This was something I needed to hear today as a 74 year old,48 year ordained priest ! God made you flour and oil for me today. Thank you for being who you are with God!
priests make me think of the story of gomorrah...that humanity is only around because of priests. Not saying this is a fact, just a thought (and hope). So... thank you.
@Charles McDermott. 200 years ago, Saint Laurent Marie Joseph Imbert stepped foot on my country which marked the beginning of Catholic outreach to the nation. When he arrived on December 11, 1821, he was then a priest from MEP (Société des Missions étrangères de Paris) and played a significant role in bringing Catholicism to my country in the 19th century. Unfortunately he was martyred in Korea subsequently. Thank you to these missionaries who had risked their lives to plant the seed of faith in other parts of the world.
I've been torn as of late, feeling particularly called but also particularly unworthy and unqualified. I'm a 21-year-old guy. Please pray for my discernment
I'm the son of a priest in an Oreintal Church. Our Church is structured in a way that everyone has close relationships with each other in their respective parishes. As the son of a priest, I was blessed and privileged to be within the love of so many people. A new set of people every 3 years as my father was transferred to a different parish. At the same time I was in a strong mental pressure to follow my father's foot steps. Everyone saw my father in me, everytime someone saw me people used to call me the next priest, Junior Father. They were doing this out of love for my father, but in time I started to hate the priesthood. Only during my late teens did I start reverting back to the Church. I was still confused as to my calling so I did secular studies in finance and investment. I just turned 25 and now I am clear as to where God wants me to go. I will start my theological studies in 2022 if God wills. I hope I can do my best for Him and the Holy Church.
I'm 23, came back to the church after being a hardcore atheist and hostile to the idea of religion. Catholicism now guides every decision i make, i can't imagine living without Christ. Thank you father, words can't express how grateful i am for having you making such amazing content that i can share with my friends.
When my aunt died, the priest who performed the service at the cemetery, was very old. His son helped him with the service. The priest was married, raised a family, and became a priest after the death of his wife. You never know when you will be called!
@@ghostapostle7225 Not at all. You don't have to be "virgin" to become priest, you only have to be unmarried. And when you are a widow, you ARE unmarried. So you can become a priest in full.
@@elladumaplin6922 I read about a priest who was married for over 30 yrs, raised 6 children, his wife died, he made lots of money in fin. services and became a priest late in life over 60, he was sent to Dallas and was doing great -- his life experience helpe dhis ministry greatly
My father was in the seminary, he only had a few months left before he became a Jesuit priest. He was still working at the time as a metal worker- 200ft above the ground and he saw my mom walk by and that was it. He said that it wasn’t hard to leave, he felt that god understood he could do his works just in a different way. May my father Rest In Peace but he helped so many people in rehabs, and helped so many addicts, god chose him for that.
Twice in my life as a lay person I have given away everything I own except the clothes on my back. While I am poor by earthly standards, I am blessed. I can say from experience that giving until you have no choice but to trust God is liberating. Seeing God take my little bit and use it to his own purpose goes a long way to ease the day to day worries about what tomorrow may bring: feast or famine, doesn't matter. I might live to be 100, or I might die tomorrow, either way, I'm ready for what comes my way.
Just the opposite of me . . . I'm always squirreling money away for the future. I'm generous, but only from my excess. This isn't exactly the way to a free and happy life.
Amazing timing for me personally. I will be joining the Society of St. Francis (SSF) in England early next year and you do ponder the questions you discussed. Great stuff!
You give courage and faith to everyone just because of your sincere truth about yourself and us.some are called from this great tslk.LORD I AM NOT WORTHY BUT I HAVE SOMETHING THAY GOD SEES AND I VOUCH FOR THAT .I AM A HAPPY VERY FULLFILED PAULINE SISTER. NOT A SECOND OF TURNING BACK.I LOVE MY WELL SPENT 65 YEARS.THANK YOU JEASU AND MARY.
I am a Protestant chaplain, and I found this video very relatable. You certainly have a way with words, and I think your content would be encouraging to people wherever they are on their journey with God. Thank you for serving the church!
Reading that thumbnail and then hearing that opening line was hilarious! As someone who’s currently discerning I appreciate the timing of this video, God bless Father!
I wanted to be a priest from about age 5-18. But I didn't study, discern or anything. Then I discovered my Alcoholism and allowed myself to get consumed by this sinful world. But I am very thankful to be back to Catholicism. Anyway, this is another great video by Fr. Casey.
Fr Casey you have inspired me in ways you’ll never know. I’m still struggling in my relationship to the Catholic Church but my faith in God is stronger than ever. Love and peace from the UK.
Fr. Casey, Your videos helped me enter the fullness of the faith on October 23, 2021 with my dad. Even before my confirmation, I have been pondering the priesthood since April. I want to desire the Lord’s will more deeply and follow faithfully. Glory to Christ!
Ever since I nearly died from sepsis and lost my right leg, I have felt a deeper calling but...can I, a middle aged woman who is an above the knee amputee follow a calling like that? I am praying for God's guidance and if any of my Brothers and Sisters here prayed for me, I'd be deeply grateful. Thank you, Father Casey, you have given me a lot to think about.
Hello, I don't know you but I felt absolutely compelled to write this reply. What you have gone through has given you strength, insight and faith. I am certain of it because I too have a disability. I've had cerebral palsy all my life because it is a birth defect and it has made me a better person. You are the same woman you were before you had sepsis and a resulting amputation and in some ways, I'm sure you are forever for the better. The stuff you may not be capable of now is incidental in the bigger picture. That's not to say that your limitations aren't a gigantic pain in the butt and super frustrating at times but they are not you. They are not your physical Temple of the Holy Spirit and certainly they are not your mental and spiritual heart that is drawn into a deeper calling and friendship with God. Again, I know of what I speak because I was and am in the same boat (Christ's boat when He gave Peter the faith and ability to trust and walk toward Him despite his doubts, faults and failings). Even if that's all true and it is, how does someone with a disability practically live an explicit deeper calling of consecrated life? I offer a unique possibility as a longtime associate of The Franciscan Missionaries of Jesus Crucified: Members live as consecrated seculars in the world, sharing and participating as a community, each in his or her own place. What binds us is not common life but shared spirituality lived out by each of us with a personal apostolate that is possible through a Promise of Prayer in addition to the vows. Members don't take solemn vows but simple vows of poverty, chastity and obedience (not to a superior but to God, His church and the Community Rule of Life) that are proclaimed publicly. An associate like me lives the life and is part of the community without taking vows. The community is Franciscan in its spirituality and each one of us lives with Lady Poverty in many forms through our disability(ies) or by acceptance of other's "differently-able-ness". Like St. Francis, we have a mission to build God's Church. We do it by carrying our cross and helping others carry theirs. That is our charism which can be lived out in many different situations and ways. The FMJC is the only consecrated Community specifically for people with disabilities in the United States, if not in the world.The church needs us and so we are to be a gift to Her. Perhaps like Elijah or perhaps more like the Widow, our gifts seemingly insignificant are offered without reserve for the good of The Universal Church. We are an association of the faithful under the auspices of the Holy See, aspiring to have enough members to be a Secular Institute. Everything I've written so far is meant to convey our spiritual essence. To more directly address your question as to whether or not you could live the life of a deeper calling with a disability, the answer is unequivocally yes. I offer one supportive example. Many FMJCs are severely disabled and part of our charism is to help each other in very concrete ways. Before she passed away, one of our members with extremely severe cerebral palsy had to be fed and assisted with every life activity, including speaking. Over the years, when we were together on retreat, everybody pitched in and helped Adele to the best of our ability and in turn, we were the recipients of the spiritual joy of her deep prayer. God may call someone despite her handicap but in keeping with His countercultural bent, He often calls a person because of his disability. This reply is much longer than I intended it to be but I think the Holy Spirit was asking me to share about our little community, called into being because of, with and through our various disabilities. Reply to my reply if you'd like more information please. In the meantime, be blessed and try not to doubt yourself because you are a cherished daughter of God the Father who made you perfectly just the way He wanted to in His image. Disability doesn't change that. In fact, when we least expect it, sometimes it reminds us of it. God loves you just exactly as you are right now in the present moment. Be at peace.
