www.vocation.com - I want to find out more about whether I have a vocatio

	Josh asks: In case you are just wondering, or are not too sure, I think that I have a vocation to the priesthood, that's why I am writing to you. Ever since grade 8 it's sort of been on the back of my mind, and for the last couple of years I have been REALLY thinking about it, but I just don't know what to right now. I have told a few people, but not my parents, or my pastor (which are the people that really should know I guess). I just want to find out a few more things before I do. Two things are on my mind. I think that I would like to join an order instead of being a diocesan priest, and I am pretty sure that if I do have a vocation, then I want to be a pastor for a parish. Thank you for your time, response and your prayers.
	Dear Josh, As regards what to do right now, a lot depends on your age. No matter what your age it is generally good to get your parents' input. If you are still a minor it is not only good but necessary. If your pastor knows you well you could also speak with him. No matter what, take a look at the orders that interest you, see what happens in your soul when you meet and live with them, and go from there. Trust the Holy Spirit. When he puts these questions in our mind, you usually find that he also puts certain answers in our path if we are willing to go out and meet him.


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