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  • Home
  • About Us
    • About Us / Staff
    • Our Seminarians
    • Men & Women of the Archdiocese Entering Religious Life
    • Bethany House
    • Seminarian Poster
    • Rite of Candidacy
    • Gallery
    • Religious Life For Women
    • Religious Life For Men
    • Hermits & Consecrated Virginity
    • Secular Institutes
  • Am I Called?
    • Vocation Videos
    • Is God Calling Me? >
      • What is a vocation?
      • Steps for discernment
      • How will I know I am called?
      • Take the discernment "test"
      • Am I ready for the seminary?
    • Who Is the Priest?
    • Why Celibacy?
    • Becoming A Priest >
      • What is life like as a seminarian?
      • What does a seminarian study?
      • What is a seminarian?
    • FAQ about Priesthood
    • Next steps
    • Resources >
      • Prayers for Vocations
    • For Parents >
      • Common concerns
      • Do's and Don'ts
      • Parent to Parent
      • Parents Promoting Vocations
      • FAQ for Parents
    • SERRA
  • Contact
  • Events
    • ALL EVENTS
    • Andrew Dinner
    • Vianney Visit
    • COR JESU
    • Miriam Dinner
    • Totus Tuus
    • National Vocations Awareness Week
    • Borromeo Weekend
    • Archbishop's Discernment Retreat
    • Discernment Day with Bishop Williams
    • Women's Discernment Retreat
    • Holy Hour for Vocations

Vocations Events
Please scroll down to see
Vocation Events for Men, Women and Young Adults


​Events for Men

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Andrew Dinner
with Archbishop Hebda
February 7, 2023
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For Catholic Men, age 16 and above, who are discerning the priesthood.

Click here for more information and to register! 


 VIANNEY VISIT
February 16 - 18, 2023 

For Catholic Men, ages 16 - 24, without a college degree.
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Click Here for more information 
​and to register!


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​ARCHBISHOP'S RETREAT
FOR MEN 
WITHOUT A COLLEGE DEGREE


SAVE THE DATES!
​November 3 - 5, 2023

​Christ the King Retreat Center
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Archbishop's discernment Retreat
​Flyer Forthcoming
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DISCERNMENT DAY
FOR MEN WITH A COLLEGE DEGREE
SAVE THE DATE!
October 28, 2023

The Saint Paul Seminary Propaedeutic House

Discernment Day Flyer 
​Forthcoming

For information on men's religious communities visit:
religiousbrotherhood.com

​For information on

The Institute for Religious Life
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​Click Here:   ReligiousLife.com


Interested in learning more about becoming a Permanent Deacon? 

Deacon Discernment Day
Next Date: April 22, 2023


If you are considering a vocation as a Permanent Deacon, your first step is to attend a Deacon Discernment Day. Discerners and their wives (if applicable) will learn about the Vocation of the Permanent Deacon, the Institute for Diaconate Formation, and get answers to the following questions
What is a deacon?
Who can become a deacon?
How are Holy Orders integrated with marriage and family?
How does one discern and respond to the Lord's call to Holy Orders?
What prerequisites are needed?
What is the application, discernment and formation process?

Mass, prayer, reflections, lunch, and time for questions and answers are included.

No cost to attend, but  Registration is Required

To enquire for more information, email deaconvocation@archspm.org


  • This day is intended for single or married men, and their wives if applicable, between the ages of 25 and 59. He must be a U.S. citizen or a resident alien with a green card and a permanent resident in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.​

Jesuits

Dominicans


Why We Serve? 
Christ invites each of us along a path in life of service to God and neighbor. But discovering that path – and boldly following where it leads – is not always easy. Fortunately, Jesuits have nearly 500 years of taking up Christ’s challenge to serve a world in need for the glory of God and the help of souls. The legacy of St. Ignatius of Loyola guides us in this mission.


Jesuit Novitiate of St. Alberto Hurtado - St. Paul, MN
Contact: Reverent William P. O'Brien, Director of Novices
wobrien@jesuits.org
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In the Gospel of John, when Jesus meets his first disciples he asks them “what are you looking for?” They wanted to know where he was staying, so Jesus replied “Come and See.” He then invited them to stay with him for a brief time, but it was enough for them to know that they were going to give up everything and follow him. 

That’s why a Come and See Weekend is a must for anyone seriously discerning their vocation. Dominican Come and Sees are a sixty-four hour immersion experience into the very rhythm of religious life. Much like the first disciples, a Come and See often provides that “gut” experience which offers the visceral clarity that is the goal of discernment and the only true test of whether or not your home is here.

