Vocations

The call to the priesthood... what does it sounds like?
Everyone has a call from God.
Everyone is called to be a gift.

"Before the foundation of the world, the Father chose us to be holy in Christ, according to the purpose he has for all things. Ephesians 1:4-11

You too have a call in life, a special reason for being born into the universe that only your unique person can fulfill. There is a Divine Plan for your life, a sacred destiny that only you can fulfill.

Prayer is essential to your search for God's call to you. Only if you are speaking with God, can God speak with you.

"Speak, Lord, your servant is listening."  1 Samuel 3:9

Vocation Prayer
My Lord God, I have no idea of where I am going. I do not see the road ahead of me. I hope that I will never do anything apart from your desire for me. I know that if I do this you will lead me by the right road. Therefore I will trust you always. I will not fear for you are with me. Lord, give me courage and love and lasting dedication to your will. --Thomas Merton

For more information on vocations, please contact Rev. Shane Baxter, Office of Vocations director in the Diocese of Beaumont, at 409-924-4361 or sbaxter@dioceseofbmt.org.