God is Calling

Discover the Joy of Your Vocation

Answer God's Call

God may be inviting you to a life of deeper purpose and service. Whether it’s the Priesthood, Consecrated Life for Men, or Consecrated Life for Women, each path offers a unique way to live out your faith and respond to His call. Explore these vocations and see where God may be leading you.

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Priesthood

God may be calling you to serve His Church as a diocesan priest. Explore how this life of service can fulfill your calling to shepherd God’s people.

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Consecrated Life for Women

Called to live in deep communion with Christ, women in consecrated life serve the Church and the world through prayer, community, and acts of love, becoming a living witness to God’s grace.

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Consecrated Life for Men

As a religious brother, or priest, or lay consecrated man, you dedicate your life to prayer, community, and service, striving to bring the light of Christ to the world.

Attend an Event

Our events offers an opportunity to reflect, learn, and connect with others who are discerning their vocation. Don’t miss this chance to grow in faith and discover where God is leading you.

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Andrew Dinners

June 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Andrew Dinner is an evening of prayer, group sharing, and dinner with Diocesan parish priests. For young men ages 14 – 18.

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Marian Dinners

September 16, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Marian Dinner is an evening of prayer, group sharing, and dinner with the Vocation Associate Director, Joelma Regis and other religious sisters from the Archdiocese for High School Girls ages 14 – 18. Parents may attend.

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Silent Retreat Series

October 12, 2025 @ 9:00 am - February 22, 2026 @ 6:00 pm CDT

It can be hard to imagine a path that could fulfill all of the desires God has placed on your heart AND lead you to sanctity. But this is exactly his will for your life! You were not made to be miserable. Your heart is designed for fulfillment in carrying out a mission only you […]

Ready to take the next step?

We're here to help you on your discernment journey.

Struggling with Discernment?

We've been there. And we came out on the other side.

We understand: you want your life to matter. You want to do something good, even great.

We’ve felt that too, and we’ve experienced the confusion, doubt and fear. But with God’s grace we discerned and discovered our vocations. Now, our job is to help you.

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Tour the Seminary

Ever wondered what life is like at a seminary? Take a guided tour of St. Mary’s Seminary and experience the place where future priests are formed.

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Meet Our Seminarians

Get to know the men who are answering God’s call to the priesthood. Learn about their journeys, their hopes, and the challenges they face as they prepare to serve the Church.

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Promote Vocations

You can play a vital role in inspiring the next generation of priests and religious. Together, we can foster a vibrant future for the Church.