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Discernment Overview

Find out about priesthood and the religious life. Below you will find a wealth of information and answers to help you in your discernment process.

Priesthood 

Priesthood

What is a priest? What does it mean to be a priest? What kinds of priests are there? more  

Consecrated 

Consecrated Life

Find out about Vancouver's Religious Communities of Men and Women as well as about the vocation to Single Life. more  

Testimonies 

Testimonies

Read the stories of many bishops, priests, deacons, and sisters as they tell, in their own words, their vocation stories. more  

Biblical Calling 

Biblical Calling

Find dozens of scripture verses that attest to the special call of God to a life of holiness, dedication, and service. more  

Holy Father Pope Benedict XVI 

World Day of Prayer for Vocations

Beginning with the words of Pope John Paul II and continuing with Pope Benedict XVI, read what the Popes have to say about vocations. more 

Spiritual Reading 

Spiritual Reading

Spiritual Masterpieces abound! Check out our list of books and texts that so many have found helpful in their discernment. more  

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you want to know about vocations ... and aren't afraid to ask! more 

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