Will You Consider the Call?
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Meet the Seminarians
Meet the Seminarians
The Diocese of Lafayette is blessed to have over 30 young men in formation for the priesthood.
Meet our Religious Men & Women
Meet our Religious Men & Women
For the first time in over a decade, the Religious and Consecrated Life of Acadiana poster is out now!
This poster joyfully depicts those who have entered religious life within the last 25 years in the Diocese of Lafayette, Louisiana.
Upcoming Discernment Retreats
Discerning your vocation can be challenging, especially when balancing school or work. Sometimes, stepping away from your daily routine can provide the clarity you need to discern whether God is calling you to the seminary or religious life.
We offer several retreat options designed to help you reflect and pray deeply about your path. To learn more or to register for one of our retreats, visit the Upcoming Retreats & Events page.
Fr. Dubroc’s Tips for Discernment
The Director of Seminarians and Vocations for the Diocese of Lafayette offers eight essential tips for navigating your discernment.
Do not forget that when God calls, he also provides the necessary strength and grace to answer His call.
— Saint Pope John Paul II
Where is God Calling You?
Priesthood
The priest is a man ordained into the ministerial priesthood of Jesus Christ. As a priest, he is called to be the bridge between God and man. The priest is a man called to serve the entire Church and to offer sacrifice on behalf of of the people of God.
Religious Life
Men and women who are called to the religious life are those who dedicate and commit themselves wholly and entirely to the Kingdom of God. Their vows, life of prayer, and living out of specific charisms is a life that reflects their calling, to be in total union with God.