You will meet friars from twenty-three to well into their eighties, as well as a range of participants who, like you, ask the same questions. Between the shared experiences of the religious and those at your place in discernment, you cannot put a price on what you gain—a wealth of insight. Be one of the forty to fifty men who will take advantage of the opportunity this year. You have a choice: you can either spend time in your head wondering what religious life is all about, or you can come and find out. Don’t miss out—it’s only the rest of your life we’re talking about.

​​***To register for the Spring Come & See (February 10 - 12, 2023) please contact Fr. Samuel Hakeem, O.P., at vocations@opcentral.org


Events For Women

Women's Discernment Retreat 
Save the Dates - September 22 - 24
Click Here for More Info!​

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Fiat Ministries Discernment Retreat
Fiat Ministries Discernment Retreat is named after Mary's joyful response to God's will.  Fiat refers to the moment Mary responded to God by proclaiming, "Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord, may it be done to me according to your word."  (Luke 1:38) 

Fiat Ministries seeks to foster prayer, self knowledge, and authentic discernment in young Catholic women through a true relationship with Jesus Christ.  Fiat Ministries Discernment Retreat, at its heart, is Christocentric, Eucharistic, Sacramental, Marian, and Prayerful.

Fiat Ministries Discernment Retreat is for women ages 18 - 28, who are seeking God's will for their life.  It is led by a team of lay people from Wichita, KS.  Consecrated sisters from various communities assist at the retreat by giving talks, leading small groups, giving their testimonies, and providing a joyful witness of what it means to be a consecrated religious sister.  

Religious Sisters of Mercy
​of Alma, Michigan

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Come and See Retreat
February 17-19, 2023 in Alma, Michigan
For women between the ages of 18-35
Please contact Sr. Teresa Mary, RSM at vocation@rsmofalma.org or (989) 493-6366 for more information or to register.
Registrations are due by January 28, 2023.
https://www.rsmofalma.org/come-and-see-information
 

Carmelite Sisters
​of the Most Sacred Heart of Los Angeles

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Pro Ecclesia Sancta

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Discernment is a very special time to draw close to the Lord and offer yourself to Him freely and without conditions. There may be fears of what He might ask of you, but this is an invitation to renew your trust in the One Who never goes back on His promises. "He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself, for who is Truth itself" (cf. 2 Timothy 2:13).

In the end, those called to religious life are called by the Lord. It is the path to holiness God has called us to. “He called to Himself those whom He desired; and they came to Him.” (cf. Mk 3:13)

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Come for a visit with the sisters!  Plan a short visit to the convent to get a taste of our day to day life.  Pray with us.  Serve with us.  
We would love to have you join us!

Click Here to let the Sisters know of your interest!


Dominican Sisters of Saint Cecilia
Nashville, Tennessee

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2022 - 2023 Retreats at St. Cecilia Motherhouse are open to single Catholic women ages 17 - 30.  
​Interested?  Email Sister Mara Grace, O. P. at vocation@op-tn.org 
"The most beautiful and stirring adventure that can happen to you is the personal meeting with Jesus, who is the only one who gives real meaning to our lives." 
- Pope St. John Paul II

Sisters of the Order of Saint Benedict

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Come and Be Retreat for single women.
Join us at Saint Benedict’s Monastery for a weekend of self-discovery and vocation discernment with other women. Learn and discover some of our Benedictine /Christian Values. Listen to some personal reflections from sisters. Learn about our Benedictine prayer and life style as you join us for our common prayer, Eucharist and meals.  We have scheduled two weekends March 25-27, 2023 and March 10-12, 2023. The link provided will connect you to the registration form.
https://sbm.osb.org/come-and-be-discernment-retreats/. If you have questions please contact S. Lisa Rose at lrose@csbsju.edu.

For information on cloistered women's religious communities visit:  
cloisteredlife.com

Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal
​(CFR Sisters)

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Come and See Retreat
February 1-3, 2023 at St. Anthony Convent in Ireland
For women between the ages of 18-35
Please contact Sr. Agnes, CFR
041-983-0441 (within Ireland)
00353-41-983-0441 (outside Ireland)
www.franciscansisterscfr.com/st-anthony

Handmaids of the Heart of Jesus

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A Come and See retreat is designed to give women an experience of our life from the inside.  In addition to entering into our rhythm of prayer and the joys of community life, retreatants receive conferences on religious life and guidance in their discernment.  Above all, it is a time to be with Jesus as He reveals His love and the desires of His Heart.  

Good candidates for a Come and See retreat are single Catholic women, ages 20 - 30, who are in good health and have been living a life faithful to prayer and the sacraments for at least one year.  

