Diocese of Joliet

The following resources are available for men who are discerning priesthood for the Joliet Diocese. If you would like to receive a free copy of any of the following materials, please select the appropriate e-mail link and provide your name, address, phone, and e-mail address.

	*Religious Life & You - The Best of Vision Magazine* If you think God may be nudging you to consider a church vocation, this book is for you. Here you'll encounter men and women living lives of quiet heroism. Meet the California girl who found herself singing African hymns... the priest who cuts million-dollar deals to house the homeless...the brothers who pray in a centuries-old rhythm. Our writers ask questions that may be on your mind, too. How do I pray? How do I discover my own vocation? What is religious life all about? Read Religious Life & You and explore the riches of modern church vocation. For your copy contact: frjohnr@aol.com
	Could You Ever Become A Catholic Priest? Christopher J. Duquin, Lorene Hanley Duquin Maybe you've had thoughts about the priesthood off and on over the years. Maybe you still feel the pull and keep trying to reject it. Maybe you've just begun to think about it. Chances are, if you're struggling with the idea of priesthood, you probably feel somewhat confused, frightened and alone. The purpose of this book is not to persuade or coerce you in any way. It is rather meant to help you explore in a safe and private way some of the issues, questions and concerns revolving around vocation to the priesthood. For your copy contact: frjohnr@aol.com
	Extraordinary Lives: Thirty-Four Priests Tell Their Stories Father Francis Friedl and Rex Reynolds An inspirational account of men who are happy with their vocation to the Catholic priesthood. In this book you will encounter men who are young and old, from well known priests and bishops to ordinary parish priests. They share their stories of struggle and rejoicing in a vocation they have chosen to follow in an extraordinary life. Those in discernment will take heart in the variety of men who have answered the call to priestly service. For your copy contact: frjohnr@aol.com
	*Priests: An inside Look* John Mack Priests: An Inside Look s the story of one Roman Catholic priest as he lives out his call to ordained life. Rev. John P. Mack Jr. reflects upon his ministerial journey in light of the sacrament of Holy Orders and the Rite of Ordination. He describes the requirements, the opportunities, the work, the rewards, and the challenges of the priesthood. This book is intended for readers who are considering the various Christian lifestyles that best fit their personality and talents and who are discerning the vocation to which God is calling them. For your copy contact: frjohnr@aol.com

Suggested Reading for Men in Discernment