Diocese of Allentown Office of Vocations

Testimonials: Seminarians

“Prayer is nothing else but union with God … It is a happiness beyond understanding.”  - St. John Marie Vianney

The following video messages are from Seminarians of the Diocese of Allentown.  These are men, like you, who have sensed Christ calling them within their hearts.  They have stepped forward in faith to follow Christ. They desire to offer their lives as a sacrifice for others. The sacrifices that the Priesthood requires are real but the amazing love of Jesus brings happiness beyond understanding. Through prayer these men strive to seek His will and answer His call.  So as you prayerfully listen to their experience, allow your heart to desire this incredible union with Jesus.  Do not be afraid.

Seek His Will. Answer His Call.

Rick James

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“The most intimate moment with Jesus.”

“It is ultimately His Will that matters.”

“Something about the Blessed Mother …”

Kevin Lonergan

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“Follow the Lord’s Call … Don’t be nervous.”

“My greatest surprise was …”

“I didn’t know how they would react.”

“Would I be smart enough to be a Priest?”

Mark Searles

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“My parish Priests were a great influence.”

“To be blown away by the Presence there …”

“I might be called to be a Priest …”

Jason Stokes

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“An accountant sitting with a CEO”

“They even threw me a little going away party …”

“My parents were very supportive.”

“It was a culture shock …”

“It never hurts to look into it …”