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HOLY ORDERS

"Holy Orders is the sacrament through which the mission entrusted to Christ to his apostles continues to be exercised in the Church until the end of time: thus it is the sacrament of apostolic ministry." (Catechism of the Catholic Church, #1536)

The Sacrament of Holy Orders involves the ordination of men as deacons, bishops or priests. Read Fr. Mathew's journey to the priesthood, tales from his life as a priest, or download Deacon Jim Ward's account of his prison ministry. You can also contact Fr. Tom or Deacon Jim to learn more about the discernment process.

Vocation Information
God may be calling you to consider Ordained Religious Life, such as:

• Diocesan Priesthood
• Consecrated Priests or Brothers
• Consecrated Women or Sisters
• Permanent Deacons
• Sacred Heart Major Seminary

Or perhaps God is calling you to serve the Church as a part of the Lay Parish Ministry, such:

• Director of Religious Education
• Youth Minister
• Adult Education or Faith Formation
• Pastoral Associate
• Campus Minister
• Liturgy Coordinator
• Music Director
• Hospital Chaplain

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