Fishers of Men

The priesthood is Christ's call for us to live closer to him by serving his people. In this calling, many are asked to sacrifice their lives to draw closer in a relationship with and through Christ. In essence, the priesthood is a unique way of life through which God invites a man to enter more deeply in relationship with him. Overtime, many have answered the call given to them by God. Their call brings them fulfillment. 

We are all searching for meaning in our lives. What has God called me to do? What will bring me happiness and help me grow in relationship with the One above? We cry out for understanding in the world around us - from our purpose, meaning and love found in our lives. We forget that God has never left our side. He hears our cries for justice, goodness, and for truth. He loved us so much he has became man in flesh and dwelt among us. He sent his son, Jesus Christ, to teach us how we may draw closer to himself. From Christ arose the priesthood. Through the priest, Christ is present in every aspect of the daily Church. Through the priest, Christ leads men and women to God. The world needs priests, because ultimately the world needs Christ.

But to be chosen to live in Christ requires sacrifice. Celibacy, poverty - being a priest is hardwork and needs determination. But somehow, the number of men wanting to become priests have steadily risen over the years. They are ordinary men who want to grow in their relationship with God. However, many attack God's institution. They say the Church is filled with pedophiles and homosexuals, but they forget to look at the world in which we live in; our society is broken. All around us lie similar dysfunctional people. Why? We have forgotten who we are; we are fallen, broken people, and unless we take courage and strength in our Lord we will not find our way back into the fold of God. We all feed on this brokenness. The good news is that we are seeing young men called by Christ to show us how the love of God can make us joyful and happy. May God continue to raise up fine priests who will continue to show us how to love.