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GUIDE TO DISCERNMENT
How to start
Discernment isn't a predictable process like a college course or a video game. It is rooted in a real relationship with God, without a set timeline.
When we mature in that relationship, God prepares us for our specific vocation.
While there's no schedule, certain elements help develop our relationship with the Lord, aiding in fruitful discernment.
Go Deeper
With discernment in general: GoPriest.com, Discernment podcasts, Video: Father Mike Schmitz - The #1 Mistake People Make When Discerning Their Vocation
With the Sacraments: CCC 1212-1419, Here's Why You Should Go to Mass, CCC 1420-1532
With prayer: CCC 2558ff, pray a rosary to help discern your vocation, or pray the USCCB's prayer to discern a vocation.
With Eucharistic Adoration: How to Pray a Holy Hour
With lectio divina: Lectio Divina, A Guide: What it is & How It helps Prayer Life
With getting involved: Contact your parish for their specific opportunities with their ministries and charities
With reading: Discernment 180, To Save A Thousand Souls, authors C.S. Lewis and Michael Kelly (they have some excellent essays and books about Christianity)
With spiritual direction: Video: Spiritual Direction in a Nutshell with Fr. Boniface Hicks, About Spiritual Direction
With your vocation director: Reach out and say hi to Vocation Director Father Patrick Seo at newarkpriest@rcan.org or (973)313-6190.
