Fr. Louis is a native of Elmira, New York. He is a 1992 graduate of Christendom College in Front Royal, Virginia where he did his undergraduate work. In 1993 Fr. Louis became a member of the Congregation of the Fathers of Mercy by professing the vows of chastity, poverty and obedience. After completing seminary training at Holy Apostles Seminary in Cromwell, Connecticut, he was ordained to the priesthood in 1997.

Presently, Father Louis serves as the Novice Master for the Fathers of Mercy.