Keenan Bross, C.S.C.

Biography

Keenan Bross, C.S.C., discerned the call to pursue religious life during high school in Flint Hill, Missouri. After joining Old College Undergraduate Seminary in 2016, Keenan earned his bachelor’s degree in physics and philosophy and his master’s of divinity degree from the University of Notre Dame. He looks forward to taking his final vows in August 2026 and to his ordination in May 2027. During his time in formation with the Congregation of Holy Cross, Keenan worked in parish, education, and outreach ministries both at home and abroad in Chile, Mexico, Bangladesh, and Tanzania. He hopes to serve as a bridge between Holy Cross priests and brothers around the world, especially through the ministry of education. Prior to becoming a Rector, Keenan served as the Assistant Rector of O'Neill Family Hall, where he enjoyed playing basketball and board games with residents, building community through fellowship and prayer, and accompanying young people while discovering who God has called them to be.