Today,  Sunday 26th April we pray for vocations to priesthood and religious life.

Our diocese six students studying for priesthood, please keep them in your prayers as they discern their calling.

Pope Leo XIV speaks to newly ordained priests….

“What I have to say is simple, but I consider it

important for your future and for the future of the souls

entrusted to your care. Love God and your brothers and sisters and give yourselves to them generously. Be fervent in your celebration of the sacraments, in prayer, especially in adoration before the Eucharist, and in your ministry. Keep close to your flock, give freely of your time and energy to everyone, without reserve and without partiality, as the pierced side of the crucified Jesus and the example of the saints teach us to do.

Remember that the Church, in the two thousand years of her history, has had – and today continues to have – wonderful examples of priestly holiness. From the earliest communities on, the Church has raised up priests who have been martyrs, tireless apostles, missionaries, and champions of charity.

Cherish this treasure: learn their stories, study their lives and work, imitate their virtues, be inspired by their zeal, and invoke their intercession often and insistently!”

Vocations Director: Fr Tony Gonoude Phone: 044 9373923

Email: vocations@dioceseofmeath.ie  

The Offertory Collection this weekend will support the care and education of students for priesthood in our diocese.