Jeffrey N. Steenson

Jeffrey Neil Steenson (April 1, 1952–) is an American prelate of the Catholic Church who served as the first Ordinary of the Personal Ordinariate of the Chair of Saint Peter.

Quotes

• I often think of others who hunger and thirst for something more, for whom the Catholic Church is a very intimidating but compelling presence. They must overcome misunderstandings about what the Catholic Church teaches, and fears about what it might mean to live in the Catholic Church. Patient pastoral work can resolve much of this.
  • Seeking the pearl of great price (October 22, 2009)

• Sometimes people think that it’s a very simple matter to become a Catholic, that it’s like changing your uniform, that’s not the way it is. It requires a profound transformation at so many levels.
  • Leader of Anglican ordinariate recalls joy of first year (November 27, 2012)