"I am your servant; give me understanding, that I may know your testimonies!" - Psalm 119:125

In the Ordained Priesthood, which includes bishops, priests and deacons, a man is configured to Christ as head and shepherd, of the Church. There is a great need in the Church today to increase the numbers responding to the call to priesthood. Each of us has a role to play in this effort, building awareness and inviting the young people in our families and communities to be open to this call. It begins with teaching children to pray, to have a relationship with Christ. When we do that, we can have confidence they will respond to His call.

The Archdiocese of Boston invites you to visit the Office of Vocation or the Vocation to the Priesthood office for more information.

The decision to join the religious life as a nun, or sister, requires prayer, research and discerning if God is calling you to this extraordinary vocation. Nuns make up an incredibly respectable and admirable group of women, taking vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience.

For those considering this calling, St. Clement Eucharistic Shrine in Boston, MA offers a Discernment Group for Women called Fiat throughout specific times during the year. You can gain more information about Fiat from Sr. Marian Batho, CSJ or 617-746-5637, by visiting their Facebook page.