Vocations
The vocation of the laity consists in seeking the Kingdom of God by engaging in temporal affairs and directing them according to God's will.
- CCC 898
Discernment is listening to God and making decisions based on what you hear from him. Jesus says through out all four Gospels, "Be not afraid; come follow me!" In order to follow him, we need to listen to his voice. Prayer is the key to all of this discernment. Praying with scripture, the rosary, spending time in adoration, attending Mass, and frequent reconciliation are just a few ideas on how to pray and discern your vocational call.
What are the three primary vocations?
- Marriage - The mission of marriage is for a husband and wife to help each other reach heaven, and help their children to do the same.
- Priesthood - The mission of a priest is to preach the Gospel and bring us the sacraments.
- Religious Life - The mission of religious life is giving your whole life to God by making special vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience.
No matter what vocation God is calling you to, you are not alone. Contact the office to schedule a time to speak with Fr. Xavier or Fr. Juan to help you in your discernment process.
For more information on diocesan resources through the Office of Vocations, click here.