One of the most profound things I have ever read is this: “A true Priest is one who does good, and continues doing good no matter what else happens. They just shoulder their load and continue to demonstrate doing good.” Mercedes Lackey.
Not a priest but a church musician here. I have long been a church musician. Part of the worship team. Lately an opening came up to be the worship leader. I was terrified of the responsibility (still am in some ways) but, I felt God calling me to step up. So glad I did. I love leading the congregation in worship through song. Thank you Father Casey. This video touched my heart this morning. Be blessed Brother.
Greetings from Fr. Alok "Ministry" from India. Beautiful message for the people trying to discern their call. I too went through similar experiences as a chose to be a Doosan Priest. Thank you. I am going to share this message with my parishners.
When you said, “Prayer is so important to you, have you ever considered doing this for the rest of your life”? That really hit me. Currently discerning a call to religious life and if I can be honest, classes and school just get in the way of my prayer life. And as you said at the beginning of the video about not wanting to be anything other than a priest, I feel the same way. I can’t imagine not becoming some type of religious.
I'm going through the same thing - feeling like my life and school work are getting in the way of my prayer. I just want to go to mass every day, pray the divine office, and serve in a simple capacity. But at the same time, I'm also attracted to marriage. People tell me that my studies are currently God's will for me and I should foucs on those, but I'd much rather be reading scripture or meditating on God. Discernment can be so difficult.
@@nickk4851 WE’RE LITERALLY THE SAME PERSON. That’s exactly how I feel minus the marriage part, but I so understand how you’re feeling! I’m so praying for you!
In glad that I came across this video. Thank you Fr. Casey. So profound. This video, having a calling, is making me think as to why I'm called to serve. God bless.
We are thankful that you became a priest Fr. Casey. You have been a huge part in my journey to God. I learned a lot from your homilies and reflections. May God continue to bless you Fr. Casey. Peace! 🙏🏻
I think this is the first video ever in yt that i felt it speak to me from person to person. I'm not catholic, not planning to became a priest. But I'll try to be better and do things for my church the best I can so the Lord can make good use of me.
I remember the sitcom "Living Biblically". They had this episode where they built a house but Chip, the lead character, was frustrated because the his co-workers were more concerned about how they would look in the papers and on social media than actually completing the house. So he chastised them about it and they left. The priest and rabbi explained to him about people not being perfect anyway but doing God's work. The rabbi even cited Samson was a womanizer, David was an adulterer, and Noah was a drunk. They are flawed people but they did God's word. By the way, it would be interesting to hear Fr. Casey's take on that show. It's no longer on air (only lasted for one season), but I am one of the few people who really enjoyed it because of the lessons taught and how the values in the Bible is applied to real life.
Thank you for your nice words Father. Hopefully many can understand their calling, your testimony may play a role in that. I myself will receive my ordination to the priesthood this Saturday. It's truly a beautiful life.
This is quite possibly the most moving video you've posted thus far, at least for me. Though I feel that you and I have different stations in life, your sentiments resonate with me deeply. I myself am ill-equipped to take on the auspices and responsibilities of priesthood, but I do feel an analogous calling within the upper echelons of academia. Specifically, I've been trying to figure out how I can optimally hone and apply my holistic skill set as an anthropologist in order to benefit mankind. While some of the prospects of this discipline seem daunting and beyond my grasp, I have to remember my intrinsic motivations. Though it is sometimes difficult to determine what I do out of prudence as opposed to egoism, and this vexation leaves me feeling inadequate; unworthy. My purportedly rational doubts have proven to be double-edged swords that I've fallen on far too often. When is it appropriate for one to have confidence in their actions and endeavors? Ultimately, I just have to have faith that whatever I choose to do is beneficial to somebody, somewhere, no matter how slightly.
I have to say without knowing you personally you seem like a compassionate, open minded, and gentle hearted shepherd overall. Personally, I am glad that God gave you to us as a priest. I also think that you are one of the most if not the most talented apologists and teachers that I have ever seen. I have been immersed in religion for the last two or four years, so I have seen quite a few and none who appealed to me quite like you, for your deep understanding of so many issues from so many angles. God have mercy on us all because there are many things that we do not yet know which will cause us to be “cut to the heart” (Acts 2:37) in coming years. Read the opening chapters of the Book of Revelation and the little apocalypse in the Gospels take it to heart, believe it everyone. Sure I will encourage vocations when I can.
@@BreakingInTheHabit man Catholics and Roman Catholics are two different versions of the same religion and the only difference between them is this. Catholics worship Jesus and don’t pray to Rosary while Roman Catholics worship Mary and pray to Rosary.
We seem to always be called to do something we didn’t want. I wanted to be a monk when I was a teen, then talked about becoming a priest. I ended up being married. Now married I’m thinking of becoming a deacon, 28 now so got time to concern. But I found my desire to be a priest in the past had prepared me to help lead the domestic church in my household. Believe He calls us to do thing that we at first don’t want to do in order for us to learn to trust Him
Great video put out at a great time - vocation awareness week. My only problem with the timing is that this would have been great material for my homily! I just celebrated my first year of ordination as a permanent deacon and I am always looking for a different perspective on the readings. You had another interesting take a few weeks (months, maybe) ago on the talents. I am trying to take notes for when I am presented with the opportunity to preach on these. I can't tell you how many times I heard my classmates say, "I'm not worthy." "No, you're not; neither am I. Now let's get the next paper turned in so that God can use us to our fullest unworthy potential!" God Bless you, Fr. Casey. Maybe we will catch up with you in Florida on your baseball tour!
Thank you so much for this video Father Casey, surely this is something you were called for🙏❤ .You remind me of my own story, which is about my journey towards the christening. I always thought I'm not worthy of that honour, and now, there are just two weeks remaining before my christening. As a 19-year-old student, I start to understand that although I'm not perfect and pure etc., God always finds a way to show me He is there, just if I stop hiding myself behind lies and show myself with all my strengths and weaknesses. I have plenty of them...and yet he loves me
i really love the way the widnow and elijah spoke to the boldness of being a priest to you... please share more of these connections that come to you, it spoke to me through you as well. God bless, Fr. ❤
Fr. Casey, Thank You so much for giving me the spirit to do the best thing of my life. I am living in God's will as a religious person in the first vows. Please pray for me so that I can be humble like you are in your wonderful sharing. God bless you, Father.
Too late for me to comment this video but Father Casey I can't believe that you were thinking that way. I remember last year when I was in discernment of my vocation to live as a seminarian. You help me through your video. I don't know you personally but I know that you help a lot of people from your videos. Yo had done great job. ❤🙏
As a 'lapsed' Catholic - and through the random/'algorythmic' nature of what is 'RUclips' - I sometimes come accross inspirational people such as yourself. Thank you for posting - God Bless you!
Thanks you Fr. That testimony makes me love my faith that much more. I pray for priests and seminarians every day and this encouraged me to fervently continue. Priests forever after the order of Melchizedek!
Hi, I´m Friar Rafael OFMCap, I'm from Brazil, I'm learning english. I loved your video, it was so amazing, thanks for these words, God bless u and your vocation!
I am new and young to the faith. I always had this problem in shyness and fear of sharing the things I like to others. Ever since I repented and accepted Christ as my savior I had this feeling or urge to share the gospel or bible verses in social medias due to covid. At first it was scary and felt like no one would even like me more and constantly doubting myself and God, but when I then started to share people and my friends actually became supportive and proud of me I became more confident and started to pray everyday and always made sure to have a quiet time with God. Best blessing I have ever recieved from God. I will start to focus to attend in church but sadly schoolworks are also in the way. May God be with us all.
