Fr. Eric was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis in 2004. A native of Indianapolis, he attended St. Jude Grade School and Cathedral High School. He holds a bachelor's degree in religion and philosophy from La Salle University in Philadelphia and a Master of Arts (Catholic Thought and Life) and Master of Divinity Degree from Saint Meinrad School of Theology. Fr. Eric has served in parish and high school ministry in Richmond and New Albany, Indiana, and as Director of Vocations for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis. In addition to being Pastor at Nativity, Fr. Eric also currently serves as Archdiocesan Director of Seminarians. Fr. Eric is passionate about helping form disciples, especially among the young Church, through liturgy, formation, and community.