{"id":452,"date":"2025-06-06T14:16:57","date_gmt":"2025-06-06T19:16:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wiga5ubklx.wpdns.site\/formation\/"},"modified":"2026-05-14T10:05:40","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T15:05:40","slug":"formacion","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/passionist.org\/es\/join-us\/become-a-vowed-passionist\/formation\/","title":{"rendered":"Etapas de la formaci\u00f3n"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the process for becoming a Passionist priest or brother?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/passionist.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/steps-1024x673.jpg\" alt=\"Smiling Passionists on the steps at their house of formation studies\" class=\"wp-image-4771\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover;width:337px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/passionist.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/steps-1024x673.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/passionist.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/steps-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/passionist.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/steps-768x505.jpg 768w, https:\/\/passionist.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/steps-1536x1009.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/passionist.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/steps.jpg 1858w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have felt a pull toward religious life or a desire to serve God and others in a deeper way, you might be wondering what it takes to become a Passionist priest or brother.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey begins with an open heart and a willingness to listen to God\u2019s call. It\u2019s a path that involves prayer, community, study and service, growing in faith while walking closely with those who are suffering, just as Jesus did.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Of course, there are some steps along the way\u2014like getting to know the Passionist community, going through formation and taking vows. But you\u2019re not alone in this. We\u2019ll walk with you every step of the journey, offering support, guidance and friendship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Becoming a Passionist priest or brother isn\u2019t about being perfect. It\u2019s about being open\u2014open to God\u2019s love, open to growth and open to living a life rooted in compassion, hope and the power of the Cross.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Path of Listening, Growing, and Saying \u201cYes\u201d to God<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Discerning a vocation is a sacred journey\u2014and you don\u2019t walk it alone. Whether you\u2019re just beginning to sense a call or are ready to take the next step, if you <a href=\"https:\/\/passionist.org\/join-us\/become-a-vowed-passionist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">meet the requirements<\/a> and are looking to start a discernment journey, the Passionist community is here to walk with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This time of conversation is mutual. It\u2019s about building trust, asking questions and exploring together whether a Passionist vocation might be the path to which God is calling you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-stackable-accordion stk-block-accordion stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-block stk-ffb999b is-style-default\" data-block-id=\"ffb999b\">\n<summary class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-1e0d8af stk--container-small stk-block-accordion__heading\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"1e0d8af\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-1e0d8af-container stk-hover-parent\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-1e0d8af-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-label stk-block-icon-label stk-block stk-ec7aaa1\" data-block-id=\"ec7aaa1\"><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-b956fb9\" id=\"step-1-reach-out\" data-block-id=\"b956fb9\"><style>.stk-b956fb9 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-31, #2D2926) !important;}<\/style><h4 class=\"stk-block-heading__text has-text-color\">Step 1: Reach out<\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon stk-block-icon stk-block stk-3cd2f1b\" data-block-id=\"3cd2f1b\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-3cd2f1b\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-3-cd-2-f-1-b-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-3-cd-2-f-1-b-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg data-prefix=\"fas\" data-icon=\"chevron-down\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-chevron-down fa-w-14\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/summary>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-92ac24d stk-block-accordion__content\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"92ac24d\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-92ac24d-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-92ac24d-inner-blocks\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your journey begins when you reach out. Our <strong>Province Vocation Director<\/strong> will connect with you to get to know who you are &#8211; your story, your faith, your hopes &#8211; and to help you listen for where the Holy Spirit may be leading. You\u2019ll also get the chance to learn about the Passionists: our mission, our way of life and how we live out the Passion of Christ today.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-stackable-accordion stk-block-accordion stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-block stk-257b781 is-style-default\" data-block-id=\"257b781\">\n<summary class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-d52419c stk--container-small stk-block-accordion__heading\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"d52419c\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-d52419c-container stk-hover-parent\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-d52419c-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-label stk-block-icon-label stk-block stk-f250479\" data-block-id=\"f250479\"><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-a029bfd\" id=\"step-2-mentorship\" data-block-id=\"a029bfd\"><style>.stk-a029bfd .