How Do You Become A Catholic Priest?
Catholics believe that God has given everyone a vocation. Some are called to be married, some to be religious brothers or sisters, some to be priests, and some to remain single. Here we will explore the process of discerning one’s call to the priesthood and being formed in it. Please note that only men can be ordained Catholic priests. • Be sure that you are Catholic or thinking about becoming Catholic. For more information on becoming Catholic, see the related wikiHow Become Catholic below. • Pray about your vocation. Take any feelings or advice that have led you to consider the priesthood and give them to God, then wait patiently and openly for a response. Realize that everyone has a vocation and if a person is truly open to theirs, God will reveal it to him or her. • Talk to your parish priest, your diocese’s vocations director, or the vocation of a religious order if you are familiar with them. You can get in touch with the vocations director through your parish or by looking in yo
Priesthood is a vocation, not a job. It takes intense preparation and soul-searching to make the decision to become a priest. A man must feel he is called to this vocation and be prepared to lead a celibate, exemplary life. A priest’s life is one of service; it calls for extreme dedication, patience, holiness and obedience to the Pope and the dogma of the Catholic Church. Prepare for the priesthood by getting a bachelor’s degree, preferably in a field that will enhance your studies in the seminary. Such degrees include philosophy, religious studies and psychology. Classes in Church history, public speaking and history are very helpful to a priest’s understanding of the Church and of human nature. Enter seminary after graduating from college. If you possess a college degree, the seminary training usually takes four years. If you have no degree, eight years is the standard. Abstain from romantic relationships. It is necessary for you to be sure your vocation is to the priesthood and not
