Bishop Tobin on Promoting and Encouraging Priestly Vocations

“This weekend will see the celebration of a joyful event in the Diocese of Providence, the ordination of two of our brothers, Scott Carpentier and Thomas Woodhouse, to the Priesthood of Jesus Christ.

“We congratulate our new priests and their families and friends. Their ordination is the culmination of several years of hard work and sincere prayer, and a generous outpouring of God’s grace. And we will continue to pray for our new priests, that they will always be joyful and faithful servants of the Lord Jesus Christ and His Church.

“While we are truly grateful to God for raising-up two new shepherds for the flock, we recognize at the same time that we need many, many more vocations to the priesthood if the work of the Church is to continue and prosper in the years to come. . . .

“Who’s responsible for finding and supporting more vocations to the priesthood? Well, the answer is simple: you are!”

In a recent commentary, Bishop Thomas J. Tobin, of the Diocese of Providence (RI), reflected on the role of each member of the Church in promoting and encouraging priestly vocations.

To access Bishop Tobin’s essay, please visit:

Without A Doubt: We Are All Vocation Directors (30 MAY 13)

Background information:

John Paul II: Pastores Dabo Vobis - Post-Synodal Apostolic Exhortation (March 25, 1992)