I ignored the call that was like a whisper for a long time and now I’m 28, got a degree I’m no longer passionate about and riddled with student loans , and now it’s like a roar to become a priest…
I’m a 26 year old single man and I want to be married but cant find a wife, and I really want to have a family. Is struggling with women an indication that I have a calling to the priesthood? I have had countless talking stages with women and one failed toxic relationship just this year, and im worried I will never find the right woman. I have no interest in the priesthood or religious life or being a permanent bachelor. Been praying to meet my future wife for years but my prayers seem useless. Everyone I know is already in a relationship or engaged and they’re younger than me. I have strong sexual desires that are not sinful, but they’re painful because they’re unfulfilled. Im starting to believe that if God wanted me to find someone special, it would have happened by now. Im tired of hearing “God’s timing” and “Gods plan” when im just constantly lonely and sad. God doesn’t care that I want a family, let alone a good woman. God would rather have me be depressed and wishing I got married every day instead of actually being married. I do my best to stay physically active. I run 20 miles a week and lift weights. But im short at 5’8. Im feeling desperately lonely. Im worried just because I am struggling to find a wife means im called to be a priest
@@MB_Biggie_Cheese Please don't choose priesthood. As u said, now it may not be the time for u to be with someone.. doesn't mean it'll never happen. Because I fell in love with a priest and he is ahead of your age and I am way more younger than u... And I am Completely Depressed for the fact that he'll have to live alone till his end.. I am going to celebrate my sadness anniversaries 🤧.. so better not choose this path... either u will have to regret over someone or someone will be regretting that they croosed path with u or you both may..🙂
@@NJ-ex3rg I don’t want to be a priest. Its just impossible to find a good woman who wants me. I feel like giving up on everything. They’re all the same online and offline. God hasnt provided despite my prayers.
@@MB_Biggie_Cheese It may sometimes take time to really get someone, who you can love with compassion.. so don't give up on anything go do what u LOVE and enjoy your own life.. then god will truly make u see someone who will love u and whom you can love back.. ❤️🫂
I’m a 26 year old single man and I want to be married but cant find a wife, and I really want to have a family. Is struggling with women an indication that I have a calling to the priesthood? I have had countless talking stages with women and one failed toxic relationship just this year, and im worried I will never find the right woman. I have no interest in the priesthood or religious life or being a permanent bachelor. Been praying to meet my future wife for years but my prayers seem useless. Everyone I know is already in a relationship or engaged and they’re younger than me. I have strong sexual desires that are not sinful, but they’re painful because they’re unfulfilled. Im starting to believe that if God wanted me to find someone special, it would have happened by now. Im tired of hearing “God’s timing” and “Gods plan” when im just constantly lonely and sad. God doesn’t care that I want a family, let alone a good woman. God would rather have me be depressed and wishing I got married every day instead of actually being married. I do my best to stay physically active. I run 20 miles a week and lift weights. Im worried just because I am still single at my age and struggling to find a wife means I am called to be a priest. Being single isn’t a vocation, its a state in life.
Father Casey. I am a baptized catholic (unfortunately not practicing at the moment, never knew how...) but I would like to tell you how deeply your videos are touching me. My purpose here is undoubtedly not to be a priest but definitely, through the Church guidance, to give time for the greater Good. Your words opened my eyes on how small actions can impact greatly other people in needs and the Church as well. A humble request, if you haven’t done any video on the topic yet, I would really like to hear your thoughts on death. How you, as a Father, approach it. How not to fear the unknown etc. I am not dying, just very curious and keen to have your usual well articulated thoughts. Best regards
I didn't know the first thing about how to become a practicing Catholic when I started going to Mass. Return to the Mass, seek out a confession, and keep trying even when you stumble. Take the leap of faith, jump into it...leaving your doubt at the door and rely on trust. Even if it's hard, make yourself trust for an hour and see what happens! Seek our Lord, He awaits you no matter how far you feel from Him. And on the topic of death, look up "Memento Mori". It helps with that fear of death. I was a committed atheist for much of my life. If God can work in the life of a poor sinner who despised the church...He can work wonders in your life. I'll say a prayer for your reversion, God bless you!
Touching words you may not be a priest but be a cup of flour the church needs you I need you Yes we have to support you through prayers, encouragement and help of any kind possible by us May God bless you in abundsnce I am from tamil nadu South India I assure you of my prayers All that I can do is only to pray for you Thanks for your inspiring and honest video
"If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." - 1 John 1:9 "As far as the East is from the West, so far has He removed our transgressions from us." - Psalm 103:12 "There is no pit so deep, that God's love is not deeper still." - Corrie Ten Boom Scripture and Quotes I remember for myself, and I am sharing with you.
@@TruthLivesNow thank, but that won t help - John is reason Nr one I am loosing my faith - John's Gospel is neither Historicaly accurate, nore having anything in common with the other Gospels -
I pray that God would reach out to you through the Holy Spirit to restore your faith. I pray that God would give you a sign that He loves you and cares about you.
Thank you, Father...for touching my soul...for reinforcing my faith, because at any given time that I feel like watching one of your messages, I feel our Sweet Father is commenting on whatever I am going through.
I go through this as a teacher. "I'm not good enough to be a teacher. I'm not patient enough, I'm not kind enough, I'm not knowledgeable enough, I'm not good at connecting with my students, I'm not good at differentiation, I don't have good time management skills." People, including fellow teachers, keep telling me that this is exactly what makes me a good teacher. I strive every day to be better, and I wouldn't do that if I thought I was already great. I try my best to take that to heart on days where it feels like the job is too hard and I'm so underappreciated and students and parents tell me they hate me. I want to be that patient person. I want to be that kind and compassionate person. I want to be more knowledgeable about the subject I teach. I want to make better connections with my students. And so on. And as someone who is only in their second year of teaching, I need more experience. I need to keep working on myself. I'm not a good teacher, but I can improve. I just need to keep going.
We have different vocations. I too felt the call and tried to become a priest, but God has other plans for me. I am now married with two kids. There are ups and downs in having a family but with my wife by my side, we managed to overcome problems and challenges. We have been married for 21 years now. God bless you Fr. Casey and all priests who do the Lord's work in his vineyard.
I’m a 26 year old single man and I want to be married but cant find a wife, and I really want to have a family. Is struggling with women an indication that I have a calling to the priesthood? I have had countless talking stages with women and one failed toxic relationship just this year, and im worried I will never find the right woman. I have no interest in the priesthood or religious life or being a permanent bachelor. Been praying to meet my future wife for years but my prayers seem useless. Everyone I know is already in a relationship or engaged and they’re younger than me. I have strong sexual desires that are not sinful, but they’re painful because they’re unfulfilled. Im starting to believe that if God wanted me to find someone special, it would have happened by now. Im tired of hearing “God’s timing” and “Gods plan” when im just constantly lonely and sad. God doesn’t care that I want a family, let alone a good woman. God would rather have me be depressed and wishing I got married every day instead of actually being married. I do my best to stay physically active. I run 20 miles a week and lift weights. But im short at 5’8. Im feeling desperately lonely. Im worried just because I am struggling to find a wife means im called to be a priest. Being single isnt a real vocation, its a state in life
I love Mother Teresa. My favorite quote of hers is “It is a poverty to decide that a child must die so that you may live as you wish.” Her use of the word poverty in this context is so amazing. I had to look up the definition. It was the perfect word.
I am originally from Malaysia and I am so so blessed to have met mother Teresa during my studies in India, I never realized she would be a Saint, but I saw her work with the poor the very poor 😢. I wish I took a picture, little did I know who I was standing next to .
Could you make a video about the rosary? What is it, how it's used and how it came to be. Thank you very much for these videos anyways. My country is mostly protestant and I find it very interesting to hear about Catholicism from an expert, yet still so broad and accessible
This is great! Thank you and God bless you. Nice to see a younger priest who understands the Holy Spirit. God has called you and you listened I see a gifted priest. Prayers to you.
I also have this kind of feeling of being called to be a priest. I took the entrance exam for priesthood, but sadly wasn't able to make it on an interview. The priest said to me that they cannot accept me to enter seminary as of this time... Now i don't know if God is really calling me to priesthood, or maybe it's just a mere feeling.
