Live for the People of God

"Today's Priests Live Full Lives,
But Their Main Role is to Lead the Church

Q. "Why does the Church need priests?

A. "The Eucharist is the source and summit of the life of the Church. Without the Eucharist, there is no Church. In a sacramental way, Christ is present to the Church in the person of the priest. All of the sacraments offer a personal encounter with Christ, and the priest is the one who offers the sacraments.

Q. "How do I know if God is calling me to the priesthood?

A. "Today, many people look to the future and ask: 'What do I want to do with my life?' The proper question is: 'God, what do you want me to do with my life for you?' To know if you are being called, you must have a prayerful relationship with God, since God is the one who calls us to a specific vocation. Often, when someone senses that God is calling them to the priesthood, there is a negative reaction. This is normal, but do not think that it means you are not meant to be priest. Very often, it is a positive indicator!

Q. "What qualities are looked for in a priest?

A. "A desire to serve others - love for the Church - deep faith - man of prayer - leadership ability - one who relates well with people - and one who is a builder of the community."

from the Vocations page of the Diocese of Orlando