The Calling >> The Signs
A vocation to the priesthood is countercultural. First of all, it is a response to the love of God in one’s life. Further, is a life of self-sacrifice that is aimed to restore and recover a love of God in the world. The signs in a man that indicate a possible vocation to the priesthood include the following:
If you are experiencing these things, there is a possibility that Christ is calling you to the priesthood. The Vocation Director will be happy to answer any questions about the priesthood and to help you discern.
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The Signs
A vocation to the priesthood is countercultural. First of all, it is a response to the love of God in one’s life. Further, is a life of self-sacrifice that is aimed to restore and recover a love of God in the world. The signs in a man that indicate a possible vocation to the priesthood include the following:
- Love of God – You strive to know and love God more everyday.
- Love of neighbor – You desire to bring God’s love and grace to the world for the salvation of souls.
- Attracted to the priesthood – You have an interior attraction to the priesthood. There is a certain sense of joy and peace when you contemplates yourself living as a priest.
- A willingness to serve the Lord as His priest – The willingness to be a priest is already an excellent sign that the Lord wants you to be a priest.
- A generous heart and a willingness to sacrifice.
- Human Requirements – You are physically, intellectually, and psychologically capable of living the priestly life.
If you are experiencing these things, there is a possibility that Christ is calling you to the priesthood. The Vocation Director will be happy to answer any questions about the priesthood and to help you discern.
Next: The Steps
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