The Archdiocese of Baltimore has practical suggestions of things parents can do to create a climate for vocations. Some directly talk about vocations. Others simply try to help youth learn Christian values. We reproduce it here. - Teach your children to listen to God. Practice listening as an individual and as a family.
- Pray as a family, basic Catholic Prayers. Have children memorize special Scripture Quotations.
- Pray with and for members of the family, parish and neighborhood.
- Take part in parish activities as a family.
- Let your children experience volunteering their time, energy and gifts.
- Speak of your marriage as a vocation.
- Openly talk about people and events that model commitment and service.
- Know your feelings about one of your children choosing to live their life as a priest, brother or sister.
- Plan an adult evening with 4-5 couples and a priest, brother, sister to have your questions answered.
Provide your children with information and opportunities to know more about the priesthood and religious life. Use the Vocation Office of the Archdiocese of Baltimore as a resource.
Beatitudes for Nurturing Church Vocations in the Family Blessed are the children of parents who: - Witness love for their spouse, their children, their neighbor, and the world.
- Talk freely about the presence of God in the joys and sorrows of their lives.
- Remind their children that they are loved by God and have been given gifts to serve others
- Lead their family in prayer.
- Speak positively about priests, sisters, brothers, and deacons.
- Participate in the lay ministries and activities of their parish and community.
- Invite a deacon, brother, sister or priest to their home.
- Encourage their children to consider priesthood and religious life, as well as marriage.
National Religious Vocation Conference |
To find our more about vocations:
Rev. Gerard C. Francik
The Catholic Center
320 Cathedral Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410-547-5426
Email: vocations@archbalt.org
