New LA priests: Sergio Hidalgo

Age: 46
Hometown: Puerto Barrios, Guatemala
Home parish: Divine Saviour, Los Ángeles
Parish assignment: Santa Rosa de Lima, San Fernando

It’s not unusual for those about to be ordained to be asked if they have any advice for those considering the priesthood. When Sergio Hidalgo gets that question his answer is fairly simple and straightforward: Don’t be afraid. “Pray about it, ponder about it, be involved, know your faith,” he said. “Look in your heart and pay attention to all the signs. But don’t be afraid.”