Priesthood
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German ‘Synodal Way’ extended to 2023 as assembly ends abruptly after votes on sexual morality, priesthood
The process was originally expected to end in October 2021. Read more
How 9/11 led a first responder to the priesthood
Father Tom Colucci says he actually sees a lot of similarities between the priesthood and the fire service. Read more
Concerns raised about using surveillance technology to track clergy
The prospect of private parties using national security-style surveillance technology to track the movements and activities of Catholic bishops, priests,... Read more
New priest blesses his sister, a nun: 'It's been a real privilege and a joy'
It is customary for a newly-ordained priest to impart a first blessing. For Father Matthew Breslin, who was ordained May... Read more
Widowed deacon in Argentina ordained a priest
Luis Avagliano served as a permanent deacon for 27 years, but after the death of his wife almost seven years... Read more
Pope Francis to priests: Weakness is a chance for encounter with God
“Strip yourself of your preconceived ideas, your dreams of greatness, your self-affirmation, to put God and people at the center... Read more
Priest with cancer dies 23 days after his hospital room ordination
“His altar was the [hospital] bed, where he was able to unite his sufferings to those of Christ." Read more
The harrowing story of an LA priest who survived a shooting in Nigeria
Father Aloysius Ezoenyeka didn’t know how long he had been unconscious. A gentle slapping on his face stirred him, and... Read more
Virtual discernment program helps Boston men explore priesthood
This past week, the Archdiocese of Boston released its new vocation discernment initiative, Scivias, designed to bring vocational guidance to... Read more
Vatican summit on 'theology of the priesthood' will look at questions raised in recent synods
Cardinal Marc Ouellet announced Monday that the Vatican will host a theological symposium on the priesthood that will touch on... Read more
Widowed deacon ordained a priest in Argentina
Luis Avagliano was married to his wife, Flora, for 38 years, but after her death almost seven years ago, he... Read more
Cardinal laments lack of priestly vocations in Florentine archdiocese
The Archbishop of Florence has said no new students have entered his diocesan seminary this year, calling the low number... Read more
Spirituality Year: How a break from academics helps prepare men for priesthood
When Fr. Josh Mayer entered St. John Vianney’s Seminary in Denver, his first year looked a little more monk-like than... Read more
Patience and the priesthood: A vocation 50 years in the making
On average, diocesan priests take about six years to complete seminary formation. For Dominican priests, it is seven. Jesuits study... Read more
Ahead of beatification, priests reflect on McGivney's priesthood, and the miracle he prayed for
A prayer vigil for priests on the eve of the beatification of Ven. Michael McGivney took place Friday, October 30,... Read more
Diocese in Mexico ordains 34 new priests
On World Mission Sunday, October 18, the archbishop of Guadalajara ordained 34 new priests (33 diocesan and 1 religious) and... Read more
Los Angeles priest mourned after sudden passing: ‘He died doing what he loved’
After being brought into this world against the odds, losing his father at 8 years old, and surviving a battle... Read more
Young Catholic who greeted Benedict XVI in Britain becomes a priest
Ten years ago, Paschal Uche greeted Pope Benedict XVI on behalf of young people in his country. Today, he is... Read more
Stuck in Italy: Washington priest trusts in God as he waits to begin U.S. ministry
New priest César Izquierdo knows God is calling him to serve the Catholic population of central Washington. And with his... Read more
After Hurricane Laura, priests' support group responds to a 'brother' in need
Support groups for priests provide ongoing camaraderie and spiritual nourishment, and now that list of benefits can be expanded to... Read more
