Effective January 1, 2021, Solemnity of Mary Mother of God, Presiding Bishop Anthony Hash, OSB, appointed Father Kenneth Nelan, OSFC as Director of Vocations for the UACC. Father Kenn will work with Vocations Candidates from their first contact, through ordination, and beyond.

Father Nelan's appointment makes him a voting member of the Leadership Council of the Church.

Father Kenn stated, "Discernment is a Sacred Journey in itself. It is an honor to help others find their way to serving the People of God." His vision for vocations is to help candidates and others find their footing on their path to service.