VOCATIONS
DIOCESE OF TYLER
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What is Discernment?
The prayerful process of understanding God's will for us, so that we can take the right path to serve Him in our lives, is called "discernment."
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Our Department of Vocations can help you to properly discern your path.
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Contact Father Joshua Neu, our Director of Vocations, and he will help you to begin the process of discernment.
YOU MAY BE CALLED.
As the Diocese of Tyler celebrates the ordination of two new priests, it is good to reflect on the generosity of spirit that all Catholics are called to. I encourage all young men and women to take seriously the season of discernment in their lives. When considering what life they will live, all young people should seriously consider a vocation to serve Jesus Christ. In this time, I especially encourage young men to investigate the priesthood.
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Priesthood in the Catholic Church is a life of service and generosity that requires men of strength and character. It is not an easy life, but it is an immensely rewarding one. I encourage the young men of the Diocese of Tyler to contact our Office of Vocations, and speak to the Director. The Church can and will help you to properly discern God’s call.
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Your willingness to try, to spend time in discernment, is a great gift that you can give. You may be called. Don’t overlook your chance to find out.
-Bishop Joseph Strickland