November 17, 2008

Guest: Stephen Tatz, Vocations Specialist for the Diocese of Des Moines
Featured Saint of the Day: St. Elizabeth of Hungary

Today Deacon Rick and Jenny spoke with Stephen Tatz, Vocations Specialist for the Diocese of Des Moines. Stephen challenged our listeners to promote vocations. He told us that vocations are everyone's business and that we need to do things to foster them. In daily application, if you encounter a young man who exemplifies traits that point to a possible vocation you should ask them if they've ever thought about it. Regardless of their answer, you should encourage them by letting them know what traits you see in them that led you to ask the question.

There will be a Second Vocation Evening Wednesday, November 19. It will be held at the Tavern II. Stephen and Fr. Chris Fontanini will be there to speak with young men from 5:30 p.m. to around 7 p.m. It is for men who are over 21 and is open to anyone who is still thinking about priesthood as a second vocation.

Stephen asked listeners to pray for Vocations in our diocese and in the world. Bishop Richard Pates has a goal of 30 Seminarians for our diocese. To help with this, he will be having "Andrew Dinners." The reference to Andrew is attached to the Biblical text wher Andrew brought Simon Peter to Jesus. Through these dinners, Bishop Pates will meet with candidates in a relaxed dinner setting.

For more information on Vocations in the Des Moines Diocese you can Contact the Vocations office: 515-237-5014 or on line at: www.vocationsonline.com