Could You Ever Become a Catholic Priest?

by Christopher J. Duquin and Lorene Hanley Duquin

Paperback: 184 pages Publisher: Alba House (August 1998) Language: English ISBN-10: 0818908165 ISBN-13: 978-0818908163 Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.6 x 0.4 inches Shipping Weight: 7.4 ounces This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0818908165
• ISBN13: 9780818908163
• Release Date: January 1998
• Publisher: Saint Pauls/Alba House
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.6" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Simple Questions about Priestly Vocation Answered.

A young man who struggles with the idea of priesthood would find himself alone, confronted by a host of important questions, which he may be afraid to ask others. This small book provides some basic answers to such questions. Christopher Duquin himself has been to the seminary personally discerning his vocation and grappling with these and similar questions. The basic aspects of a call to priesthood are dealt here in a simple and understandable language, in 172 pages. The beautiful cover design and the straightforward title question are assets of this book. In seeking answers to the questions the authors refer to the basic books and documents like 'The Program for Priestly Formation'. The book is also abounding in quotes from bishops, priests, seminarians and laity who are serious about their vocation. The basic facts dealing with both religious and diocesan priesthood are clearly stated without any prejudices and preferences. This is the kind of book a young man should read even before he enters the seminary in order to discern his vocation.

This really helps you answer those very tough questions!

I was very happy to finally find a book that could help me (and anyone else) discern the priesthood. The authors simply lay out the facts, supported by seminarians, priests, and laity, but never push you one way or the other. I found that this book helps you process the many questions swirling in your mind about discernment and come to your own conclusions. I would recommend this book to any one who is considering religious vocation because it gives a wonderful chronology of what to expect of yourself and others throughout the entire process (from first interest to retirement). This is a must read!!