I’m a 26 year old single man and I want to be married but cant find a wife, and I really want to have a family. Is struggling with women an indication that I have a calling to the priesthood? I have had countless talking stages with women and one failed toxic relationship just this year, and im worried I will never find the right woman. I have no interest in the priesthood or religious life or being a permanent bachelor. Been praying to meet my future wife for years but my prayers seem useless. Everyone I know is already in a relationship or engaged and they’re younger than me. I have strong sexual desires that are not sinful, but they’re painful because they’re unfulfilled. Im starting to believe that if God wanted me to find someone special, it would have happened by now. Im tired of hearing “God’s timing” and “Gods plan” when im just constantly lonely and sad. God doesn’t care that I want a family, let alone a good woman. God would rather have me be depressed and wishing I got married every day instead of actually being married. I do my best to stay physically active. I run 20 miles a week and lift weights. But im short at 5’8. Im feeling desperately lonely. Im worried just because I am struggling to find a wife means im called to be a priest
I'm happy to hear that you have made a good adjustment to priesthood. That would be terrible for you and an injustice if you have never been happy in your career as a priest which in some ways you didn't choose. You are right. None of us can be truly happy when there is not enough generosity to go around.
Thank you for your great words. You deepened and refreshed my understanding of what we all, who wish to follow Jesus, are called to offer in fact our all. I am not a Roman Catholic and I do not understand the words "and offer these offerings". Do you mean the renewal of the sacrifice of our Lord or do you mean our personal offerings, such as helping, giving food, etc. Further I want to say that I am surprised to see how many serious persons reacted on your words.
I have been called to preach. (something I’ve wanted to do for at least 10 years. But God kept shutting doors. So I kept praising him and worshiping. I prayed if it was something he wanted me to do, he would remove all obstacles. Well, conversely, he put obstacles in my path. I believe he was saying “Not yet.” I had promised God that I would not preach anything but his word. And he kept working on me. Finally this year, he said “Yes.” My last sermon was titled, “How little can we do for God?” It is that very idea that we are not all preachers but we all have a part in God’s work. My husband feeds the poor; I serve two small churches. God is good.
Hello frior. I was in the Seminary for five years. But I am out. When I was in the Seminary always well talented guys are accepted by fathers. I didn't have any tallents other than a grave Desire to live for Christ alone. And to serve the church whole heartily. I was ready to do anything for the conversation of sinners. And to give up anything. But fathers liked only recommend only who was acting. I was against one priest who raped my friend. So both of us send away. Today that priest is looking good but we. When I was praying formator thought I'm mentally sick. Your video is amazing. Still I'm with the same Desire but with many discouragements. Please pray for me. I feel to join another congregation and serve Jesus. Your videos are very inspiring. What shall I do
Hey there, I used to watch your channel as well as other Christian channels a few years ago when I was thinking about coming back to Christianity. I was having a very hard time in my life and felt that I was missing something (i.e. Faith)- and while I do accept the laws of the Universe and general and natural philosophy, I still feel empty in side. Fast forward to now and I am getting that same feeling again. I tried coming back to my old Church and reached out via email to the priest there a year or two back on how to come back to the Church, but I ended up flaking because I was just so nervous and didn't know what to do. I would very much like to do something about it this time around. I am looking to come back, but I do not know what to do. I tried looking up advice here on RUclips but there were was not much advice that I found useful. I would really appreciate it if perhaps sometime you could talk about how those who lost faith can come back to Catholicism to myself and others like me can find a way home. Thank you, -Someone feeling very lost
Is there a way I can get in contact with you padre. I require your prayer in something really important regarding discerning if I'm being called to the priesthood.
Thank you for that forward encouragement, being a priest was my thought but now it left me to say what now!, first is the age limits I am 73, but I think to myself that I am 40, never been married, served my country, but now I need a hip replacement, had radiation on the prostate, and use a walker, so then I thought God is still using me, I served in the Mormon church but no longer I promise that I will not judge others, be kind, help when it is needed, and find your you tube thoughts to be well noted. God loves that.William:
I've been struggling with feelings of unworthiness- just in general, in regards to my whole person and life. Thank you for this video, your words mean a lot to me.
Whoahh, i felt like that, the thought of being a nun, to pursue religious life.. that fear. But thankful for the Lord's patience, persistence, and providing ways to understand religious life in a good light, and what an honor it would be to serve Him and others. Good points. Nowadays, it's the desire to be a religious sister in community. Nun was all i knew, but God is working in/thru me, to sim to be of service to Him, as i long to be a religious sister. Thy Will be done, in His time, in His way.
Fr casey if you could help on this question on what basis some books have been deemed inspired and some removed back in the day also since there one holy spirit the 3rd person of the holy trinity who helps us interpret the Bible why so many different dominations/ interpretation of the Christian faith?. Thanks for your help.
None of us are worthy. But that is the whole point. That is why Jesus came. We are all called to some vocation. Me, it was to be husband, father, teacher, and lay minister. In myself, I am unworthy but by doing my best to be open to God, He makes me worthy. Now that I look back on a very blessed life, I see that the greatest impact that I've had is when I was doing the little things not the heroic efforts.
Hello Fr. Casey, I know that your located within the Diocese of Savannah but your not listed in the priest directory. Why is that? Have you transferred elsewhere?
Thinking maybe society needs to rethink worthiness as the golden ring. The realest people who struggle and know the human heart can be the best servants of Christ. I want someone down in the trenches with me with a flash light to help to get me out of there. Bringers of Christ - bring hope , love , light. Thank you for having the humble courage to be honest and real.
Fr. Casey, I love your show, but I have question about discernment. The thing is I have thought and prayed about vocations myself, but I am a bit older and married. And... I really like cats. I mean a lot! Would this disqualify me, or anyone else I might encourage to be a priest or deacon? Thanks and God Bless!
This was something I needed to hear today as a 74 year old,48 year ordained priest ! God made you flour and oil for me today. Thank you for being who you are with God!
🙏🏼💗🙏🏼💗🙏🏼
priests make me think of the story of gomorrah...that humanity is only around because of priests. Not saying this is a fact, just a thought (and hope). So... thank you.
In honor of your almost half a century of rocking the collar I got a joke for you Padre -
Jesus: I’m the Son of God
Some Guy: No Way
Jesus: Yahweh
@Charles McDermott. 200 years ago, Saint Laurent Marie Joseph Imbert stepped foot on my country which marked the beginning of Catholic outreach to the nation.
When he arrived on December 11, 1821, he was then a priest from MEP (Société des Missions étrangères de Paris) and played a significant role in bringing Catholicism to my country in the 19th century. Unfortunately he was martyred in Korea subsequently.
Thank you to these missionaries who had risked their lives to plant the seed of faith in other parts of the world.
Please pray for me !
I've been torn as of late, feeling particularly called but also particularly unworthy and unqualified. I'm a 21-year-old guy. Please pray for my discernment
Same here. Praying for you!
I will.
May God boldly show you your path🙏 In Jesus name, I pray to God Almighty. Amen
Just remember that you can never be worthy. Our answer to a vocation can never be worthy, only grateful.
Like Mary, just say “yes”. ✝️🙏👍
Dallas Jenkins, creator of the Chosen, often says something similiar. "I don't have to feed the 5000, I just need to provide the loaves and fish."
I'm the son of a priest in an Oreintal Church. Our Church is structured in a way that everyone has close relationships with each other in their respective parishes. As the son of a priest, I was blessed and privileged to be within the love of so many people. A new set of people every 3 years as my father was transferred to a different parish. At the same time I was in a strong mental pressure to follow my father's foot steps. Everyone saw my father in me, everytime someone saw me people used to call me the next priest, Junior Father. They were doing this out of love for my father, but in time I started to hate the priesthood.
Only during my late teens did I start reverting back to the Church. I was still confused as to my calling so I did secular studies in finance and investment. I just turned 25 and now I am clear as to where God wants me to go. I will start my theological studies in 2022 if God wills. I hope I can do my best for Him and the Holy Church.
Prayers to you my friend.
Thank you for bringing it up. I have prayed for you
I will keep you in my prayers! God bless 😊🙏🏻🌟
Fr. Casey, you are one of the most pure-hearted priests out there. Glad to have you in the Church, we need more people like you 🙏
Amen
I'm 23, came back to the church after being a hardcore atheist and hostile to the idea of religion. Catholicism now guides every decision i make, i can't imagine living without Christ. Thank you father, words can't express how grateful i am for having you making such amazing content that i can share with my friends.
