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Testimony of Fr. Fredrick Schlueter

 In this powerful Magnificat Podcast episode, we share the journey of Fr. Fredrick Schlueter on his journey discerning the priesthood. He describes himself as a ‘link in a chain.’

He shares a prayer by John Henry Neumann, “I am a link in a chain, a bond of connections between persons.”

God has worked outwardly in his family, through generations of faithful people who have gone before him in faithfulness to God. This has given Fr. Fredrick the blessings and the fruits of the spirit in his life.

Fr. Fredrick ‘Fritz’ shares the stories of his paternal and maternal grandparents and his own parents, how they passed on their deep faith and devotions, by attending Mass and praying the Rosary as a family. That daily example of the grandparents and parents placing God first in their lives deeply affected Fr. Fredrick and his seven siblings.

A Catholic summer camp experience profoundly influenced Fr. Fredrick prompting him to begin the steps toward entering the Seminary. Fr. Fredrick was ordained in June of 2023 and is a priest in the Youngstown Diocese.

This testimony was given to the Stark County, OH Chapter in September of 2024.

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Podcast Show Notes: Interview with Father Fredrick Schlueter

Guest:
Father Fredrick Schlueter, priest of the Diocese of Youngstown, ordained June 2023. Parochial vicar at St. Francis Assisi Parish (Canton, OH) and Holy Family Parish (Brewster & Navarre, OH).

Episode Highlights

• Introduction & Background
  • Father Fredrick shares his gratitude for joining the community and reflects on the theme of being a “link in a chain,” inspired by St. John Henry Newman’s prayer.
• Family Stories & Faith Traditions
  • Berry picking mishaps and the spiritual impact of daily Mass in childhood.
  • The tradition of praying the rosary as a family, including humorous stories about language and leadership.
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