Prerequisites for a Man who Wishes to Apply for Formation

During this period of The Apostle's Fast (May 27 to June 28), we remember the importance of fasting, prayers, and almsgiving after the festive paschal season and as we look to increased relaxation and refreshment during the summer months. We are also encouraged to reflect on the teachings and work of Apostles Saint Peter and Saint Paul, who were instrumental in spreading the gospel to different parts of the world.

A vocation to ordained service in the Church is a gift from God. In addition to the God-inspired signs of a ministerial vocation, evidence of above-average Christian discipleship must be found in a candidate for Holy Orders. The following are prerequisites for a man who wishes to apply for formation:

• Commitment and fidelity to the Church

• Normal piety

• Parochial Involvement

  • Parochial Involvement prior to Priestly Formation

  • Parochial Involvement prior to Diaconal Formation

• Support of pastor

• Canonical membership

• Commitment to chaste, moral living

• Good health

• Mature and Formable

• Good mind

• Ability to learn

• Stability

  • Stability in celibate life

  • Stability in marriage and family life

• Temperance

• Willingness to work hard

• Willingness to be obedient

If you perceive a call to ordained ministry in the Byzantine Catholic Church or if you simply have further questions regarding the ordained life, prerequisites, formation, or finances, feel free to contact the Eparchial Vocations Director: Rev. John R.P. Russell at [email protected].