Why be a Priest
Priests are able to impart God’s grace in meaningful and vulnerable moments of the human experience.
Our 'Why be a Priest' campaign aims to share some of these moments that impacted priests from across the Archdiocese of Brisbane.
Actively discern where God is calling you
Hear the full stories of some of the Priests of the Archdiocese of Brisbane, sharing about powerful moments they have had in their ministry, often in a moment of celebrating a sacrament to someone in need.
Archbishop Mark Coleridge
Archbishop Mark shares some special moments across his nearly 50 years of priesthood, how things have turned out better than he could have planned for himself because he is where God wants him to be.
Fr David Pascoe
Fr David shares a story of administering the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, that while there is sadness, there is also joy and gratitude in those moments.
Fr Josh Whitehead
Fr Josh shares about the unexpected gift of celebrating funerals and the joy of providing an avenue for hope at difficult times in peoples lives.
Fr Lucius Edomobi
Fr Lucius shares about a powerful moment during the Sacrament of Reconciliation that was transformative for a parishioner.
Fr Minje Kim
Fr Minje, ordained a priest in 2023, shares his experience of celebrating a baptism and about the responsibility priests have to accompany others on their journeys.
Fr Francis Belcina
Fr Francis shares a story of journeying alongside people in a challenging time that reminds him of the privilege of being a priest.
Fr John Fowles
Fr John shares about his adventurous journeys as a priest, how the Eucharist brings people together, and the unexpected places that following Jesus can take you.
Canali Program
The Canali Program is the official discernment program run by the Vocations office of the Archdiocese of Brisbane to help men discern the call to priesthood.
Take Action
If you feel God calling you, it’s important that you don’t just go back to always doing what you’ve always done. Maybe you have been inspired to explore who God is for you and what you can do to make a difference in the world. We would love to talk further with you and help you explore whatever God might be calling you to. At Vocation Brisbane, our staff members are skilled in accompanying young people to discover their vocation. We also run regular activities for both men and women and can help you to connect with others who are searching just like you.
Respond by taking one small step.
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