​What does it take to become a priest? You might be surprised. The Vocations Office of the Archdiocese of Edmonton is pleased to present “Called By Name,” a new video series that tells the stories of six men who took very different paths to priesthood.

Father Jim Corrigan.
​At one point, thought he wasn’t worthy,  and after working 24 years in the building trades, he was pretty sure he couldn’t stop swearing. But he says God knew better. View the video and hear him speak candidly about his personal journey. #vocations #priesthood



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​When a friend asked Michael Schumacher if he’d ever considered being a priest, he thought he was crazy for asking, because Michael was in a serious relationship. After attending World Youth Day in Toronto, he knew God had other plans for him. His vocation story is one of a series of videos that tell the stories of men who took very different paths to priesthood. “Called By Name” is presented by the Vocations Office of the Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton. [email protected] #priesthood #vocations

​Matthew Hysell lost his hearing as a toddler, when he was treated for spinal meningitis. He grew up as a Baptist, but became Catholic as a young man. He says the priesthood has enabled him to do “what I was made to do.” His vocation story is one of a series of videos that tell the stories of men who took very different paths to priesthood. “Called By Name” is presented by the Vocations Office of the Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton. [email protected]   #priesthood #vocations

​Carlos Nunez had a feeling from a young age that he might want to be a priest, but a learning disability nearly prevented him from ordination. His vocation story is one of a series of videos that tell the stories of men who took very different paths to priesthood. “Called By Name” is presented by the Vocations Office of the Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton. #priesthood #vocations #calledbyname

​Kris Schmidt was crazy about both hockey and his beloved girlfriend. When the idea of priesthood came to him, his first reaction was “no way!” But he knew he had to do something meaningful with his faith. His vocation story is one of a series of videos that tell the stories of men who took very different paths to priesthood. “Called By Name” is presented by the Vocations Office of the Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton.   #priesthood #vocations #calledbyname

​Ever wondered what it's like to be a #MotherOfFathers? We interviewed 2 archdiocese priests with their mothers. Happy Mothers' Day!

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