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-31, #2D2926) !important;}<\/style><h4 class=\"stk-block-heading__text has-text-color\">Step 2: Mentorship<\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon stk-block-icon stk-block stk-8ede19d\" data-block-id=\"8ede19d\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-8ede19d\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-8-ede-19-d-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-8-ede-19-d-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg data-prefix=\"fas\" data-icon=\"chevron-down\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-chevron-down fa-w-14\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/summary>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-3484d74 stk-block-accordion__content\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"3484d74\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-3484d74-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-3484d74-inner-blocks\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you\u2019re ready to go deeper, you\u2019ll be paired with a <strong>vocation mentor<\/strong>\u2014a Passionist who will accompany you in a more intentional way. You\u2019ll meet regularly to reflect, pray and listen together to how God is moving in your life. It\u2019s a time of clarity, encouragement and honest discernment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-stackable-accordion stk-block-accordion stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-block stk-f96ca67 is-style-default\" data-block-id=\"f96ca67\">\n<summary class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-c337ed5 stk--container-small stk-block-accordion__heading\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"c337ed5\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-c337ed5-container stk-hover-parent\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-c337ed5-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-label stk-block-icon-label stk-block stk-f24b1da\" data-block-id=\"f24b1da\"><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-9e18cc0\" id=\"step-3-residency\" data-block-id=\"9e18cc0\"><style>.stk-9e18cc0 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-31, #2D2926) !important;}<\/style><h4 class=\"stk-block-heading__text has-text-color\">Step 3: Residency<\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon stk-block-icon stk-block stk-58cba17\" data-block-id=\"58cba17\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-58cba17\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-58-cba-17-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-58-cba-17-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg data-prefix=\"fas\" data-icon=\"chevron-down\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-chevron-down fa-w-14\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/summary>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-2ab0291 stk-block-accordion__content\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"2ab0291\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-2ab0291-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-2ab0291-inner-blocks\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When both you and your mentor feel the time is right, you may apply to enter <strong>residency<\/strong>, the first formal stage of formation. This includes submitting an application and various personal and spiritual assessments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once approved by the <strong>Province Admissions Board<\/strong> and the <strong>Provincial Superior<\/strong>, you\u2019ll begin a six-month (or longer) period of residency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Residency is a deeply formative time and a chance to experience Passionist life more fully. You\u2019ll live in a Passionist community, follow a structured formation plan and be guided by a <strong>formation director<\/strong>. You\u2019ll also take part in daily prayer, community life, ministry and may complete any required undergraduate coursework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Residency typically lasts one year, and can be extended if needed.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-stackable-accordion stk-block-accordion stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-block stk-4eb6318 is-style-default\" data-block-id=\"4eb6318\">\n<summary class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-c49eb14 stk--container-small stk-block-accordion__heading\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"c49eb14\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-c49eb14-container stk-hover-parent\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-c49eb14-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-label stk-block-icon-label stk-block stk-d36d28f\" data-block-id=\"d36d28f\"><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-440d2a9\" id=\"step-4-novitiate-and-first-vows\" data-block-id=\"440d2a9\"><style>.stk-440d2a9 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-31, #2D2926) !important;}<\/style><h4 class=\"stk-block-heading__text has-text-color\">Step 4: Novitiate and First Vows<\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon stk-block-icon stk-block stk-96b12ea\" data-block-id=\"96b12ea\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-96b12ea\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-96-b-12-ea-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-96-b-12-ea-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg data-prefix=\"fas\" data-icon=\"chevron-down\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-chevron-down fa-w-14\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/summary>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-ad534c0 stk-block-accordion__content\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"ad534c0\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-ad534c0-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-ad534c0-inner-blocks\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The next step is the <strong>Novitiate<\/strong>, a year-long spiritual immersion in the Passionist charism. It\u2019s a time to deepen your relationship with Christ and the community, culminating in the profession of <strong>temporary vows<\/strong> of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Poverty<\/strong> &#8211; a commitment to detachment from use of material goods,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chastity<\/strong> &#8211; transforming human love into a free, full and lifetime love of God and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Obedience<\/strong> &#8211; putting one\u2019s free will at the service of God\u2019s love.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Passionists also take a fourth vow:<br><strong>To promote the memory of the Passion of Jesus in the hearts of the faithful.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These vows are renewed for three years and can be extended before taking them for life.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-stackable-accordion stk-block-accordion stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-block stk-e15154c is-style-default\" data-block-id=\"e15154c\">\n<summary class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-63a0c56 stk--container-small stk-block-accordion__heading\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"63a0c56\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-63a0c56-container stk-hover-parent\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-63a0c56-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-label stk-block-icon-label stk-block stk-f80e839\" data-block-id=\"f80e839\"><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-5157d33\" id=\"step-5-graduate-studies-and-ministry-preparation\" data-block-id=\"5157d33\"><style>.stk-5157d33 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-31, #2D2926) !important;}<\/style><h4 class=\"stk-block-heading__text has-text-color\">Step 5: Graduate Studies and Ministry Preparation<\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon stk-block-icon stk-block stk-84e20ba\" data-block-id=\"84e20ba\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-84e20ba\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-84-e-20-ba-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-84-e-20-ba-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg data-prefix=\"fas\" data-icon=\"chevron-down\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-chevron-down fa-w-14\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/summary>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-be8051c stk-block-accordion__content\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"be8051c\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-be8051c-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-be8051c-inner-blocks\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you profess your first vows, you begin preparing for life as a Passionist in ministry. All members, whether called to be a <strong>priest<\/strong> or <strong>religious brother<\/strong>, study theology at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/passionist.org\/ministries\/ctu\/\" type=\"page\" id=\"429\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Catholic Theological Union<\/a><\/strong> (CTU) in Chicago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Priesthood candidates also complete the necessary studies in philosophy. Brothers follow a personalized path of formation based on their gifts and the needs of the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Theology studies usually take four years before priestly ordination.