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Inner Life of a Catholic

The Profession of Faith 

Apart from participating in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, spending quiet time in front of the Blessed Sacrament is a most beneficial prayer, especially for those discerning their true vocation in life, or those praying for vocations.

Prayer For Vocations

Lord, Jesus Christ, You are the Saviour of the world. Please manifest in Your church, the Spirit whom You also abundantly bestowed on Your apostles. Call many to the priesthood and religious life. May zeal for Your glory and for the salvation of the world inflame those You have chosen. May they be saints in Your likeness. May Your Holy Spirit strengthen them. May they be priests and religious according to Your own Heart. Amen

Vocation Prayer

Dear Father,

Shine your light upon me so that I may see my true vocation. Give me the grace to hear your word and be an example to others of your love for us.

I pray for all in Priesthood, Consecrated life, Marriage and Single life, and for all who are listening to your call, that they may answer you in their vocation.

Thankyou for sending your son Jesus - Lord of the Harvest - help me to follow His example. May I freely, courageously and lovingly respond. Amen.

"There is one thing I ask of the Lord; for this I long,
To dwell in the house of the Lord,
all the days of my life..."
Psalm 23

Family Vocation Prayer

Loving God, each member of our family is a special gift from you. You have given each of us gifts and talents so that we may enjoy life but also so we can share with others. Generous and loving people are needed for service and leadership in our Church.

Help us to know how to encourage and support each other so that we can respond generously to this need. We know that you will be with us, invite us to become the kind of people you desire us to be. Help us to trust in you and in each other. Amen.

Vocation Prayer for Discernment

God, I know you love me and have great plans for me. But sometimes I am overwhelmed by the thought of my future. Show me how to walk forward one day at a time.

May I take heart while I search openly, learn about all the choices, listen to others for advice, and pay attention to my own feelings. By doing these things, may I hear your call to a lifestyle and a career that will let me love as only I can, and let me serve others with the special gifts that you have given me. Amen.

Prayer for Priests and Missionaries

My dear Jesus, by Your most loving Heart, I implore You to inflame with zeal for your love and glory, all the priests of the world, all missionaries and those whose office it is to preach Your word. Inflamed with this zeal, may they snatch souls from the devil and lead them into the shelter of Your heart where they may glorify You forever. Amen.