The Personal Vocation | EP7 | Rev. Scott Birchall

Rev. Scott Birchall holds many positions at St. Augustine's Seminary. He is the Director of Discipleship Stage, Director of Pastoral Formation, and the Director of Field Education.

He took some time out of this very busy schedule to share his journey faith, what it's like helping men become priests, and tidbits we can all use in our journey in faith.

If you feel called to the priesthood, or know someone that is considering it, but have not taken the first step reach out, here are the details for the formation office.They will be happy to chat with you.

[email protected]

416-934-0606

A journey towards priesthood begins with a prayer followed by many little steps in faith.

"Little by little, one travels far."

Timestamps

0:00 - Intro
0:32 - Rev. Scott’s faith journey and beginnings
8:09 - First consideration of priesthood as a path
11:27 - Signs to Dive into the Seminary
14:59 - What is a Spiritual Director?
17:17 - Diocesan Priest vs Religious Order
18:40 - How to become a Priest?
24:20 - Academic influence in Teachings of faith
28:18 - How has being a Teacher affected your faith?
30:41 - How can we get more priests in the Seminaries?
37:34 - Advice for Viewers
40:05 - Outro