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-stackable-accordion stk-block-accordion stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-block stk-af6b686 is-style-default\" data-block-id=\"af6b686\">\n<summary class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-f071876 stk--container-small stk-block-accordion__heading\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"f071876\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-f071876-container stk-hover-parent\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-f071876-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-label stk-block-icon-label stk-block stk-be92084\" data-block-id=\"be92084\"><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-c48247b\" id=\"step-6-priestly-ordination-and-life-of-ministry-and-service\" data-block-id=\"c48247b\"><style>.stk-c48247b .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-31, #2D2926) !important;}<\/style><h4 class=\"stk-block-heading__text has-text-color\">Step 6: Priestly Ordination and Life of Ministry and Service<\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon stk-block-icon stk-block stk-17c281c\" data-block-id=\"17c281c\"><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-17c281c\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-17-c-281-c-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-17-c-281-c-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg data-prefix=\"fas\" data-icon=\"chevron-down\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-chevron-down fa-w-14\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/summary>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-4ffce42 stk-block-accordion__content\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"4ffce42\"><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-4ffce42-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-4ffce42-inner-blocks\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not all Passionists are ordained\u2014some are <strong>brothers<\/strong>, who also live the same vows and mission in different ministries. But those who are called to priesthood also go on to receive <strong>Holy Orders<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After ordination, a Passionist priest serves both his <strong>religious community<\/strong> and the wider <strong>Church<\/strong>, celebrating the Sacraments, preaching the Word, serving the faithful and more.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Lifelong &#8220;Yes&#8221;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ordination is not just the end of formation &#8212; it\u2019s the beginning of a lifelong mission of love and service. For a Passionist, it means bringing the hope of the Cross and Resurrection to a suffering world, wherever the Spirit leads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Along the Way<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are just starting to consider a vocation to vowed Passionist life, or not yet ready to take the next step, here are some ways to stay connected with God and be open to your calling:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be active in your parish or faith community.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regularly celebrate the Sacraments.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spend time in prayer and journaling.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seek out a trusted spiritual director.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit Passionist communities and ministries.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Read about discernment and the <a href=\"https:\/\/passionist.org\/about\/passionists\/passionist-way\/\">Passionist way of life<\/a>.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore <a href=\"https:\/\/passionist.org\/resources\/\">our resources<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/vocationnetwork.org\">other vocation resources<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-columns stk-block-columns stk-block stk-be99c31 stk-block-background\" data-block-id=\"be99c31\"><style>.stk-be99c31 {background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-6, #f9f1e0) !important;}.stk-be99c31:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-6, #f9f1e0) !important;}<\/style><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-content-align stk-be99c31-column\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-959c3aa\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"959c3aa\"><style>@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-959c3aa {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(39.19999999999999% - var(--stk-column-gap, 0px) * 1 \/ 2 ) !important;}}<\/style><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-959c3aa-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-959c3aa-inner-blocks\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/passionist.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Author-John-Schork.jpg\" alt=\"A headshot of a smiling Fr. John Schork, CP, Vocations Director for the Passionists of Holy Cross Province\" class=\"wp-image-3675\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/4;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/passionist.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Author-John-Schork.jpg 200w, https:\/\/passionist.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Author-John-Schork-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Fr. John Schork, CP<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-column stk-block-column stk-column stk-block stk-4606f78\" data-v=\"4\" data-block-id=\"4606f78\"><style>@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-4606f78 {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(60.80000000000001% - var(--stk-column-gap, 0px) * 1 \/ 2 ) !important;}}<\/style><div class=\"stk-column-wrapper stk-block-column__content stk-container stk-4606f78-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-4606f78-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-9664a5c\" id=\"ready-to-talk\" data-block-id=\"9664a5c\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\">Ready to talk?<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-text stk-block-text stk-block stk-cd8a515\" id=\"ready-to-talk\" data-block-id=\"cd8a515\"><p class=\"stk-block-text__text\">You don\u2019t need to have it all figured out. <br>Just take the next step.<br><br>I\u2019m here to walk with you.<br><br>Fr. 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