
Breaking In The Habit I just got your book and will start it tonight. If I still have questions I will definitely post them. I have watched your videos all day after watching until 3am, which I never do... seldom do. I’ve enjoyed them very much. Great that you went to VidCon. That’s awesome.
You are a good guy, and I love what you're doing in the world. I wish more folks followed religious vocations of service. And I'm a Baha'i! Cheers again, brother!
I’m so glad I found your channel I have been working my way through them. You are awesome. Love your personality. I wish my kids could meet someone like you , they would have more open ears and heart.
Please pray for me Br Casey! I am currently looking for an order of contemplative/monastic nuns to join (I've been discerning for 6-7yrs now)😀😄 please pray that I find the order where God wants me to join and to find it soon! Keep up the good work and tysm for saying yes to God with the vocation He gave you! May God bless you abundantly!
Breaking In The Habit well so far i've visited 4 active communities (one was the Sisters of Christian Charity in NJ and we did a "nun run" where we visited about 5 other orders within a 30min distance of the Sisters of Christian Charity...one of which was the Discalced (think that's how it's spelled haha)Carmelites) I enjoyed visiting the other active orders but with the Carmelites (who are in a monastery & are contemplative)I was beyond excited spiritually and almost cried out of joy when I actually saw them lol 🙈 I thought about that moment for the rest of the day and suddenly remembered something I asked God about YEARS ago ...how I had this deep desire to be a part of a community that was the same/similar to what St Bernadette or St Therese had when they were nuns...and after thinking more, I came to realize that God may be asking me to join the contemplative/monastic life w/ a full habit ...so the Sister who was in charge of the "nun run" suggested the Sisters of the Visitation in Tyringham,MA (founded by St Francis de Sales and St Jane de Chantal)...I read their entire website and from a purely logical standpoint the order seems like it was literally made for me (well more like I was made for it) (no I'm not just saying this out of excitement lol even my parents think it's a good fit for me and who I am as an individual)(Yes I'm also excited lol but what I mean is I'm not letting my emotions necessarily interfere with this potential decision because I'd be forcing myself to fit like a square peg in a round hole...I'm completely giving up control and letting Mary guide me on this potential decision and my vocation)...(as a sidenote, they wear the exact same habit St Jane wore 408yrs ago when she co-founded the order...which was also a desire of mine...I've always loved order,structure,and the tradition within Catholicism) I'm currently emailing the vocation director and hope to visit soon (I live close to them so that's a bonus haha) obviously with a monastic/contemplative life,lots of prayer is involved but they also make vestments for Priests,rosaries,toys for babies,etc (which is another bonus because i've always loved making things) So now that you know a bit about where I'm coming from, I guess I'm asking you to pray and ask God to lead me to a different order if this isn't the one but if it is, to somehow let me know soon (parents are giving me until September 30 to join an order )
I really appreciate the idea of serving others in a multitude of ways. How lovely that Brother Angel wants to help others feel cared for and recognized for the dignity of their personhood - no matter their status. When he said he would talk or listen or just give silence depending on the need of the person, that was beautiful. I am a teacher and I view my work as a way to serve my students. I love my kids - my natural family and my classroom families. I think this last year has been so difficult because of the imposed distance between my students and the class. Thank you for these videos.
Hi Brother! I have to say, I really love your videos and frankly, most of them have given me the support I needed when I was (and still am) discerning whether to join the religious life or not. I do have one question though. My hobby and my degree teaches me to own, administer, and expand my business venture. After seeing this video, I 've been meaning to ask: "Can a priest, or a member of the religious congregation, own a business?". I've always been inclined to own a restaurant and create a friendly, socially driven enterprise to help the community. Your answer to this question will be so important to me. As always, continue to bring awareness to Catholicism! We all love your work!
As a member of a religious order, one would need to take a vow of poverty, meaning that they could not own a business. A diocesan priest does not take this vow and so I guess would be able to do this.
