If you're wondering if you're being called to serve God and His people as a priest, talk to your parish priest, a priest friend, and/or a teacher. You may also contact Father Gerard Francik, Director of Vocations by email or by phone at 410-547-5354. And we invite you to participate in informal evenings of discussion and dialogue with others who are in the early stages of discernment by attending and Evening of Discernment.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Diocesan Priesthood - Are you called to become a Diocesan Priest? * Who may become a priest? * What is the program of preparation for priesthood? * Where do you study to become a priest? * What kind of parish experience do you receive during formation?

Other Information:

Calendar - List of upcoming events sponsored by the Vocations Office.

Consider the Possibility - A message from Pope John Paul II.

Pope's Messages on the World Day of Prayer for Vocation - index of messages from the Vatican.

Pope John Paul II on his vocation - quotations from the Holy Father regarding his choice of vocation.

Test to help with discernment - take the "Vocations Anonymous Test" to see if you are called to the priesthood or religious life.

Three Stages of Entering into Ministry - Read about the three stages of entering into ministry, calling, confirmation and commitment.

Serra Club - information about Serra International.

Scriptures - scriptures that might help with discernment.

Prayers for Vocations - collection of prayers for vocations.

Photo Galleries - view photos from past Archdiocesan sponsored events for seminarians.

The Hope That Lies Before Us - The report containing recommendations for the recruitment of candidates for the priesthood.