Diocesan Priesthood

“At a certain point in my life, I became convinced that Christ was saying to me what he had said to thousands before me: ‘Come, follow me!’”

Pope St. John Paul II

“Come and See” Men’s Priesthood Discernment Retreat

Men ages 16-30 who are discerning diocesan priesthood are invited to join Vocation Director Fr. Daniel Neizer, along with others for a day of discerning the call to diocesan priesthood.

Friday, July 21
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sacred Heart Parish, 125 N. Harrison, Warsaw, IN

Questions? Contact
Christine Bonahoom- Nix
Administrative Assistant, Vocation Office
[email protected]

Step 1 of 4

Participant Name(Required)

First Last

Age on day of retreat(Required)

Please enter a number from 16 to 30.

Phone(Required)

Email(Required)

Participant Address(Required)

Street Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code

Parish name and city(Required)

Please list any dietary restrictions or food allergies.

Attendee: I request to participate in the Come & See Men’s Discernment Retreat. I understand that by requesting to go, I am promising to cooperate with the Retreat Team and the Vocation Office of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. I understand that the intention of the retreat is to help form community and to bring me closer to God. I promise to follow instructions and be open. I also realize that I may not bring or use tobacco products, illegal drugs, or alcohol.(Required)

I agree

Parent/Guardian Permission and Release

This section is to be completed by the parent or legal guardian of the participant.

Parent/Guardian Name(Required)

First Last

Parent/Guardian Phone(Required)

I grant permission for my child to participate in the Come & See Men’s Discernment Retreat sponsored by the Vocations Office of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend on July 21, 2023. This activity will take place under the guidance and direction of seminarians and volunteers from the Vocations Office The individual in charge is Fr. Andrew Budzinski. The retreat will take place at Sacred Heart Parish, Warsaw, IN.(Required)

I agree

As parent and/or legal guardian, I remain legally responsible for any personal actions taken by the above named minor (“participant”). I agree on behalf of myself, my child named herein, or our heirs, successors, and assigns, to hold harmless and defend Sacred Heart Parish, Warsaw, its officers, directors, employees and agents, and the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, its employees and agents, chaperones, or representatives associated with the event, from any claim arising from or in connection with my child attending the event or in connection with any illness or injury (including death) or cost of medical treatment in connection therewith, and I agree to compensate the parish, its officers, directors and agents, and the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, its employees and agents and chaperones, or representatives associated with the event for reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses which may incur in any action brought against them as a result of such injury or damage, unless such claim arises from the negligence of the parish/diocese.(Required)

I agree

Medical Authorization Form

Parents/Guardians must complete, sign and submit this form. Parents are responsible for updating the information on this form should changes occur before the event. Please complete any sections that apply.

In the event of an emergency, I request that the parish make reasonable attempts to contact me (parent/guardian) at the below phone number:

NAME: Emergency Contact (other parent/adult)

NUMBER: Emergency Contact

I understand that decisions concerning the type of emergency medical care or treatment administered are normally made by health care providers and not by the parish/diocese and that exigent circumstances may require the administration of emergency medical care or treatment without my prior consent. However, I have indicated below any treatment preferences I have for my child which the parish/diocese may disclose to a health care provider. (Parents/guardians may check and complete any of the following):

I understand that in an emergency, exigent circumstances may prevent the parish/diocese from contacting me immediately, or the parish/diocese may be unable to reach me. I therefore consent to the parish/diocese taking action which it deems necessary to secure emergency medical care/treatment for my child even if I have not been contacted.(Required)

I agree

Emergency Medical Treatment: In the event of an emergency, I hereby give permission to transport my child to a hospital for emergency medical or surgical treatment. I wish to be advised prior to any further treatment by the following hospital or doctor.

I agree

Family Doctor

First Last

Family Doctor Phone

Preferred Hospital

Preferred Dentist

Receipt of my consent prior to my child receiving major surgery unless the medical options of two licensed physicians or dentists, concurring in the necessity for such surgery, are obtained before surgery is performed.

Yes

Please list any other medical preferences here

The parish/diocese may also disclose the following information to a health care provider:

Insurance Information (Insurance Company Name)

Insurance Information (Policy/Group/Claim No.):

The following information regarding allergies my child has, medication my child is taking, and other medical facts about my child:

I understand that in the event of an emergency, the parish/diocese will make reasonable efforts to notify a health care provider of the above-checked/completed information, but I acknowledge that I am responsible for communicating such information to the appropriate medical personnel.

Yes

Priesthood Ordination

Saturday, June 3
11 a.m.

With praise and thanksgiving, Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades will ordain Deacons Samuel Anderson, Brian Florin, Robert Krisch, Zane Langenbrunner, David Langford, Jacob Schneider, and Ryan Timossi to the Priesthood through the imposition of hands and the invocation of the Holy Spirit.

The ordination will take place on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at 11 a.m. Due to seating capacity, this event is not open to the public, but it will be live-streamed on the home page at diocesefwsb.org.

ABOUT THE PRIESTHOOD

A priest must be first and foremost God’s servant. He must serve the needs of his parish family and the Church with all his strength.

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BASIC STEPS OF DISCERNMENT

We are all called to discern Gods will for us in all stages of life. The following are the basic steps of vocational discernment.

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ABOUT THE SEMINARY

Learn about the seminaries for our diocese, cost of education, what a seminarian should expect, and more.

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MEET THE SEMINARIANS

The Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend is blessed to have 30 seminarians in formation for the priesthood in the 2021-22 academic year.

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RESOURCES

We will send you the most comprehensive and inspiring books ever written for men considering the priesthood, absolutely FREE! We can also connect you to discernment groups for men.

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LITTLE FLOWER HOLY HOUR

Join us monthly as we pray for vocations. Each month is led by a different diocesan priest or deacon.

2022-23 schedule

Diocesan Priesthood

“Come and See” Men’s Priesthood Discernment Retreat

Parent/Guardian Permission and Release

Medical Authorization Form

Photo and Media Consent and Release

Parent/Guardian Signature

Priesthood Ordination

ABOUT THE PRIESTHOOD

BASIC STEPS OF DISCERNMENT

ABOUT THE SEMINARY

MEET THE SEMINARIANS

RESOURCES

LITTLE FLOWER HOLY HOUR