A social worker once told me that I needed to attend hairdressing school or some other school now. I wonder if that has anything to do with me having had an aunt still alive at one time who was a hairdresser? Another time a professor at a technical school where I was trying to learn how to network too told me that I needed to consider attending welding school instead. I wonder if that has anything to do with me having had a late father and a late cousin at the time who used to be a welder? Sadly now my much younger than me sister is now dead too. Good thing for the rest of my family too that I didn't take up that offer to become an under water welder once too while I was already at age 45. I wish this man the best. While hoping that he has no pre-existing chronic lung condition while maybe offering people perms too.
Thanks - Ii've just found your channel - really lovely stuff! Thanks so much for making yourself this availabe! You look good both in your habit and in casual clothes, btw :-)
God is NOT dead---Indeed, He is working through the creative vocations of 3 young men: Casey, Tito & Angel. Their energy & determination encourage me to be a better man. Suddenly, I'm optimistic for the future.
Crumbs! This video has just come back on my recommended, and I watched it when it first came out. I’m now studying at a Franciscan university, where Brother Angel cuts students’ hair!
I had to double take when you mentioned Peter Mckinnon, his TH-cam is another one of my favorites 😂 And yes, you're just as cool 😂 Not sure how I came upon your channel (and Upon Friar Review), but I enjoy it ☺️
I admire the Franciscans for wearing their habits in public. Unfortunately, wearing clerical garb by priests and other consecrated persons in public is a thing of the past, due to a misinterpretation of the documents of the Second Vatican Council, and the desire to be "modern" and to "fit in." I find it odd, that our muslim friends, both men and women will wear their full regalia to the mosque for Friday services,, but Catholic Nuns and priests are now indistinguishable from the laity. Great witness indeed!
john riordan you know this how? Did you live then? Do you have photos from then? No, so you don't know exactly how they dressed. However we do know that the church decided that the clergy should wear a certain style of clothing to distinguish them from the laity. Priests and nuns who are laity slumming by dressing like the laity should be repremanded. Once they have taken their vows, they don't get to step back into the laity lifestyle. As it is written, he who puts his hand to the plow/plough and looks back, is not fit for the kingdom. Clergy who wear non clergical attire, do so to get up to no good. Because if they can't go to a place dressed in their clergical attire, then they probably shouldn't be there.
@@skylarrva665 That's the work of the devil. Ever heard of the exorcism of Anneliese Michel? The demons say some stuff about clerical garbs and how the religious no longer wear them.
My friend, godfather, and mentor became a Monk and eventually abbot. He was an anesthesiologist. He would for Boston to Seattle first class, but not in his habit.
So, when I was a sister with the Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration, we learned how to cut each other's hair. So when Friar Angel was speaking about cutting his formator's hair, trust me. I understand! Hahaha!!! Also got to cut some house superiors hair as well!! Also, under the veil, most nuns shave their hair as it is more sanitary and comfortable....
I was born and grew up in Chicago but live in north west Ohio now ( my only child lives here with his family ) but I love seeing you walk the streets makes me so home sick : ( .
I used to work in retail...and whenever a religious came into the store...whether at starbucks the mall... Target... Walmart...you name it...it was encouraging and made me feel proud to be Catholic...sometimes just the presence of the habit in the agora was so inspiring...it always encourages dialogue even with non-believers. I used to bring a retired byzantine old calendarist bishop out shopping every week...and he was a magnet in walmart...he heard confessions in the walgreens parking lot..... Getting out there where the people are saves souls...keep bringing the church/sacraments to them..where they are...sacramenta propter homines!
darien chalecki ... reminds me of when I once walked into a Starbucks during quiet time (scarce!) and there sat a Catholic nun sipping coffee and reading. Her habit was entirely white. In that environment she looked almost luminous! It was as if her presence lifted that common environment up and into the Holy.
I wish I'd had the inner fortitude to say hello and that I was Catholic. I didn't. But I'll never forget that moment.
I’m always wondering how can I tell my Chinese atheist parents that I wanna be a Catholic friar or monk...
