Words to Live By

The following list is a collection of messages from the Vatican and Church leaders that offer insight and guidance on religious life, priesthood and formation.

Message for the 45th World Day of Prayer for Vocations: "Vocations at the Service of the Church on Mission"

Benedict Urges Orders to Rediscover Their Original Charism as Key to Overcoming Vocation Crisis

The Adventure of Priesthood is Necessary for the World

Religious Vocation Means Giving Life to God

The Garment of Love

Benedict XVI Responds to Seminarians' Questions

Media: Well Worth the Church's Effort

Let Us Love Being with the Lord

Biblical Prophecy and Religious Life

How Do We Build the House for which We Long?

Place Yourselves in the School of Mary

Friendship Gives Meaning to Priesthood and Life

God Continues to Call

Priesthood Isn't a Career

Benedict Encourages Youth to Make God Present in Societies

Seminarians Are Not Considered An Endangered Species

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