Im in high school, and probably the last person anyone would think to be a Priest. I just got confirmed and have been thinking to become a Priest. Im not really smart or a really good kid or anything, Ive got a 3.2-3.3 average and havent been in trouble with the law but have made some bad decisions.
How do I become a Catholic Priest if ive gone through all of the sacraments that I could have at my age, whats the whole process, and how does someone get a job as a Priest after they have finished studying and college?
And how do I come out and tell my parents thats what I want to do? I know that might seem kind of odd, but it feels kind of awkward, Im not sure why.
Thanks a lot
2007-10-07 09:33:58 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I strongly encourage you to go to college and obtain a degree, and possibly an advanced degree. Live as though you are already a Catholic Priest, by being celibate, attending daily mass, reading scripture daily, being prayerful, and volunteering for a charitable organization or ministry. The Lord will open the doors for you and show you the way.
If after four of five years you still feel the calling to the Priesthood, inquire at your diocesan vocations office, or contact the Vocations Director at various Men's Religious Communities (Franciscans, Jesuits, Carmelites, Claretians, et al). Having a college education will improve your chances of acceptance into the Seminary or Men's Religious Community. And even if you decide not to pursue the Priesthood, you will have a college education which will be of obvious benefit to you.
Don't be afraid to tell your parents. If they are good catholics, they should know that they are to support you in all of your decisions, particularly if you show an interest in a vocation.
Trust in God. If He is calling you to the priesthood, it will happen. It is not going to be easy, because Satan will try to discourage you in many ways, just as he tried to discourage Jesus in the desert.
The calling you feel is indeed odd, by the world's standards. The priesthood is a radical response to your christian baptism. I will pray for you that you may come to know and fulfill God's will for your life.
2007-10-08 06:30:48 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your diocese has an office for vocations. There are people there that can answer your questions and help you to discern God's plan for your life. Your parish office should have the contact information.
The office for vocations will probably even have a website. Here is the one for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles: http://www.archdiocese.la/ministry/vocations/index.php
Be open, honest, and respectful (but firm) with your parents.
You do not have to be a genius or perfect to be a priest. Just take a look at Saint Peter, he was not too bright and he got into a lot of trouble.
God does not call the qualified. He qualifies the called.
With love and prayers in Christ.
2007-10-07 15:32:54 · answer #2 · answered by imacatholic2 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Pray everyday for God to direct you on your vocation, whatever that may be.
read alot about the Faith
watch EWTN
talk to your parish priests
Consider going to a good and loyal Catholic College
contact the diocesan vocations director
Go to Mass as often as you can and of course on Sunday
join a Catholic youth group go to Confession often
ask Our Lady to pray with you to Christ
To become a priest you will have to be sponsored by a bishop or religious order
There are many dioceses and religious orders to pick from
You will have to enroll in a seminary when you finish university or during university/college or after novitiate in a religious order.
When one is ordained a deacon and later priest/presbyter the bishop or religious superior will assign him to a parish or ministry.
Are you parents devout catholics? If so, it will be easier to talk
You do not have to talk to them about priesthood now if you are not ready or if you think that they are not ready.
If you are still in secondary school,you have plenty of time to ponder your future.
There are many ministries and apostolates in the Church and priesthood is not the only one.
2007-10-07 09:48:01 · answer #3 · answered by James O 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get right with God first. Humble yourself to God. Pray to God and Lord Jesus' Holy Will for your life. For i know a Catholic priest is a tough job, 8 yrs to fully be ordained as a priest and not only that they are prohibited to marry.
And start studying God's Holy Words (used the Holy Bible versions like KJVR or acceptable versions). Why? Because there are some translation that some words was taken to simplify it but often times it loses its true meaning and integrity as Holy Words from God.
Once you do these surely and truly God and Lord Himself will show you which way He could be useable and useful in the Kingdom of God! AMEN.
2007-10-07 09:48:24 · answer #4 · answered by Ephesians 2:8 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
be sure you look into it, although this is not any longer something to take gently because it takes years of discernment. so a ways as no longer having a girl chum, maximum dioceses and/or orders, in accordance with what you are able to desire to look into, will turn you down or ask you to attend in case you haven't any longer have been given any relationship adventure. this is important to establish the two vocations; the opportunities of married existence or of celibacy. This relational factor is fairly important for transforming into a clergyman as they might desire to have adventure in understanding the thank you to love and easily be relational on an intimate point, as an excellent component of the ministry of the priesthood is being there for others. And, purely with the aid of fact somebody is transforming into a clergyman does no longer mean the sexual charm dissappears and if that individual would not have adventure in dealing with those thoughts it is going to in uncomplicated terms develop into greater troublesome interior of celibacy. so a ways as activities is going, i understand many clergymen who're very athletic. some play entertainment soccer and different run marathons. in case you do ultimately develop right into a clergyman there will be an outlet to your athletic know-how.
2016-10-10 11:55:24 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
that's a big choice.
first, you should read the bible. Think. Can you handle hearing people's sins? do you want to have a family? could you get up every day and do mass? celibacy?
as for being a priest, you have to study theology and religion in college, then go to seminary school. it shouldn't be that hard to get a job.
as for your parents, say "I want to be a priest"
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2007-10-07 09:44:40 · answer #6 · answered by Quailman 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
talk to a priest. i was in the same predicament as you. i didn't get anything but teasing and such from my family (mother included) anyway, i didn't pursue the religious life, and have regretted it. so go for it & don't let what your family thinks stop you - just keep talking with the priest & trying to get into a seminary. then you will still have years to discern your vocation.
Peace+
2007-10-07 10:46:27 · answer #7 · answered by Daniel F 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm seriously thinking about becoming a nun. Get involved with your church first. (if you're not already) The more you know the more you know. There are websites out there for people like you and me. Google Catholic vocations.
I wouldn't bother your parents until you are sure you know this is what you wanna do.
2007-10-07 11:39:25 · answer #8 · answered by Ten Commandments 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ask a priest.
2007-10-07 09:38:15 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
first read the bible, complete it will take you one year reading 4 chapters daily and after that you will be more ready
2007-10-07 09:39:51 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