Victorius Fredericus Ž.K Linnus brother, how about before you tell your parents, you come and see a friar/monk's life at first hand? Go and visit a convent/monastery/priory in the country and experience for yourself how it is to live a life of total consecration to God in the service of His Church. Once you do that and have the necessary experience, I guess you won't have a hard time explaining it to your parents. Will pray for you and may Our Mother Mary watch over you.
Chad Ant Amoroso Now I’m studying in l’Intitut Catholique de Paris or Catholic institute of Paris majoring in theology and ecclesiastical philosophy. The thing you tell me is certainly what I wanna do the next year. Thanks. May God guide me the way.
my advice ask what they think. and if you feel that is what god wants then ask a priest about how to tell your parents
Congratulations, Brother Angel!!!
NOT in China!
The way he talks about not wearing the habit is like listening to a superhero talking about the days when they are in their secret identity
You mean, their real identity? 😂
@@geraltofrivia7456 I suppose it depends how you look at it
@@felixweinlinger true
I love the way Angel applies servanthood to caring for people's hair and appearance ❤️
He seems so kind and conscientious.
Angel makes some good points. Reminds me of the Army and how a cook can have a huge effect on troop health and moral. There are many vocations and careers that may seem small but have a tremendous impact in people’s lives.
I'm not Catholic, I'm not even Christian (and probably never will be again), but I just LOVE watching your videos. You're so kind and genuine, and your videos are a breath of fresh air.
Sara Marie Morris you dont have to be catholic to watch catholic things or even join catholic things, your welcomed and i love his channel too its always a breath of fresh air; do you follow ascension presents? Its a very awesome channel as well ✌💝
Neve say never. You are too young and you still have a lot to see and understand about life. Once you live more, you will realise that all roads lead to God.
Sara Marie Morris may be god is calling you to come home, you never know how will invite his children
God speaks in different ways Sara personally am touched by his talks. God bless him!
Never say never young Sara
I am a licensed Cosmetologist and I can truly relate with Brother Angel. Although I am currently discerning, and I am very anxious about it. But after seeing this video I know that until that time comes I will trust the Lord and continue to work in the salon. Thank you so much for making these videos :)
Good job and God bless you all!
Dude you're awesome! Fresh take on what being religious is and means; You are anyone of us with a ministry focused on God. Kudos!
Thanks!
Did you ever go to a zoo in your habit?
@@jedijournal9159 ... that's gotta' be on Br. Casey's bucket list. Where's Mister Ed when we need him??
“I don’t go swimming in it.” Not sure why, but I can’t stop laughing at that line 😂😂😂
“Dunder Mifflin. Limitless Paper in a Paperless World” anyone else catch it?
I did, too! I giggled just a bit.
What i love is that another father commented this
He looks a little like Jim too
When he was sitting there I was thinking "he looks a bit like Jim from the Office".. and then BOOM I saw the tshirt. Ha!
Confession in a barber chair. Very cool way to connect with Catholics. That was an incredible experience!
I think this video is a good reminder that God can use every talent we have to spread the Good News. Also, good luck to you as you get closer to your ordination! I'll be praying for you Br. Casey. :))
tim spangler it's another phrase that means the Gospel
His honesty and genuine caring nature is so refreshing.
Father you make thousands of people happy. You are an AD FOR THE FRANCISCAN FRIARS.
RADIATING JOY
Thank you for this video! I recently found this page and have been watching your videos.
This one is special for me though. I am a United Methodist pastor and have been deeply inspired by St Martin de Porres of the past 3 years. Following his lead, I am transitioning out of pulpit ministry this summer to work towards becoming a barber. The reasons given in this video for being a barber in ministry are the reasons I am making that move.
Thank you for the encouraging words and for confirming that I am moving in the right direction!
Angel has a servant's heart.
He exudes warmth.
He's gay af
In Spanish Angel is indeed a masculine name. It is pronounced Anhel or Un-hel. In the Philippines if Angel is pronounced the Spanish way it is masculine. But if it is pronounced in English the American way, it is feminine.
