Priesthood

As Christ’s disciples we all share in the common vocation to holiness and to the mission of evangelisation the world.

Within that common vocation each of us is called to serve him in a particular way by living a particular way of life.

keith_herrera Diocesan Priesthood

Called to build up the Kingdom of God in the community

“The ministerial priesthood is at the service of the common priesthood (of the baptised). It is directed at the unfolding of the baptismal grace of all the Christians. The ministerial priesthood is a means by which Christ unceasingly builds up and leads the church.” (CCC 1547)

If you are interested in finding out more about the diocesan priesthood speak to your parish priest or contact the Diocesan Director of Priestly Vocations:

Fr. Keith Herrera

Address:

3 Chapel Court, Justice Street
Aberdeen, AB11 5HX

Telephone:

(01224) 626 359 (Parish Office)
(01224) 621 581 (Presbytery)

More information about the diocesan priesthood and the application process can be found the Priests for Scotland website.

Permanent link to this article: http://www.dioceseofaberdeen.org/diocese/priesthood/

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