Saturday, May 14, 2011

World Day of Prayer for Vocations - Practical Advice



Come, Follow Me...


Following Christ has always been challenging.


Pope Benedict, in his message for the World Day of Prayer for Vocations, offers the following advice:


"It is no less challenging to follow Christ today. It means learning to keep our gaze fixed on Jesus, growing close to him, listening to his word and encountering him in the sacraments; it means learning to conform our will to his."



What does this mean in practical terms for the one who is discerning a vocation to religious life? Well, it means making an effort to attend Mass as often as possible, ideally daily.
It means setting aside time to read, meditate and pray with Scripture .
It means time in silent prayer trying to discern the will of the Father.
All of this is not easy.



That’s why it’s important to have someone to accompany you on the journey. That’s why I’m happy to meet any man who is interested in religious life. The first meeting is over coffee and is very informal.


Just contact me at vocation@presentationbrothers.org

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