Vocations
Vocations: General Resources
Filed under Catholic Literature, Vocations on October 28, 2011
We all have a vocation – a special plan for our life that God has called us to fulfill. In this section, find books and other resources which can help with your vocational discernment, whether it be to priesthood or religious life or to marriage. And once you have discerned your God-given vocation, read our specific vocations posts to find books and resources of how to thrive in your vocation and... Read More
Marriage as a Vocation
Filed under Catholic Literature, Vocations on October 27, 2011
The books in this section examine the many meanings of love and present a vision of Catholic marriage. In addition to practical tools for Christian dating and courtship, these resources also discuss what it means to be married in the Lord. Book Recommendations The ABC’s of Choosing a Good Husband: How to Find and Marry a Great Guy by Steve Wood This unique new book gives practical and insightful... Read More
Priestly Life
Filed under Catholic Literature, Vocations on October 26, 2011
The books in this section offer tools for those discerning a call to the priesthood, as well as support and advice for those already serving the Kingdom. Recommended Books on Discernment To Save a Thousand Souls : A Guide for Discerning a Vocation to Diocesan Priesthood by Fr. Brett Brannen In what has been hailed as “a groundbreaking work” Fr. Brett Brannen compiles all the wisdom of a master... Read More
Religious Life
Filed under Catholic Literature, Vocations on October 25, 2011
According to the tradition of the Catholic Church, religious vocation is not something uncommon, strange or extraordinary, nor does it require an introspective search for some special voice or attraction within oneself, but is simply a firm readiness to serve God in the religious life. Book Recommendations Religious Vocation: An Unnecessary Mystery by Fr. R. Butler There are many persons who think... Read More