The Perth Vocations Office is excited to announce a series of engaging activities and resources to celebrate National Vocations Awareness Week 2024, from Sunday, 4 August to Sunday, 11 August.
The week offers a unique opportunity for our Catholic community to explore and support each other’s vocations journey.
“On behalf of Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB, it is with great pleasure that the Perth Vocations Office – in collaboration with Catholic Youth Ministry and St Charles Seminary – extend an invitation to celebrate and be part of National Vocations Awareness Week 2024,” said Perth Vocations Director, Fr Joseph Laundy.
National Vocations Awareness Week is an annual week-long celebration dedicated to promoting vocations into priesthood, religious life and married life in our Archdiocese of Perth.
In May, Pope Francis emphasised the importance of the formation of men and women religious, urging us to pray for their growth through human, pastoral, spiritual, and community formation.
Fr Joseph said, “National Vocations Awareness Week is our chance to implement the Holy Father’s message within our Archdiocese, promoting vocations to the priesthood and consecrated life through a variety of events and activities.”
There are activities for all abilities and tastes, and here’s how you can get involved!
Sunday, 4 August: Thanksgiving Mass and Refreshments at St Mary’s Cathedral
Kick off National Vocations Awareness Week with a Thanksgiving Mass at St Mary’s Cathedral, celebrated by Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton together with Rectors and seminarians from St Charles and Redemptoris Mater Seminaries. Mass begins at 11am, followed by refreshments. For catering purposes, please RSVP here.
Wednesday, 7 August: Vocations Themed Common Ground with Catholic Youth Ministry
Catholic young adults are invited to the Catholic Pastoral Centre at 40A Mary Street, Highgate for a Vocations-themed Common Ground event. The evening includes:
6:00pm – Adoration
7:00pm – Thanksgiving Vocations Mass with Vocations Director Fr Joseph Laundy
8:00pm – BBQ Dinner
Friday, 9 August: Spiritual Formation Evening at St Charles Seminary
Men aged 17+ are invited to a Spiritual Formation evening at St Charles Seminary to learn about “The Richness of Religious Life” with Fr Adalbert Imperial, Order of the Discalced Carmelites. The evening schedule includes:
5:30pm – Meditation/Spiritual reading
5:45pm – Evening Prayer/Vespers
6:00pm – Dinner
7:00pm – Spiritual Talk
Sunday, 11 August: Soccer Tournament (supported by Football West)
Join seminarians from St Charles and Redemptoris Mater for a friendly soccer tournament at the Sam Kerr Football Centre in Queens Park. The tournament starts with registration at 11:30am.
Refreshments provided and prizes to be won. To close off this epic day, a buffet meal will be provided afterwards. Registration is essential due to limited spaces.
Friday, 9 August – Sunday, 11 August: Little Sisters of the Poor Discernment Retreat
Single Catholic women aged 18-35 are invited to a discernment retreat with the Little Sisters of the Poor, featuring talks, Mass, Divine Office, Adoration, Rosary, Sacrament of Reconciliation, and personal prayer time. The retreat runs from 6pm Friday to 2pm Sunday.
All Week:
Vocations Quiz
Test your knowledge with questions like naming Fr Francis’ recommended readings and identifying the patron saint for priests. The quiz is available until midnight, 11 August. Three winners will be selected for prizes from the Perth Vocations Office.
National Vocations Awareness Week Resources
Access a wealth of materials to support your vocational journey, courtesy of the Australian Catholic Diocesan Vocations Director Conference.
Important Note: Registration is required for all events.
For more information, visit National Vocations Awareness Week 2024.
