St. Dominic Catholic Church

Pastor's Corner

July 15, 2018

Who is the new Associate Pastor?

Well, my name is Thomas Saucier, O.P.  I am 54 so that makes me the youngest in the Dominican Community at Eagle Rock.  I was born in Mississippi but raised in Illinois, which is my adopted home.  As a child I attended the Southern Baptist Church and became a Roman Catholic in high school.  I will gladly share with any of you what led me to become a Catholic.  I love to sing and always sang in choirs both Protestant and Catholic.

I joined the Dominicans because I always wanted to be a preacher.  I was ordained in 1996 and had several interesting assignments.  I have ministered in Sugar Land, TX; Chicago, IL; Columbia, MO; Madison, WI; Tucson, AZ; and now Los Angeles.  As a Dominican I have been in regular parishes, taught high school, and served in Newman Centers.  One of the reasons I love being a Dominican is the variety of ministry it has allowed me to share my gifts.

Personally, I like to read, especially history and biographies, go to movies, the theater, and the opera.  I like to ride my bicycle and can’t wait to tackle Pacific Coast Highway.  I love to travel and have been fortunate to visit many places on my bucket list.  I love art and architecture so I am looking forward to exploring the various museums around Los Angeles.

I am excited to serve here at St. Dominic’s with Frs. Michael and Francis, and live with the friars in the priory