The Church tells us that "by virtue of our Baptism, all Christians are part of a common priesthood of believers.  We are all called to participate in Christ's mission.  Through the Sacrament of Holy Orders, bishops and priests are given a special role in carrying out this mission.    They exercise a ministerial priesthood.  Deacons also receive a special grace through ordination and are called to assist the ministry of bishops and priests. (Catechism of the Catholic Church [CCC] nos., 1547, 1554).

For a direct link to the Diocese of Pittsburgh Vocation Office, please click below:
https://www.diopitt.org/vocations


This winter, the Vocations Office is again hosting the High School Silent Retreat for men. This retreat will give them the opportunity to let the Lord speak to their hearts and to learn more about discerning their vocation. It will be held at Martina Spiritual Renewal Center and includes Mass, Adoration, conferences, opportunity for Confession, and solid brotherhood.