Same boat, except 31
Let Jesus guide you, not idol worshipping catholics. These people are full of religion just like the pharasees
When my aunt died, the priest who performed the service at the cemetery, was very old. His son helped him with the service. The priest was married, raised a family, and became a priest after the death of his wife. You never know when you will be called!
@@ghostapostle7225 Not at all. You don't have to be "virgin" to become priest, you only have to be unmarried. And when you are a widow, you ARE unmarried. So you can become a priest in full.
@@ghostapostle7225I live in Florida,Diocese of Venice, and we have a married priest with children. Check it out.
@@Laurelin70 I live in Florida,Diocese of Venice. We have a married priest with children.Check it out.
@@elladumaplin6922 I read about a priest who was married for over 30 yrs, raised 6 children, his wife died, he made lots of money in fin. services and became a priest late in life over 60, he was sent to Dallas and was doing great -- his life experience helpe dhis ministry greatly
My father was in the seminary, he only had a few months left before he became a Jesuit priest. He was still working at the time as a metal worker- 200ft above the ground and he saw my mom walk by and that was it. He said that it wasn’t hard to leave, he felt that god understood he could do his works just in a different way. May my father Rest In Peace but he helped so many people in rehabs, and helped so many addicts, god chose him for that.
The Jesuits are so corrupt its a good thing he didnt join them
@@mcchickenmuhchicken isn’t it all corrupt at a certain status? I
Twice in my life as a lay person I have given away everything I own except the clothes on my back. While I am poor by earthly standards, I am blessed. I can say from experience that giving until you have no choice but to trust God is liberating. Seeing God take my little bit and use it to his own purpose goes a long way to ease the day to day worries about what tomorrow may bring: feast or famine, doesn't matter. I might live to be 100, or I might die tomorrow, either way, I'm ready for what comes my way.
Amen 😇 🙏
Just the opposite of me . . . I'm always squirreling money away for the future. I'm generous, but only from my excess. This isn't exactly the way to a free and happy life.
Amazing timing for me personally. I will be joining the Society of St. Francis (SSF) in England early next year and you do ponder the questions you discussed. Great stuff!
You give courage and faith to everyone just because of your sincere truth about yourself and us.some are called from this great tslk.LORD I AM NOT WORTHY BUT I HAVE SOMETHING THAY GOD SEES AND I VOUCH FOR THAT .I AM A HAPPY VERY FULLFILED PAULINE SISTER. NOT A SECOND OF TURNING BACK.I LOVE MY WELL SPENT 65 YEARS.THANK YOU JEASU AND MARY.
That's great to hear, best of luck to you
@@theclapaolini4322 what a nice comment!
@@LuisRodriguez-lf1ic thank you! I’m looking forward to it to start.
Be one for all...that's awesome!!
I am a Protestant chaplain, and I found this video very relatable. You certainly have a way with words, and I think your content would be encouraging to people wherever they are on their journey with God. Thank you for serving the church!
God bless you my friend for your openness
God Bless you brother, please convert to the one true church
Reading that thumbnail and then hearing that opening line was hilarious! As someone who’s currently discerning I appreciate the timing of this video, God bless Father!
I wanted to be a priest from about age 5-18. But I didn't study, discern or anything. Then I discovered my Alcoholism and allowed myself to get consumed by this sinful world. But I am very thankful to be back to Catholicism. Anyway, this is another great video by Fr. Casey.
Fr Casey you have inspired me in ways you’ll never know. I’m still struggling in my relationship to the Catholic Church but my faith in God is stronger than ever. Love and peace from the UK.
Fr. Casey,
Your videos helped me enter the fullness of the faith on October 23, 2021 with my dad. Even before my confirmation, I have been pondering the priesthood since April. I want to desire the Lord’s will more deeply and follow faithfully. Glory to Christ!
Ever since I nearly died from sepsis and lost my right leg, I have felt a deeper calling but...can I, a middle aged woman who is an above the knee amputee follow a calling like that? I am praying for God's guidance and if any of my Brothers and Sisters here prayed for me, I'd be deeply grateful. Thank you, Father Casey, you have given me a lot to think about.
Hello, I don't know you but I felt absolutely compelled to write this reply. What you have gone through has given you strength, insight and faith. I am certain of it because I too have a disability. I've had cerebral palsy all my life because it is a birth defect and it has made me a better person. You are the same woman you were before you had sepsis and a resulting amputation and in some ways, I'm sure you are forever for the better. The stuff you may not be capable of now is incidental in the bigger picture. That's not to say that your limitations aren't a gigantic pain in the butt and super frustrating at times but they are not you. They are not your physical Temple of the Holy Spirit and certainly they are not your mental and spiritual heart that is drawn into a deeper calling and friendship with God. Again, I know of what I speak because I was and am in the same boat (Christ's boat when He gave Peter the faith and ability to trust and walk toward Him despite his doubts, faults and failings).
Even if that's all true and it is, how does someone with a disability practically live an explicit deeper calling of consecrated life? I offer a unique possibility as a longtime associate of The Franciscan Missionaries of Jesus Crucified: Members live as consecrated seculars in the world, sharing and participating as a community, each in his or her own place. What binds us is not common life but shared spirituality lived out by each of us with a personal apostolate that is possible through a Promise of Prayer in addition to the vows. Members don't take solemn vows but simple vows of poverty, chastity and obedience (not to a superior but to God, His church and the Community Rule of Life) that are proclaimed publicly. An associate like me lives the life and is part of the community without taking vows. The community is Franciscan in its spirituality and each one of us lives with Lady Poverty in many forms through our disability(ies) or by acceptance of
other's "differently-able-ness". Like St. Francis, we have a mission to build God's Church. We do it by carrying our cross and helping others carry theirs. That is our charism which can be lived out in many different situations and ways. The FMJC is the only consecrated Community specifically for people with disabilities in the United States, if not in the world.The church needs us and so we are to be a gift to Her. Perhaps like Elijah or perhaps more like the Widow, our gifts seemingly insignificant are offered without reserve for the good of The Universal Church. We are an association of the faithful under the auspices of the Holy See, aspiring to have enough members to be a Secular Institute.
Everything I've written so far is meant to convey our spiritual essence. To more directly address your question as to whether or not you could live the life of a deeper calling with a disability, the answer is unequivocally yes. I offer one supportive example. Many FMJCs are severely disabled and part of our charism is to help each other in very concrete ways. Before she passed away, one of our members with extremely severe cerebral palsy had to be fed and assisted with every life activity, including speaking. Over the years, when we were together on retreat, everybody pitched in and helped Adele to the best of our ability and in turn, we were the recipients of the spiritual joy of her deep prayer. God may call someone despite her handicap but in keeping with His countercultural bent, He often calls a person because of his disability.
This reply is much longer than I intended it to be but I think the Holy Spirit was asking me to share about our little community, called into being because of, with and through our various disabilities. Reply to my reply if you'd like more information please. In the meantime, be blessed and try not to doubt yourself because you are a cherished daughter of God the Father who made you perfectly just the way He wanted to in His image. Disability doesn't change that. In fact, when we least expect it, sometimes it reminds us of it. God loves you just exactly as you are right now in the present moment. Be at peace.
One of the most profound things I have ever read is this: “A true Priest is one who does good, and continues doing good no matter what else happens. They just shoulder their load and continue to demonstrate doing good.” Mercedes Lackey.
Not a priest but a church musician here. I have long been a church musician. Part of the worship team. Lately an opening came up to be the worship leader. I was terrified of the responsibility (still am in some ways) but, I felt God calling me to step up. So glad I did. I love leading the congregation in worship through song. Thank you Father Casey. This video touched my heart this morning. Be blessed Brother.
Greetings from Fr. Alok "Ministry" from India. Beautiful message for the people trying to discern their call. I too went through similar experiences as a chose to be a Doosan Priest. Thank you. I am going to share this message with my parishners.
When you said, “Prayer is so important to you, have you ever considered doing this for the rest of your life”? That really hit me. Currently discerning a call to religious life and if I can be honest, classes and school just get in the way of my prayer life. And as you said at the beginning of the video about not wanting to be anything other than a priest, I feel the same way. I can’t imagine not becoming some type of religious.
Your last sentence is so important!