I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!!! For wearing the habit. I grew up in Brazil in a very Catholic family also I always had priests and sisters around me. Personally I always believed in wearing a habit, as you said it, it does bring people in need close to you. I am very devoted to Merciful Jesus, and Our lady of La salete, also Our lady of Grace (meticulous God BlessJosie
Thank you for breathing light air into the beauty of vocations. Jesus wants us to live to serve others not oppressively, but joyously. You do that Brother.
Learned something new,did not realize friars went casual for things.
Lets thank God for this person. And his awesome brows. And kind heart of course.
The haircut was great. The monk in the Dunder Mifflin shirt was worth the watch lol. I love this channel!
Thank you for the explanation of wearing the habit as a symbol of availability. That really made a lot of sense.
You come across as a very nice young man! God's blessing to you!
I am a 65 year old woman. Knowing the old ways almost Catholic 65 years. I grew up in a great church and grammar school in Da Bronx. I love your videos. You are fantastic.
I've seen other videos where professionals go out and give the homeless haircuts, shaves, etc. It's beautiful to see the faces of the recipients when they are cleaned up. Bless Br. Angel, Tito, and you!
I was freaking out seeing people not wearing masks, then I checked the video's age
Happens to me all the time.
Freaking out..because of NO masks..no wonder the ruling evil are doing their thing really well..God help us!
Freaking out??
@@vesnabluestar3314 yeah, God help us! From people like you. EDIT : Ok that seems a little too aggresive but I'm just frustated. God would WANT us to use mask. God would want us to love each other, to do no harm. Even this act of wanting to explain to you, is because I was reminded of that.
To knowingly not using mask despite the effect it can cause others means you dont love others. If you're an asymptomatic covid carrier, you can put anyone you meet at risk. What if they have weak immune system? You can kill them. It's indirect, but still, they're dead BECAUSE of you. And remind me what does the 10 commandment says about murder?
@@Iluvatar196 You spat propaganda as if it was the word of God, you are fearmonger and an evil person, you shalln't listen to people that want you weak and dead, if you cared about other's people health, assuming you are american, you should be spreading awareness of a terrible diet, and not taking enough sun and utilising your body, for that actually helps them not die from illness, not living in fear of getting one, you are just a hypocrite coping fearful of the truth.
My family and I befriended some capuchino monks and now every time I see ANY stranger wearing their habits I really want to hug them.
“Capuchins”
@@gloriawheatley-holder7080, ☕️🤣
The difference between a good haircut and a bad haircut is two weeks! LOL
I like how chill the sound bed sounds in this video. *snaps fingers*
First video i see from him, but gosh this man is handsome and charming!!
I also had the opportunity to work alongside Brother Angel at the St Francis Inn in Philadelphia. He’s hilarious, and a great person to work with.
Nice to meet you Br. Casey. Jesus our Good Shepherd guide and protect you throughout your clergical work here on earth. By the way -Ilike your hair cut.
Casey: Takes off jacket in barbers
Me: Notices arms
What part of the video was this?
@@thatsyou3321 6:40
6:40
He is a man first !!!!
He works out indeed. I mean amen!!
Your videos always cheer me up no matter what😁 thank you for sharing with the world the joy you have in the Lord because its contagious by the way the friar on the skateboard just gave me an idea on how to practice patience
Angel's mission is so pure and inspiring. God Bless him
I started following you a few weeks ago and I really enjoy watching your videos. I am catholic and Spanish and it is very sad to see how we as a community are mistreated by the government and mass media. Spain has always been a Catholic country, land of the Virgin Mary.🙏🙏🙏
Oh dear..You look handsome.i.was afraid that u might shave your hair you look cool dear.i love your every video.you are always in my prayers. God bless u dear.pls pray for more vocation.
Man, you ARE cool. I just discovered you a few days ago and cant stop watching. Thank you for your ministry!
I was just thinking you looked like Jim from the Office and there it was, Dunder Mifflin! lol!! Love it! And Angel is spot on! What a wonderful way to minister!
