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Spirituality is the individual approach to one’s relationship with God. It involves making use of the tools of prayer and devotion, which help us live as Christians the best way possible. Spirituality is, therefore, personal and many details of our spirituality will be largely dependent on our preferences.

In an open letter on October 18, 2010, Pope Benedict spoke from his heart to seminarians throughout the Church. Addressing the confusion and uncertainty the members of the Church encounter in the world with regard to the priesthood, he sought to reassure and strengthen men who are discerning the priesthood as their potential vocation.

"I’m my own man! I’m self-made, and I alone should determine my destiny!" - At least that’s what contemporary society would have us believe...

Some think that the issue of priestly celibacy is a “newer” matter in the Church. The fact is, clerical celibacy has been an interesting issue from the beginning - we can see this throughout history, starting with Sacred Scripture.

Perhaps priesthood has crossed your mind, but fear pushes the idea away...

As you contemplate what to do with your life, be confident that God has a specific plan for you, and that you can discover it through prayer.

If you were about to make one decision that would dramatically impact the rest of your life, how would you go about it?