Vocations
A vocation is a call from God, a ceaseless invitation to charity and holiness as expressed in a certain way of life. Marriage, the priesthood or diaconate, and religious life, though different lifestyles, are all prompts to holiness and virtuous habits. The process of discerning each vocation can be a lifelong process but often begins to unfold in a person’s young adult life. For this reason, youth and young adults are encouraged to prayerfully ponder what sort of life God may be calling them to lead.
Our Discipleship ministries offer programs such as Life Teen and Small Groups for people looking to strengthen their connection with Christ as they discern their place in God’s wondrous plan. For those who have already dedicated themselves to a vocation, either through marriage or a consecration to single life or who are still in discernment, our Small Group communities are a wonderful opportunity to grow in your faith alongside fellow adults.
If you have any questions about vocations at St. Charles, please contact Fr. Ariel Orozco. Additional resources on vocations may be found through the Archdiocese of Milwaukee’s Vocation webpage. If you are considering the diocesan priesthood, an excellent resource is the Archdiocese of Milwaukee’s thinkpriest.org.