archDiocese of New York Vocation Office
Consider the Priesthood
Could God be calling you to be a priest?
Discernment is a process of drawing closer to Jesus, learning about the priesthood, and praying intensely about the Lord’s will for your life.
What Do Priests Do?
Priests do far more than celebrate Mass and pray all day. The life of a priest is busy, demanding, challenging—and incredibly rewarding.
Most priests live happy, fulfilling lives. They love the people they serve, and in turn, are loved by their parishioners.
Learn to Discern
God made you for a unique purpose. Even before you were born, he knew your vocation, your mission in life.
And if you are a faithful Catholic man, God may be calling you for a higher purpose—to become a Catholic priest.
The MELCHIZEDEK PROJECT
Discernment Groups
Discern the priesthood together in a small group
Connect with us
Vocation Events
Holy Hour for Vocations at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel
627 E 187th Street Bronx, NY 10458
Holy Hour for Vocations at Holy Name of Jesus
207 West 96th Street New York, NY 10025
Take the Discernment Self-Test
Grade yourself on 20 short questions. See if you might have a priestly vocation!
Our Men in Formation
Fostering & Promoting Vocations
Vocation Resources
For Parishes
Resources to pray for and promote vocations to the priesthood and religious life.
For Schools
Resources to teach students about Catholic vocations and how to discern God’s call.
For Parents
Ways that Catholic families can help their children remain open to their vocations.