Where Christ calls ordinary men to extraordinary missions
Priesthood



Procedures
The House of Formation requires new seminarians at Serra House to be healthy, spiritual, and balanced men capable of meeting the demands of seminary formation. To be admitted, they must fulfill specific requirements.
SIGNS OF A VOCATION TO PRIESTHOOD
A vocation self-test by Sr. Kathy Bryant:
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Does the idea of becoming a priest, sister or even brother keep coming back time and again even though you thought you had moved on in your life and forgotten about it?
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Do you hide vocation literature under your bed or tuck it away in a closet?
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Do you long for more?
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Do you feel called to give more, to be more?
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Does your relationship with God sustain you, enliven you, invigorate you in such a way that you want to share the Good News with others?
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Do you find your weekly ministry more life-giving and energizing than your career?
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Do you have a sneaking suspicion that you are on the brink of a major life decision?
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Are you afraid to tell family and friends that you are thinking about a church vocation?
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Does the idea of becoming a priest or religious excite you and at the same time frighten you because you feel unworthy?
If you answered "yes" to two or more of these,

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The Alan's
Seminarians are required to have a life of:
Spirituality
Have a healthy relationship with God, get along with people, and show a concern for their welfare.
Celibacy
Have the ability and desire to live a celibate life with Joy.
Leadership
Exhibit leadership qualities that can be developed according to age and stage of life.
Knowledge
Be able to handle the studies required—General Education, Philosophy, and Theology.