A Prayer For Priestly Vocations
O God, our Father, You promised "I will appoint shepherds for My sheep
Who will shepherd them so that they no longer fear and tremble;
And none shall be missing." (Jer. 23:4-5)
Hear the prayers of Your flock. Through the intercession of Your beloved priest, Saint Jean Marie Vianney,
We beg You to call to the sacramental priesthood generous men
Who will desire nothing more than to serve You in imitation of Your Son,
Our Lord Jesus Christ, our High Priest.
And after You call them, we pray that You sustain the doubtful,
Console the discouraged, and strengthen the weak,
As they start the long and demanding preparation for the priesthood.
Mary, mother of priests and example of faithful, humble and joyful acceptance of God's will,
Help all those who are called to the priesthood to open their ears and hearts to the gentle calling
Of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
St. Jean Marie Vianney, pray for them.
Source: Archdiocese of Melbourne. Australia.