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    • Holy Marriage“A man shall leave his father and mother and cling to his wife, and the two shall become one.”

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    • The Consecrated LifeMen and women consecrated to intimate union with God through a life of total dedication.

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      • God has a plan for your life.


        The best way to discover God's Will is by pursuing a holy life. It's our primary vocation in life to become a saint!

        As you begin to pray, reach out to God's people in acts of service, and seek spiritual direction, the particular way in which God is calling you to holiness of life to glorify Him will be revealed.

        If you'd like help, please contact our office. You don't have to make the journey alone!
         

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    • Deacon Albert Blount and Deacon Joseph Bresowar
      Introducing our newly ordained deacons 

        • Bishop Duca Announces New Clergy Assignments
          May 14
          - The Chancery
          Bishop Duca Announces New Clergy Assignments
          Bishop Duca, in consultation with the Clergy Personnel Board, announces the following appointments for the Diocese of Baton Rouge. In addition to new assignments, he also recognizes those who are retiring or have requested leaves of absence.
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      • Prayer for Vocations:
        Diocese of Baton Rouge 

        "Compassionate Heart of Jesus, graciously listen to our prayers.  Give us generous hearts to respond to your call in our lives.  Lift up these courageous men: Albert, Joseph, Huy, Josh, Aeli, Jeremy, Blair, Austin and Isaac, willing to follow after Your Heart as priests.  Help parents and teachers to share the faith and to encourage young people to explore religious vocations.  Guide all people, Lord, in your ways of compassion, truth and peace, that we may find happiness in fulfilling our vocation.  Amen"

    • Find Out More About The Seminaries

      • Saint Joseph Seminary College
        Saint Joseph Seminary College
      • Notre Dame Seminary School of Theology
        Notre Dame Seminary School of Theology
      • About the Office of 
        Vocations & Seminarians

        The Diocesan Vocations Office coordinates efforts of recruitment and formation of diocesan priests, and in cooperation with religious superiors, members of institutes of consecrated life (religious sisters, priests and brothers). By working with clergy and laity in the promotion of priestly and religious vocations, and by collaboration with seminary officials and formation directors, the Vocations Office seeks to provide dedicated and competent leaders for the Church.

      • Our Staff

        • Rev. Joshua D. Johnson
          Rev. Joshua D. Johnson
          Director of Vocations | Office of Vocations & Seminarians
          Pastor| Sacred Heart of Jesus, Baton Rouge
          Chaplain | Franciscan High, Baton Rouge
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        • Rev. Andrew J. Merrick
          Rev. Andrew J. Merrick
          Director of Seminarians | Office of Vocations & Seminarians
          Pastor | Christ the King, Baton Rouge
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        • Suzanne Payne
          Suzanne Payne
          Office Manager
          Office of Vocations & Seminarians
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