So I Have Made My Decision

[Nunsense]

[quote name='Giolla' post='1773824' date='Feb 6 2009, 09:23 AM']Now that I have made that decision I am now deciding on whether to be a diocesan or Jesuit. My diocese is in need of Priests. Any Thoughts or tips?[/quote]

Have you thought of becoming a religious priest? There are so many wonderful communities of brothers and priests, just to name a few -- Carmelites, Benedictines, Franciscans (and a whole range of these from Capuchins to FFR etc), Dominicans, Salesians.... and on and on. One of the beauties of belonging to a religious community is having the support of one's brothers. Religious priests are also often involved in spiritual direction, which Diocesan priests don't usually have time for because of their parish work.

This is just an idea, because I know the Church very much needs parish priests, but I have seen more and more religious priests helping out by celebrating Mass in the parish churches. We have Norbertine fathers here and they can be found in many of the local parish churches, helping out where there is need. They also offer Evening Prayer at one of the local churches, which is really nice for the laity to share in this.

Whatever you decide, God bless you for answering His call.

Edited February 18, 2009 by nunsense

[heart]

[quote name='Giolla' post='1768932' date='Feb 1 2009, 08:32 PM']I'm in community college and I have been trying to decide on whether or not to be a priest. I have decided that it is what I am being called to do. Please keep me in your thoughts and or prayers.

Thanks,
Joseph (AkA Giolla)[/quote]


prayers and intentions will be for you!
be zealous in your calling

[elizabeth09]

I also recommend a good seminary.





We always need more priest out their.






Keep praying

[MissyP89]

Thank you for considering the priesthood. God bless & good luck, no matter what you decide.

[Hilde]

Awesome.

[johnnydigit]

[quote name='Giolla' post='1768993' date='Feb 1 2009, 07:20 PM']Thanks everyone. Yeah really not easy considering no more than 6 years ago I was an atheist.[/quote]

me too pretty much. now i want to be a Franciscan.

God bless your discernment. it's an exciting journey into yourself, into God. have fun!