How is God calling you to serve him?
By virtue of our Baptism, all Christians are part of a common priesthood of believers. We are all called to participate in Christ’s mission. Through the Sacrament of Holy Orders, bishops and priests are given a special role in carrying out this mission. Deacons also receive a special grace through Ordination and are called to assist the ministry of bishops and priests (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1547, 1554).
Those who receive the sacrament of Holy Orders are consecrated in Christ’s name “to feed the Church by the word and grace of God.” The ordained ministers exercise their service for the Church by teaching, divine worship, and pastoral governance. They serve as representatives of Christ to the Church, proclaimers of the Word, pastoral ministers, presiders of the Eucharist, builders of community, missionaries, advocates for the poor, and servants.
There are many resources to assist you as you discern a vocation to Religious Life, the Diaconate or the Priesthood.
Visit the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis Office of Vocations for helpful resources to help you with your journey.