Lesson Three
Theme: Called to Spiritual Fatherhood
Topic: Holy Priesthood
Overview
Students will reflect on the significance of the vocation to the priesthood. They will identify the effects of the grace of Holy Orders, especially the priest’s role in administering the sacraments.
Additional Student / Classroom Resources
Video: Fishers of Men
(18 min) This inspirational documentary portrays the strength and beauty of the Catholic priesthood.
Video: The Great John Paul on his Vocation
(2 mins) Actual footage of St. John Paul II speaking about hearing God’s call to be a priest.
Resources for Parents & Teachers
Catechism of the Catholic Church
Catechism of the Catholic Church: especially paragraphs 1539-1571
Link: Resources from USCCB
Resources for schools on how to promote vocations to the priesthood.