The Vocation Brisbane Canali program is in full swing for 2024. While participating in the program, candidates fulfil their commitments to the four pillars of ministry in a local parish, formation, mentorship and prayer.
Six men from the program attended the Annual Chrism Mass at St. Stephen’s Cathedral on the 21st of March and have reflected on the evening and their experience of the Canali Program so far.
"To discern the priesthood is to deeply reflect on the question God asks, which is 'Will you?'. Too see all of the priests gathered and renewing their vows gave inspiration, as here is a brotherhood of men who were able to thoroughly answer that question."
“The Canali program has deepened my faith and taught me to entrust my life to God, discerning where He is leading me. It also offers various spiritual events, such as the Chrism Mass, where I'm inspired by how people gather as one community to witness the renewal of commitment to ministry and the blessing of sacred oils given through Holy Orders.”
“Attending Chrism mass with fellow Canali applicants and meeting past members, who are current seminarians helped tremendously with any questions and unknown areas I had in mind. The significance of the Chrism mass and the gathering of Priests around the diocese greatly helped me gain clarity and a deeper understanding of my discernment.”