One 'discerns' the call before responding. The initial response is one of inquiry. The discernment process includes an understanding of the celibacy mandate. Ordination to the catholic priesthood is a lengthy process. Celibacy is only one part of "The Call".
"One 'discerns' the call before responding. The initial response is one of inquiry. The discernment process includes an understanding of the celibacy mandate. Ordination to the catholic priesthood is a lengthy process. Celibacy is only one part of "The Call"."
Isn't discernment required of all of us? Are we not all told to study to show ourselves approved, and does not "God" do the calling and the choosing? What does it mean when it says that many are called but few are chosen?