I'm going through the same thing - feeling like my life and school work are getting in the way of my prayer. I just want to go to mass every day, pray the divine office, and serve in a simple capacity. But at the same time, I'm also attracted to marriage. People tell me that my studies are currently God's will for me and I should foucs on those, but I'd much rather be reading scripture or meditating on God. Discernment can be so difficult.
I'll be praying for you both!
@@nickk4851 WE’RE LITERALLY THE SAME PERSON. That’s exactly how I feel minus the marriage part, but I so understand how you’re feeling! I’m so praying for you!
In glad that I came across this video. Thank you Fr. Casey. So profound. This video, having a calling, is making me think as to why I'm called to serve. God bless.
We are thankful that you became a priest Fr. Casey. You have been a huge part in my journey to God. I learned a lot from your homilies and reflections. May God continue to bless you Fr. Casey. Peace! 🙏🏻
i really wish I can attend one of your masses because you are an awesome preacher. Thank you for saying yes and may God bless you.
I think this is the first video ever in yt that i felt it speak to me from person to person.
I'm not catholic, not planning to became a priest. But I'll try to be better and do things for my church the best I can so the Lord can make good use of me.
If not an Elijah, then be the widow. This is such a beautiful, enlightening thought. Thank you.
I remember the sitcom "Living Biblically". They had this episode where they built a house but Chip, the lead character, was frustrated because the his co-workers were more concerned about how they would look in the papers and on social media than actually completing the house. So he chastised them about it and they left. The priest and rabbi explained to him about people not being perfect anyway but doing God's work. The rabbi even cited Samson was a womanizer, David was an adulterer, and Noah was a drunk. They are flawed people but they did God's word.
By the way, it would be interesting to hear Fr. Casey's take on that show. It's no longer on air (only lasted for one season), but I am one of the few people who really enjoyed it because of the lessons taught and how the values in the Bible is applied to real life.
Thank you for your nice words Father. Hopefully many can understand their calling, your testimony may play a role in that. I myself will receive my ordination to the priesthood this Saturday. It's truly a beautiful life.
A beautiful video. I watched with tears in my eyes remembering a dear, good man who also felt unworthy. Happily, he was encouraged to do it anyway.
This is quite possibly the most moving video you've posted thus far, at least for me. Though I feel that you and I have different stations in life, your sentiments resonate with me deeply. I myself am ill-equipped to take on the auspices and responsibilities of priesthood, but I do feel an analogous calling within the upper echelons of academia. Specifically, I've been trying to figure out how I can optimally hone and apply my holistic skill set as an anthropologist in order to benefit mankind. While some of the prospects of this discipline seem daunting and beyond my grasp, I have to remember my intrinsic motivations. Though it is sometimes difficult to determine what I do out of prudence as opposed to egoism, and this vexation leaves me feeling inadequate; unworthy. My purportedly rational doubts have proven to be double-edged swords that I've fallen on far too often. When is it appropriate for one to have confidence in their actions and endeavors? Ultimately, I just have to have faith that whatever I choose to do is beneficial to somebody, somewhere, no matter how slightly.
I pray that I get the strength to help others before myself. You explain things so well. Thank you
I have to say without knowing you personally you seem like a compassionate, open minded, and gentle hearted shepherd overall. Personally, I am glad that God gave you to us as a priest. I also think that you are one of the most if not the most talented apologists and teachers that I have ever seen. I have been immersed in religion for the last two or four years, so I have seen quite a few and none who appealed to me quite like you, for your deep understanding of so many issues from so many angles. God have mercy on us all because there are many things that we do not yet know which will cause us to be “cut to the heart” (Acts 2:37) in coming years. Read the opening chapters of the Book of Revelation and the little apocalypse in the Gospels take it to heart, believe it everyone. Sure I will encourage vocations when I can.
Thanks so much! I appreciate it!
@@BreakingInTheHabit man Catholics and Roman Catholics are two different versions of the same religion and the only difference between them is this. Catholics worship Jesus and don’t pray to Rosary while Roman Catholics worship Mary and pray to Rosary.
@@BreakingInTheHabit Every catholic prays to Mary. It's not a worship,we pray to Mary to help us get closer with God and to thank her for her son!
We seem to always be called to do something we didn’t want. I wanted to be a monk when I was a teen, then talked about becoming a priest. I ended up being married. Now married I’m thinking of becoming a deacon, 28 now so got time to concern. But I found my desire to be a priest in the past had prepared me to help lead the domestic church in my household. Believe He calls us to do thing that we at first don’t want to do in order for us to learn to trust Him
Great video put out at a great time - vocation awareness week. My only problem with the timing is that this would have been great material for my homily! I just celebrated my first year of ordination as a permanent deacon and I am always looking for a different perspective on the readings. You had another interesting take a few weeks (months, maybe) ago on the talents. I am trying to take notes for when I am presented with the opportunity to preach on these.
I can't tell you how many times I heard my classmates say, "I'm not worthy." "No, you're not; neither am I. Now let's get the next paper turned in so that God can use us to our fullest unworthy potential!"
God Bless you, Fr. Casey. Maybe we will catch up with you in Florida on your baseball tour!
Thank you so much for this video Father Casey, surely this is something you were called for🙏❤ .You remind me of my own story, which is about my journey towards the christening. I always thought I'm not worthy of that honour, and now, there are just two weeks remaining before my christening. As a 19-year-old student, I start to understand that although I'm not perfect and pure etc., God always finds a way to show me He is there, just if I stop hiding myself behind lies and show myself with all my strengths and weaknesses. I have plenty of them...and yet he loves me
i really love the way the widnow and elijah spoke to the boldness of being a priest to you... please share more of these connections that come to you, it spoke to me through you as well. God bless, Fr. ❤
Fr. Casey, Thank You so much for giving me the spirit to do the best thing of my life. I am living in God's will as a religious person in the first vows. Please pray for me so that I can be humble like you are in your wonderful sharing. God bless you, Father.
Oh my goodness!!! You are such at peace with your calling and so good with yourself. I LOVE this!!!!
What an amazing message! Thank you, Father Casey.
Too late for me to comment this video but Father Casey I can't believe that you were thinking that way. I remember last year when I was in discernment of my vocation to live as a seminarian. You help me through your video. I don't know you personally but I know that you help a lot of people from your videos. Yo had done great job. ❤🙏
How do you manage to make every video of yours so freaking profound and inspiring?? Always moving me to tears 👁💧
Fr Casey , oh so praying many will listen to this video & prayerfully respond😍🙏❤😇
As a 'lapsed' Catholic - and through the random/'algorythmic' nature of what is 'RUclips' - I sometimes come accross inspirational people such as yourself. Thank you for posting - God Bless you!
Thanks you Fr. That testimony makes me love my faith that much more. I pray for priests and seminarians every day and this encouraged me to fervently continue. Priests forever after the order of Melchizedek!
Hi, I´m Friar Rafael OFMCap, I'm from Brazil, I'm learning english. I loved your video, it was so amazing, thanks for these words, God bless u and your vocation!
I'm a sinful but ROCKING CHATECHISM TEACHER!!! YOU ROCK BROTHER (Father)! This New Yorker has your back! 🥯🥯🍷🍷
I am new and young to the faith. I always had this problem in shyness and fear of sharing the things I like to others. Ever since I repented and accepted Christ as my savior I had this feeling or urge to share the gospel or bible verses in social medias due to covid. At first it was scary and felt like no one would even like me more and constantly doubting myself and God, but when I then started to share people and my friends actually became supportive and proud of me I became more confident and started to pray everyday and always made sure to have a quiet time with God. Best blessing I have ever recieved from God. I will start to focus to attend in church but sadly schoolworks are also in the way. May God be with us all.
I ignored the call that was like a whisper for a long time and now I’m 28, got a degree I’m no longer passionate about and riddled with student loans , and now it’s like a roar to become a priest…
I’m a 26 year old single man and I want to be married but cant find a wife, and I really want to have a family. Is struggling with women an indication that I have a calling to the priesthood? I have had countless talking stages with women and one failed toxic relationship just this year, and im worried I will never find the right woman. I have no interest in the priesthood or religious life or being a permanent bachelor. Been praying to meet my future wife for years but my prayers seem useless. Everyone I know is already in a relationship or engaged and they’re younger than me. I have strong sexual desires that are not sinful, but they’re painful because they’re unfulfilled. Im starting to believe that if God wanted me to find someone special, it would have happened by now.
