Weekly ‘Nod Roundup
Viral ‘Nods
Each week, Nod to the Collar shares the most heartwarming and uplifting viral videos that celebrate our devoted priests.
A Special 'Nod to All Priests
Featured on Catholic-Link: Our article “5 Things You Can Do To Show Your Priest You Appreciate Him” shares simple, heartfelt ways to support and thank your pastor.
Featured ‘Nods of the Week
These ‘Nods come straight from you! Each week, Nod to the Collar showcases submissions from our community—videos, stories, or artwork—that celebrate the dedication of our priests. Have something to share? Create your own ‘Nod and join the collection—and don’t forget to like and share the ones that inspire you!
Monsignor Steven R. Camp
A priest whose words have strengthened faith and whose presence has made a parish feel like home.
After so many years of being part of this parish, I can truly say that your presence has been a gift…
Fr. Grant Colborn
A priest whose story reminds us that grace is patient.
There’s something incredibly encouraging about hearing a priest share that his vocation wasn’t always obvious…
Fr. Jacob Butz
A priest’s “yes” becoming a gift to the next generation.
Your dedication to reaching young people through retreats, outreach, and moments of faith formation has been a beautiful gift to the Church…
Fr. Mark Bernhard
Helping hearts find their way closer to Christ.
Thank you for being the kind of priest who reminds us that faith is meant to be lived every day…
Fr. Nicholas Rapkoch
Honoring a priest whose commitment to serve never changed—only the mission did.
Some men answer one call in life. You answered another when God asked for even more…
Msgr. Joseph Donnelly
Quiet work that leaves a lasting legacy.
Thank you for all the years you have given to serving the Church and the many people whose lives you have touched along the way…
CELEBRATE THE GOOD
Create Your Own ‘Nod
Creating a ‘Nod is easy! First, choose how you’d like to express yourself from one of the options below. Not sure what a ‘Nod should look or sound like? Visit our Latest ‘Nods page to see how others have thanked a priest who has made a positive impact on their lives.
Video & Audio 'Nods
Record an up-to-30 second thank you (video or audio), highlighting a priest who has helped you or a loved-one in a specific way.
Written 'Nods
Submit an up-to-50 word written thank you, highlighting a priest who has helped you or a loved-one in a specific way.
Art 'Nods
Submit a drawing, photo, or original artwork, highlighting a priest who has helped you or a loved one in a specific way.
‘NOD TO THE COLLAR
Our Mission
‘Nod to the Collar is a unique platform dedicated to expressing gratitude for clergy who have positively impacted lives.
Our mission is to express love and appreciation for the thousands of devoted priests who tirelessly serve their parishes. At ‘Nod to the Collar, visitors can share their stories through video, audio, art, or written testimonials—a heartfelt “Nod” to the priests who have touched their lives.
As lay Catholics without an agenda, we aim to create a safe and loving space where practicing and non-practicing Catholics alike can share stories and show appreciation for the incredible priests who tirelessly serve.
SHARING THE GOOD WITH OTHERS
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