Great vídeo! Ive been watching many of your videos, a lot of fun and great info!. God bless you, you'll be in my prayers.
God bless you Br.Casey and may St.Francis of Assisi bless you because you have acted as a true son of Francis.
You are so honest sincere open all else.Oi feel the same. I never looked
back.67 years same conviction we are a happy gang of sisters.THANK GOD
that is very inspiring movie, thank you for spreading the gospel, being a Franciscan and wearing a habit every day, being a disciple of Jesus
Let Our Lady from Poland guide you, father!
amazing how people forget that clergy have lives, family and friends. that they are normal people who serve the Lord, but are individuals with emotions, opinions and aspirations. great job Brother Casey this is refreshing to see! God bless you 😁
This is something that I’ve never known anything about and you make it so cool and inviting that I really feel like I’ve been missing out. You bring something so fresh and unique to evangelism and I can only imagine how effective your ministry must be. And your use of social media is leaps and bounds beyond anything I’ve seen anyone do in the religious world. You kinda are the Casey Neistat of the Church. I have so many questions and I want to keep watching because I’m finding answers.
That is more of a compliment to me that you realize. Thanks! If you have any questions, feel free to ask them here or on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.
Breaking In The Habit I just got your book and will start it tonight. If I still have questions I will definitely post them. I have watched your videos all day after watching until 3am, which I never do... seldom do. I’ve enjoyed them very much. Great that you went to VidCon. That’s awesome.
You are a good guy, and I love what you're doing in the world. I wish more folks followed religious vocations of service. And I'm a Baha'i! Cheers again, brother!
I’m so glad I found your channel I have been working my way through them. You are awesome. Love your personality. I wish my kids could meet someone like you , they would have more open ears and heart.
what a great mission! Thank you for bringing us the Barber Brother, makes me want to go to Chicago and say hi!
Please pray for me Br Casey! I am currently looking for an order of contemplative/monastic nuns to join (I've been discerning for 6-7yrs now)😀😄 please pray that I find the order where God wants me to join and to find it soon!
Keep up the good work and tysm for saying yes to God with the vocation He gave you! May God bless you abundantly!
Will do! Let me know how things go so I know what to pray for!
Breaking In The Habit well so far i've visited 4 active communities (one was the Sisters of Christian Charity in NJ and we did a "nun run" where we visited about 5 other orders within a 30min distance of the Sisters of Christian Charity...one of which was the Discalced (think that's how it's spelled haha)Carmelites) I enjoyed visiting the other active orders but with the Carmelites (who are in a monastery & are contemplative)I was beyond excited spiritually and almost cried out of joy when I actually saw them lol 🙈 I thought about that moment for the rest of the day and suddenly remembered something I asked God about YEARS ago ...how I had this deep desire to be a part of a community that was the same/similar to what St Bernadette or St Therese had when they were nuns...and after thinking more, I came to realize that God may be asking me to join the contemplative/monastic life w/ a full habit ...so the Sister who was in charge of the "nun run" suggested the Sisters of the Visitation in Tyringham,MA (founded by St Francis de Sales and St Jane de Chantal)...I read their entire website and from a purely logical standpoint the order seems like it was literally made for me (well more like I was made for it) (no I'm not just saying this out of excitement lol even my parents think it's a good fit for me and who I am as an individual)(Yes I'm also excited lol but what I mean is I'm not letting my emotions necessarily interfere with this potential decision because I'd be forcing myself to fit like a square peg in a round hole...I'm completely giving up control and letting Mary guide me on this potential decision and my vocation)...(as a sidenote, they wear the exact same habit St Jane wore 408yrs ago when she co-founded the order...which was also a desire of mine...I've always loved order,structure,and the tradition within Catholicism) I'm currently emailing the vocation director and hope to visit soon (I live close to them so that's a bonus haha) obviously with a monastic/contemplative life,lots of prayer is involved but they also make vestments for Priests,rosaries,toys for babies,etc (which is another bonus because i've always loved making things)
So now that you know a bit about where I'm coming from, I guess I'm asking you to pray and ask God to lead me to a different order if this isn't the one but if it is, to somehow let me know soon (parents are giving me until September 30 to join an order )
Absolutely!