Im tired of hearing “God’s timing” and “Gods plan” when im just constantly lonely and sad. God doesn’t care that I want a family, let alone a good woman. God would rather have me be depressed and wishing I got married every day instead of actually being married. I do my best to stay physically active. I run 20 miles a week and lift weights. But im short at 5’8. Im feeling desperately lonely. Im worried just because I am struggling to find a wife means im called to be a priest
@@MB_Biggie_Cheese Please don't choose priesthood. As u said, now it may not be the time for u to be with someone.. doesn't mean it'll never happen. Because I fell in love with a priest and he is ahead of your age and I am way more younger than u... And I am Completely Depressed for the fact that he'll have to live alone till his end.. I am going to celebrate my sadness anniversaries 🤧.. so better not choose this path... either u will have to regret over someone or someone will be regretting that they croosed path with u or you both may..🙂
@@NJ-ex3rg I don’t want to be a priest. Its just impossible to find a good woman who wants me. I feel like giving up on everything. They’re all the same online and offline. God hasnt provided despite my prayers.
@@MB_Biggie_Cheese It may sometimes take time to really get someone, who you can love with compassion.. so don't give up on anything go do what u LOVE and enjoy your own life.. then god will truly make u see someone who will love u and whom you can love back.. ❤️🫂
I've recently answered God's call and am taking my first steps for Priesthood and I've been so full of joy
I’m a 26 year old single man and I want to be married but cant find a wife, and I really want to have a family. Is struggling with women an indication that I have a calling to the priesthood? I have had countless talking stages with women and one failed toxic relationship just this year, and im worried I will never find the right woman. I have no interest in the priesthood or religious life or being a permanent bachelor. Been praying to meet my future wife for years but my prayers seem useless. Everyone I know is already in a relationship or engaged and they’re younger than me. I have strong sexual desires that are not sinful, but they’re painful because they’re unfulfilled. Im starting to believe that if God wanted me to find someone special, it would have happened by now.
Im tired of hearing “God’s timing” and “Gods plan” when im just constantly lonely and sad. God doesn’t care that I want a family, let alone a good woman. God would rather have me be depressed and wishing I got married every day instead of actually being married. I do my best to stay physically active. I run 20 miles a week and lift weights. Im worried just because I am still single at my age and struggling to find a wife means I am called to be a priest. Being single isn’t a vocation, its a state in life.
Father Casey.
I am a baptized catholic (unfortunately not practicing at the moment, never knew how...) but I would like to tell you how deeply your videos are touching me. My purpose here is undoubtedly not to be a priest but definitely, through the Church guidance, to give time for the greater Good. Your words opened my eyes on how small actions can impact greatly other people in needs and the Church as well.
A humble request, if you haven’t done any video on the topic yet, I would really like to hear your thoughts on death. How you, as a Father, approach it. How not to fear the unknown etc.
I am not dying, just very curious and keen to have your usual well articulated thoughts.
Best regards
I didn't know the first thing about how to become a practicing Catholic when I started going to Mass. Return to the Mass, seek out a confession, and keep trying even when you stumble.
Take the leap of faith, jump into it...leaving your doubt at the door and rely on trust. Even if it's hard, make yourself trust for an hour and see what happens! Seek our Lord, He awaits you no matter how far you feel from Him.
And on the topic of death, look up "Memento Mori". It helps with that fear of death.
I was a committed atheist for much of my life. If God can work in the life of a poor sinner who despised the church...He can work wonders in your life.
I'll say a prayer for your reversion, God bless you!
@@JetsfanMrT
Thank you for the meaningful words.
It really helps.
Will try my best to take that leap of fate.
Again, thank you.
Bro all you gotta do us go to mass. Even just go to a church and sit quietly before the altar.
God bless you Fr. Casey. May the Lord bless and protect you each day. Thank you for your wonderful ministry.
Nice sharing. Thanks Father 🙏 I'm Catholic from malaysia
Touching words you may not be a priest but be a cup of flour the church needs you I need you
Yes we have to support you through prayers, encouragement and help of any kind possible by us
May God bless you in abundsnce
I am from tamil nadu South India
I assure you of my prayers
All that I can do is only to pray for you
Thanks for your inspiring and honest video
I never even considered being a priest but recently the idea has taken root in my heart and now I'm at least open to a process of discernment.
I appreciate how you can explain so much of our faith so understandably. God bless you!
Awesome, Father. Loved this and shared it with others. God bless you 🙏
I want to thank you so much for your wisdom. This is a total selfish question, do you put any of your videos on Rumble or any other platforms.
In my church this past weekend I was lector. The two readings (1 Kings and Hebrews) really struck a chord.
Wow, such a great video! Thank you father Casey. Greetings from Slovakia.
God bless you father. May god continue the good work he has begun in you. Pax et Bonum! From a little poor OFS in the Rockies. Great testimony.
God bless you,
Ave Maria ,from Nigeria 💪🏾
I am loosing my faith in Christ - I am very impressed when young guys like this still keep on - have a nice day
I lost my faith a while back
Perhaps,for you, this still keeping on . Is your very answer.
"If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." - 1 John 1:9
"As far as the East is from the West, so far has He removed our transgressions from us." - Psalm 103:12
"There is no pit so deep, that God's love is not deeper still." - Corrie Ten Boom
Scripture and Quotes I remember for myself, and I am sharing with you.
@@TruthLivesNow thank, but that won t help - John is reason Nr one I am loosing my faith - John's Gospel is neither Historicaly accurate, nore having anything in common with the other Gospels -
I pray that God would reach out to you through the Holy Spirit to restore your faith. I pray that God would give you a sign that He loves you and cares about you.
Thank you, Father...for touching my soul...for reinforcing my faith, because at any given time that I feel like watching one of your messages, I feel our Sweet Father is commenting on whatever I am going through.
I go through this as a teacher. "I'm not good enough to be a teacher. I'm not patient enough, I'm not kind enough, I'm not knowledgeable enough, I'm not good at connecting with my students, I'm not good at differentiation, I don't have good time management skills." People, including fellow teachers, keep telling me that this is exactly what makes me a good teacher. I strive every day to be better, and I wouldn't do that if I thought I was already great. I try my best to take that to heart on days where it feels like the job is too hard and I'm so underappreciated and students and parents tell me they hate me. I want to be that patient person. I want to be that kind and compassionate person. I want to be more knowledgeable about the subject I teach. I want to make better connections with my students. And so on. And as someone who is only in their second year of teaching, I need more experience. I need to keep working on myself. I'm not a good teacher, but I can improve. I just need to keep going.
We have different vocations. I too felt the call and tried to become a priest, but God has other plans for me. I am now married with two kids. There are ups and downs in having a family but with my wife by my side, we managed to overcome problems and challenges. We have been married for 21 years now. God bless you Fr. Casey and all priests who do the Lord's work in his vineyard.
I’m a 26 year old single man and I want to be married but cant find a wife, and I really want to have a family. Is struggling with women an indication that I have a calling to the priesthood? I have had countless talking stages with women and one failed toxic relationship just this year, and im worried I will never find the right woman. I have no interest in the priesthood or religious life or being a permanent bachelor. Been praying to meet my future wife for years but my prayers seem useless. Everyone I know is already in a relationship or engaged and they’re younger than me. I have strong sexual desires that are not sinful, but they’re painful because they’re unfulfilled. Im starting to believe that if God wanted me to find someone special, it would have happened by now.
Im tired of hearing “God’s timing” and “Gods plan” when im just constantly lonely and sad. God doesn’t care that I want a family, let alone a good woman. God would rather have me be depressed and wishing I got married every day instead of actually being married. I do my best to stay physically active. I run 20 miles a week and lift weights. But im short at 5’8. Im feeling desperately lonely. Im worried just because I am struggling to find a wife means im called to be a priest. Being single isnt a real vocation, its a state in life
"God has not called me to be successful. He has called me to be faithful." Mother Teresa
I love Mother Teresa. My favorite quote of hers is “It is a poverty to decide that a child must die so that you may live as you wish.” Her use of the word poverty in this context is so amazing. I had to look up the definition. It was the perfect word.