Vocation Inquiries - Email:  handmaidvocation@gmail.com or  507.766.4570

Sisters of St. Joseph
of the Congregation of St. Joseph

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This 6-week Lenten retreat has the aim of guiding participants to deeper unity with God and all neighbors. How? After an opening session, participants will commit to daily prayer and a weekly ½ hour Zoom meeting with a designated spiritual companion (either a Sister or Associate of the Congregation of St. Joseph). These commitments are the only cost. Prayer is on one’s own schedule and aids are provided: Scripture, music, art, and gems of CSJ tradition. Together
at retreat’s end, we will close in joyful anticipation of the Resurrection Feast!  
 Opening Session - Sunday February 26, 2023  7:30 p.m. CST
Closing Session - Holy Saturday, April 8, 2023 10 a.m. CST
Click Here to register online by February 21

School Sisters of Notre Dame

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Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne
​(Congregation of Saint Rose of Lima)

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Zoom Vocation Chat
Saturday, February 11, 2023 via Zoom
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. EST
For women between the ages of 18-40
Please contact Sr. Diana Marie, O.P. at (845) 745-1319 or
vocationdirector@hawthorne-dominicans.org for additional information or to register.
https://hawthorne-dominicans.org/vocations.html

Daughters of St. Paul

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Discernment 101
Saturday, February 25, 2023 via Zoom
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. EST
For young women between the ages of 16-33
To learn more or register please visit
https://connect.pauline.org/discernment-101/#about

Carmelite Sisters
​of the Divine Heart of Jesus

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Servants of Mary Ministers to the Sick

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Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration

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Join us in running the way of love! 
The Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration invite single women, ages 18 - 40, who are considering religious life to our Monastic Experience Dec. 17-22, 2022, in Clyde, Missouri. It’s a chance to experience the daily rhythm of our life where you can join us in singing the divine office, attend daily Mass, spend time in personal prayer, and open your heart to God's call by learning about discernment and prayer.
There is no cost to attend and more details can be found at www.benedictinesisters.org.
To register, contact Sister Maria Victoria at (660) 944-2221 ex. 127 or
​e-mail vocation@benedictinesisters.org.


Sisters in Jesus the Lord
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​Is God asking YOU to be a priest or sister for Russia?
Many missionaries are needed!
Please join us in praying for vocations to serve the
Roman Catholic Church in the Russian Far East.
 
Vocation Discernment Retreat
February 17-19, 2023
Sisters in Jesus the Lord – Serving in Russia
Website www.cjd.cc and
www.facebook.com/sistersinjesusthelord33
 
Sisters in Jesus the Lord
Cathedral Convent of St. Joseph
512 N. 11th Street
St. Joseph, MO 64501-1825


​Events for Young Adults
*Please be aware of date changes of events within the coming weeks. Refer to each event website for information*

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Cathedral Young Adults
Upcoming Events!
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​The Cathedral of Saint Paul Young Adults (CYA) is geared for young adults, ages 18-39, single or married, who seek to know, love and serve our Lord Jesus Christ and His Church.
We work to minister to all young adults in our area, Catholic or non-Catholic, but always with our purpose in mind to promote fides (faith), communio (community), and missio (mission).
CYA is a very active group, with multiple events, activities, and spiritual offerings going on each month.
For more information, visit our website:
http://www.cathedralsaintpaul.org/cya
For upcoming events see our online calendar: http://www.cathedralsaintpaul.org/cya-calendar
We are also on twitter at CYA_SPM
If you would like to be added to our e-mail list or have any questions, please contact us at cya@cathedralsaintpaul.org

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MSP Catholic
Click Here for Link to MSP Catholic Website

​MSP Catholic started with the realization that there are so many amazing Catholic things happening in the Twin Cities...but they aren't always that easy to find. 

This is where it all comes together so that it's easier to get involved, find out what's going on outside of your network, and invite others to join you. 

Our hope is to centralize and amplify the great things our groups, parishes, and individuals are doing.

Do we have everything on our site? No, but we're making connections and adding new things all the time. YOU can be a huge asset in that. If there's something that our audience needs to know about, please drop us a note so we can get more people involved in the great work of our Catholic community. 

MSP Catholic is an initiative run by CEND - the Center for Evangelization and Discipleship - whose mission is to help all Young Adults find a home in a Catholic parish. This website is only half of the story of what we do. Click below to find out more. 
Click Here for Link to MSP Catholic Website


Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis
Office of Vocations
2260 Summit Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105
(651)962-6890
stpaulpriest@10000vocations.org