VMMA Resources

VOCATION AWARENESS MATERIALS

USA Council of Serra International
Vocation awareness materials for National Vocation Awareness Week, World Day for Consecrated Life, and World Day of Prayer for Vocations

HOW TO DISCERN

• Article by Mark Mastin, SCJ

Vocation Bibliography

• A great listing of books to guide you in learning about religious life

The Diaconate

• The Diaconate Section of the Lifelong Faith Formation Website of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee

Discerning a Religious Vocation Novice Debbie Breese shares her journey into discovering the Sisters of the Divine Savior
Father Scott Jones shares his advice on discernment in this article

 Definitions of Different Religious Lifestyles

If you are thinking of becoming a sister, brother or priest in a religious community, where do you start? The information in this Catholic Herald "My Faith" section article, written in collaboration by the Vocation Ministers of the Milwaukee Archdiocese, can help you determine the vowed lifestyle that best suits you.

• We All Gotta Shine Article
  

John Paul II Center

Lifelong Faith and Ministry Formation of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee

Prayers for Vocations

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops website has approximately 30 prayers for vocations posted on thier website - you can view these prayers at this link.


Bulletin Inserts

Bulletin inserts are a great way to remind parishioners of the need to foster vocations. The Serra Club ofthe United States has produced a plethora of bulletin inserts that you are free to use. You can download the bulletin document here.  


Vocation Intercessions for Mass

100 General Vocation Intercessions

Promotional Ideas for Your Parish

100 Vocation Promotional Ideas