Breaking In The Habit Thanks so much!!
katie r maybe this video can help you. GOD BLESS😊🕊
You are a jolly Priest! God Bless....Stay Cool! You are a modern role model of Faith
The transitions for me🙌🏽
Angel seems like a really sweet person ❤️
Very very good content. Thanks for being so honest. Nice hair cut too, well done Br. Angel!!
7:03 *insert applause here
But seriously, I thought you were going to get a tonsure when you said a haircut...
me too!
I really appreciate the idea of serving others in a multitude of ways. How lovely that Brother Angel wants to help others feel cared for and recognized for the dignity of their personhood - no matter their status. When he said he would talk or listen or just give silence depending on the need of the person, that was beautiful. I am a teacher and I view my work as a way to serve my students. I love my kids - my natural family and my classroom families. I think this last year has been so difficult because of the imposed distance between my students and the class. Thank you for these videos.
"We're going to make some pies later"! 😆
Great video series, thank you so much!
6:31 "Friar looks like Halpert with that haircut." 6:35 reveal Dunder Mifflin shirt.
Instead of Breaking In The Habit, he's breaking out of the habit
Hi Brother! I have to say, I really love your videos and frankly, most of them have given me the support I needed when I was (and still am) discerning whether to join the religious life or not. I do have one question though. My hobby and my degree teaches me to own, administer, and expand my business venture. After seeing this video, I 've been meaning to ask: "Can a priest, or a member of the religious congregation, own a business?". I've always been inclined to own a restaurant and create a friendly, socially driven enterprise to help the community. Your answer to this question will be so important to me. As always, continue to bring awareness to Catholicism! We all love your work!
As a member of a religious order, one would need to take a vow of poverty, meaning that they could not own a business. A diocesan priest does not take this vow and so I guess would be able to do this.
Breaking In The Habit thanks brother! :)
I see you had on a Dunder Mifflin shirt. I was baptized (RCIA) and married in the diocese of Scranton!
He could wear his habit and call the shop ‘Friar Cuts’.
I smiled when I saw the Dunder-Mifflin shirt!
What's even better is that I bought that shirt at a thrift store for about 3 bucks!
Awesome idea for ministry! Very creative!! THANKS BE TO GOD 🙏
I feel weird without my Rosary. I try my best to pray it as often as I can and wear it everywhere I go.
Ha, nice! I was almost expecting you to get tonsured when you said it was gonna be a haircut.
Angel did a great job. What a talented man!
It's a great pleasure to see your video. Thank you, from Indonesia
Greetings from Vancouver, Canada.
Angel what a great way to spread the good news God bless you
I knew it had to be Chicago. One look at the prudential building and I knew lol
The haircut looks good, and I'm not just saying that because I haven't had one in eleven months. (Thanks, COVID)
What about those eyebrows?
I haven't had a haircut for almost two years
I wanted him to give him the full St Francis!
Damn! You break a lot of girl’s hearts when you decided to enter the seminary. God bless you Casey! 😇🤣
Haha and boys' hearts, too
Nooooo,he is so cute,i can't believe it!!!😢May God bless him!!
The OFM has had the coolest habit of any community since they switched from gray to brown :)
I wish I could know you personally. I love your videos !
I always thought Obi wan Kenobi looked like padre pio in the first Star Wars !!
Always enjoy your message brother Casey.
A social worker once told me that I needed to attend hairdressing school or some other school now. I wonder if that has anything to do with me having had an aunt still alive at one time who was a hairdresser? Another time a professor at a technical school where I was trying to learn how to network too told me that I needed to consider attending welding school instead. I wonder if that has anything to do with me having had a late father and a late cousin at the time who used to be a welder? Sadly now my much younger than me sister is now dead too. Good thing for the rest of my family too that I didn't take up that offer to become an under water welder once too while I was already at age 45. I wish this man the best. While hoping that he has no pre-existing chronic lung condition while maybe offering people perms too.
