Discernment
When seeking to discern our own vocation, there are certain questions we ought to ask. Do I know myself? Do I know what brings joy or sorrow to my heart? What are my strengths and weaknesses? How can I serve people better and prove most helpful to our world and to the Church? What is my real place in this world?
Christus Vivit 285
Come & See Mornings
Spend a morning with like-minded young Catholic men. Meet our priests and hear their vocation stories. Grow your faith through input and reflection. The morning usually starts with Mass, followed by breakfast and a time of input, fellowship and discussion.
To find out more, email the Vocations Coordinator.
Vocation Sunday 2026
The Interior Discovery of God’s Gift
Only when our surroundings are illumined by living faith, sustained by constant prayer and enriched by fraternal accompaniment can God’s call blossom and mature, becoming a path of happiness and salvation for individuals and for the world….
Pope Leo, 2026
Read the full document here.
Resources
Vocations Booklet for Schools and Parishes
Local priests and seminarians share their vocation stories in this illustrated booklet available for use in schools and parishes. For more information contact l.hensel@cadw.nz
Towards Priesthood
A reflection on the priestly formation, issued by the New Zealand Catholic Bishops Conference, 1998.
Contacts
Vocations Director
Fr Andrew Kim
Vocations Coordinator
Lucienne Hensel
l.hensel@cadw.nz
