Bishop Henning on the Call

"As I meet with the priests and religious of the Diocese of Providence, I like to ask individuals to share the story of their call to the priesthood or the religious life. The responses are as varied as the individuals who serve with such generosity here in Providence. Despite that variety, there is one common element that seems to figure into every experience - one that is also a part of my own vocation experience. That common element is what I might call 'the tug.' Even when we might be making other plans or pursuing other dreams, there is this ineffable sense of something more. For some, the sense that God is drawing them to religious life or the priesthood involves dramatic experiences. For most of us it is that constant awareness - that sense that we will not be complete unless and until we respond."

In a recent commentary, Bishop Richard G. Henning, bishop of the Diocese of Providence (RI), reflected on the the importance of helping those hear the Lord's call.

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The State of Hope: The Call (2 NOV 23)