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Sisters Chaminade Kelley, Jocelyn Serwatka, Anna Phiri, and JoAn SchullianVocations:  What are you doing the rest of your life?

"This is what Yahweh asks of you, only this: to act justly, to
love tenderly and to walk humbly with your God."
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-- Micah 6:8

We believe that all Christians, by virtue of their Baptism, are called by God to minister in the Church. Discovering which form that will take, religious or lay, can only be realized through exploration and discernment. Here are a few questions to assist you in your search for the truth for you for your life-choice.

Have you

    started to question where God is calling you?
    ever considered religious life?
    felt a growing desire to share the Good News with others?
    begun to search for new ways to use your talents and abilities to the fullest?

Do you

    long for more?
    have a desire to deepen your spirituality?
    yearn for support in your prayer life?
    want to be a part of a faith community?
    eesire to serve the poor and needy?

Consider saying the prayer St. Francis said at the time of his conversion as you reflect on your vocation call:

    Most High Glorious God, enlighten the darkness of my heart.
    Give me a right faith, a certain hope and a perfect charity.
    Grant me insight and wisdom so I can always carry out your holy and true command.


Vocation FlyerDiscerning Your Call
Have you started to question where God is calling you? Do you desire to serve the poor and needy? Feel free to download and print our flyer below for more information.
Adobe PDF File  Informational Flyer

In need of further direction for your life?
Visit CatholicsOnCall.org. This organization assists young adults to reflect on God’s call in their lives. Catholics on CallThey reach out to people who may be considering the possibility of a life of service in the Church as a lay minister, religious sister or brother, or priest. Catholics On Call can help learn more about the opportunities of service in the Church and about listening to God’s call in your life. Catholics On Call also provides programs and information for those who minister to and with young adults. Vocation directors, campus ministers, and other pastoral ministers can visit this site for updated program information and inspiration relating to your ministry.


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