“Becoming a priest or a man or woman religious is not primarily our own decision... Rather it is the response to a call and to a call of love.”
— Pope Francis
 
 

By virtue of our Baptism, all Christians are part of a common priesthood of believers. We are all called to participate in Christ’s mission. Through the Sacrament of Holy Orders, bishops and priests are given a special role in carrying out this mission.

In the Sacrament of Holy Orders, there are three degrees or “orders”: bishop, priest, and deacon. The rite of ordination is the sacramental act that makes this possible.

Considering a vocation to the priesthood or religious life?

Men who feel called to the priesthood or diaconate are asked to contact one of the parish priests or the Vocations Office of the Archdiocese of Newark at info@newarkpriest.com

More resources to learn about the Sacrament of Holy Orders: