Keep the Faith Alive
Support for vocations.
There is a very long tradition in the Roman Catholic church of fostering vocations to the priesthood and religious life, with special emphasis upon providing financial support for young men who feel called to the priesthood. There are fraternal organizations, such as the Knights of Columbus who have generously sponsored vocations to the priesthood through scholarships and financial support as they respond to their vocation. Indeed, many holy people have contributed to the education and support of seminarians throughout the years, either directly or through contributions to organiztions such as the Knights.
A canonical impediment.
It is well known a canonical impediment to religious life and the priesthood is outstanding debt, which must be satisfied before admittance to holy orders or final profession in religious life. Through the good will of individuals and fraternal organizations, these debts may be taken care of, especially in the cases of worthy candidates to the priesthood and religious life.
[For information on the Knights of Columbus and their vocation programs, go here.]
April 28th, 2008 at 4:54 pm
Terry, just thought you might like to know you get a special mention in this podcast post
http://catholicconvert.wordpress.com/2008/04/28/wellyou-aske d-for-it/
April 28th, 2008 at 5:41 pm
The Knights of Columbus have been a pillar of support for both incipient vocations as well as for clergy and Church.