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What If Dad Opposes My Entering a Seminary?

Fr. Edward McIlmail, LC

Q: I want to become a priest someday, and my mom is OK with it. I don’t know about my dad. I told my mom the other night that if Dad wouldn’t want me to enter the seminary, I will still do it, even if it is against his will. Can you please give me some tips? — Nathaniel

Answered by Fr. Edward McIlmail, LC:

It’s great to hear about your interest in the priesthood. It’s a great life!

It sounds as though you aren’t sure where your dad stands. If you are intent on entering the seminary, it might take your dad a while to get used to the idea.

Some parents find it hard to let go of a son. My short advice there is to pray for him and to ask the Holy Spirit to open his heart.

As an adult, you can make your own decision about the seminary.

You won’t disrespect your dad by following what you believe to be God’s will for you. You want to do all this charitably, of course.

Aside from an intense life of prayer and sacraments, be sure to be in touch with a vocation director or seminary official who can help you discern your path.

If God wants you for the priesthood, he will find a way to guide you.

Count on my prayers.

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