Thanks - Ii've just found your channel - really lovely stuff! Thanks so much for making yourself this availabe! You look good both in your habit and in casual clothes, btw :-)
I appreciate your term --Radically available.
Can we all appreciate how the channel name hits so differently when he's not wearing his habit?
You seem so easy to listen to. I hope your messages get to the people that need them most.
Pray for me and mine and I will pray for you and yours. God bless you and your ministry...
God is NOT dead---Indeed, He is working through the creative vocations of 3 young men: Casey, Tito & Angel. Their energy & determination encourage me to be a better man. Suddenly, I'm optimistic for the future.
This guy is amazing! 🤩🤩
I mean Br. Angel
Thank you your videos are very entertaining and refreshing.
Crumbs! This video has just come back on my recommended, and I watched it when it first came out. I’m now studying at a Franciscan university, where Brother Angel cuts students’ hair!
I had to double take when you mentioned Peter Mckinnon, his TH-cam is another one of my favorites 😂 And yes, you're just as cool 😂
Not sure how I came upon your channel (and Upon Friar Review), but I enjoy it ☺️
Brother come down to Birmingham AL. Come do some spots with EWTN
I admire the Franciscans for wearing their habits in public. Unfortunately, wearing clerical garb by priests and other consecrated persons in public is a thing of the past, due to a misinterpretation of the documents of the Second Vatican Council, and the desire to be "modern" and to "fit in." I find it odd, that our muslim friends, both men and women will wear their full regalia to the mosque for Friday services,, but Catholic Nuns and priests are now indistinguishable from the laity. Great witness indeed!
Depends on where you live. I've seen many priests wearing clericals, and many sisters wearing habits.
john riordan you know this how? Did you live then? Do you have photos from then?
No, so you don't know exactly how they dressed.
However we do know that the church decided that the clergy should wear a certain style of clothing to distinguish them from the laity.
Priests and nuns who are laity slumming by dressing like the laity should be repremanded. Once they have taken their vows, they don't get to step back into the laity lifestyle.
As it is written, he who puts his hand to the plow/plough and looks back, is not fit for the kingdom.
Clergy who wear non clergical attire, do so to get up to no good. Because if they can't go to a place dressed in their clergical attire, then they probably shouldn't be there.
@@skylarrva665 That's the work of the devil. Ever heard of the exorcism of Anneliese Michel? The demons say some stuff about clerical garbs and how the religious no longer wear them.
Thanks for the vid. Greatly encouraging..
My friend, godfather, and mentor became a Monk and eventually abbot. He was an anesthesiologist. He would for Boston to Seattle first class, but not in his habit.
ft, Casey i Love your video.
AND THANKS SO MUCH.
PLEASE CONTINUE.
MAY YOU BE BLESST ALL
YOUR LIFE..AMEN
So, when I was a sister with the Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration, we learned how to cut each other's hair. So when Friar Angel was speaking about cutting his formator's hair, trust me. I understand! Hahaha!!! Also got to cut some house superiors hair as well!! Also, under the veil, most nuns shave their hair as it is more sanitary and comfortable....
Did you ever go to a zoo? Do monks, nuns, friars ECT get to see zoos?
How does shaving their hair fit in with Paul's writings?
A Friar named Angel, and now I know you Brothers wear tighty whities under the habit!!!!!!🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂
Questions - do you get hit on alot when out of the habit (or even in it ) - how do you respond ?
Yea, I'd like to know the answer to that question too. LOL
Pretty sure he does 😂
The friars chilling on the street with phones and skateboards.
I was born and grew up in Chicago but live in north west Ohio now ( my only child lives here with his family ) but I love seeing you walk the streets makes me so home sick : ( .
Friar, you look more like a Vulcan than a Jedi with your hair combed forward. Thank you for sharing this.
2:49 Mr Spock,
.....Brother Casey!...how about the St Anthony of Padua look???.....maybe next time..........
Habit is also your things you do in and with GOD BLESS YOU 🙌