Father Paul Zilonka is a native of Baltimore, Md, born Oct. 18, 1943 the only child of the late Paul and Agnes Zilonka. Ordained May 28, 1971 he spent many of his years involved in biblical-pastoral ministry that included seminary teaching, leading Bible study in parishes and many biblical retreats for laity, religious and clergy both in the U.S. and abroad. Currently he serves as the director of Passionist students attending the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago.  He also is the editor of the Passionist’s quarterly publication Compassion.