7 Steps to Support the Newly Ordained

March 13 2018

It is always a source of sadness when a young priest leaves the priesthood. After years of discernment and formation, the exit of a young priest can be a surprising and distressing event.

While there are many reasons one may leave the priesthood, the saddest is complications arising from a lack of support. In this article, I will set out seven important steps in nurturing the vocations of the newly ordained. In addition, these steps surely will help all those in priestly ministry to live happier and holier lives.