I am originally from Malaysia and I am so so blessed to have met mother Teresa during my studies in India, I never realized she would be a Saint, but I saw her work with the poor the very poor 😢. I wish I took a picture, little did I know who I was standing next to .
Could you make a video about the rosary? What is it, how it's used and how it came to be.
Thank you very much for these videos anyways. My country is mostly protestant and I find it very interesting to hear about Catholicism from an expert, yet still so broad and accessible
This is great! Thank you and God bless you. Nice to see a younger priest who understands the Holy Spirit. God has called you and you listened I see a gifted priest. Prayers to you.
I also have this kind of feeling of being called to be a priest. I took the entrance exam for priesthood, but sadly wasn't able to make it on an interview. The priest said to me that they cannot accept me to enter seminary as of this time... Now i don't know if God is really calling me to priesthood, or maybe it's just a mere feeling.
I’m a 26 year old single man and I want to be married but cant find a wife, and I really want to have a family. Is struggling with women an indication that I have a calling to the priesthood? I have had countless talking stages with women and one failed toxic relationship just this year, and im worried I will never find the right woman. I have no interest in the priesthood or religious life or being a permanent bachelor. Been praying to meet my future wife for years but my prayers seem useless. Everyone I know is already in a relationship or engaged and they’re younger than me. I have strong sexual desires that are not sinful, but they’re painful because they’re unfulfilled. Im starting to believe that if God wanted me to find someone special, it would have happened by now.
Im tired of hearing “God’s timing” and “Gods plan” when im just constantly lonely and sad. God doesn’t care that I want a family, let alone a good woman. God would rather have me be depressed and wishing I got married every day instead of actually being married. I do my best to stay physically active. I run 20 miles a week and lift weights. But im short at 5’8. Im feeling desperately lonely. Im worried just because I am struggling to find a wife means im called to be a priest
I'm happy to hear that you have made a good adjustment to priesthood. That would be terrible for you and an injustice if you have never been happy in your career as a priest which in some ways you didn't choose. You are right. None of us can be truly happy when there is not enough generosity to go around.
Thank you for your great words. You deepened and refreshed my understanding of what we all, who wish to follow Jesus, are called to offer in fact our all. I am not a Roman Catholic and I do not understand the words "and offer these offerings". Do you mean the renewal of the sacrifice of our Lord or do you mean our personal offerings, such as helping, giving food, etc. Further I want to say that I am surprised to see how many serious persons reacted on your words.
This is a truly inspiring sharing....helps me in understanding my own vocation in a much better way...God bless you Fr. Casey
Fr. Casey, Honestly, I'm discerning Franciscan Priesthood.
Thank you for this message. A willingness to serve.
O Lord, am I on the path in serving You the BEST? May Your Will be Done🙏🏾❤️🙏🏾
I have been called to preach. (something I’ve wanted to do for at least 10 years. But God kept shutting doors. So I kept praising him and worshiping. I prayed if it was something he wanted me to do, he would remove all obstacles. Well, conversely, he put obstacles in my path. I believe he was saying “Not yet.” I had promised God that I would not preach anything but his word. And he kept working on me. Finally this year, he said “Yes.” My last sermon was titled, “How little can we do for God?” It is that very idea that we are not all preachers but we all have a part in God’s work. My husband feeds the poor; I serve two small churches. God is good.
Hi Father!
What is the title of the book you mentioned with the passage from Pope Benedict on I want to be a Priest?
Thank u so much for being so open and honest! I truly enjoy ur videos! God Bless!
So well said. Thank you Fr Casey.
Hello frior. I was in the Seminary for five years. But I am out. When I was in the Seminary always well talented guys are accepted by fathers. I didn't have any tallents other than a grave Desire to live for Christ alone. And to serve the church whole heartily. I was ready to do anything for the conversation of sinners. And to give up anything. But fathers liked only recommend only who was acting. I was against one priest who raped my friend. So both of us send away. Today that priest is looking good but we. When I was praying formator thought I'm mentally sick. Your video is amazing. Still I'm with the same Desire but with many discouragements. Please pray for me. I feel to join another congregation and serve Jesus. Your videos are very inspiring. What shall I do
Don't go.. Go have another career... U can still be in service to Christ 🤍
Wonderful insight! Your videos are impactful and motivating: Keep them coming! 👍😊
Hey there,
I used to watch your channel as well as other Christian channels a few years ago when I was thinking about coming back to Christianity. I was having a very hard time in my life and felt that I was missing something (i.e. Faith)- and while I do accept the laws of the Universe and general and natural philosophy, I still feel empty in side. Fast forward to now and I am getting that same feeling again. I tried coming back to my old Church and reached out via email to the priest there a year or two back on how to come back to the Church, but I ended up flaking because I was just so nervous and didn't know what to do. I would very much like to do something about it this time around. I am looking to come back, but I do not know what to do. I tried looking up advice here on RUclips but there were was not much advice that I found useful. I would really appreciate it if perhaps sometime you could talk about how those who lost faith can come back to Catholicism to myself and others like me can find a way home.
Thank you,
-Someone feeling very lost
Is there a way I can get in contact with you padre. I require your prayer in something really important regarding discerning if I'm being called to the priesthood.
This is a good message to give and receive. Thanks!
Thank you for that forward encouragement, being a priest was my thought but now it left me to say what now!, first is the age limits I am 73, but I think to myself that I am 40, never been married, served my country, but now I need a hip replacement, had radiation on the prostate, and use a walker, so then I thought God is still using me, I served in the Mormon church but no longer I promise that I will not judge others, be kind, help when it is needed, and find your you tube thoughts to be well noted. God loves that.William:
I've been struggling with feelings of unworthiness- just in general, in regards to my whole person and life. Thank you for this video, your words mean a lot to me.
Whoahh, i felt like that, the thought of being a nun, to pursue religious life.. that fear. But thankful for the Lord's patience, persistence, and providing ways to understand religious life in a good light, and what an honor it would be to serve Him and others. Good points.
Nowadays, it's the desire to be a religious sister in community. Nun was all i knew, but God is working in/thru me, to sim to be of service to Him, as i long to be a religious sister. Thy Will be done, in His time, in His way.
We are praying for you, Father. God bless you
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. 🙌🙏✝️❤
Thank you so much for being so humble, always enjoy your channel
Who needs some flour? Father Casey, this one, well, moved me. Thank you and God Bless you.
Fr casey if you could help on this question on what basis some books have been deemed inspired and some removed back in the day also since there one holy spirit the 3rd person of the holy trinity who helps us interpret the Bible why so many different dominations/ interpretation of the Christian faith?. Thanks for your help.
Such a great video. My prayers are with you. 🙏🏼
Thank you Fr Casey
None of us are worthy. But that is the whole point. That is why Jesus came. We are all called to some vocation. Me, it was to be husband, father, teacher, and lay minister. In myself, I am unworthy but by doing my best to be open to God, He makes me worthy. Now that I look back on a very blessed life, I see that the greatest impact that I've had is when I was doing the little things not the heroic efforts.
What a great perspective on that story. Definitely food for thought. Thank you! G-d bless.
These videos are invaluable and offer a real candid insight to all our human insecurity thankyou
It never ceases to amaze me how God chooses the most broken to show is beautiful glory.
Hello Fr. Casey, I know that your located within the Diocese of Savannah but your not listed in the priest directory. Why is that? Have you transferred elsewhere?
Thinking maybe society needs to rethink worthiness as the golden ring. The realest people who struggle and know the human heart can be the best servants of Christ. I want someone down in the trenches with me with a flash light to help to get me out of there. Bringers of Christ - bring hope , love , light.
Thank you for having the humble courage to be honest and real.
Fr. Casey, I love your show, but I have question about discernment. The thing is I have thought and prayed about vocations myself, but I am a bit older and married. And... I really like cats. I mean a lot! Would this disqualify me, or anyone else I might encourage to be a priest or deacon? Thanks and God Bless!
If you are married you can become a deacon and not a priest in the catholic church.