About this episode

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith discuss the vocation of priesthood and the journey of discernment.

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC, share insights and stories about discerning the seminary, celibacy and priesthood. Fr. Pat talks about witnessing his friend and colleague's consecration to bishop.

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Tom Curran

Guest: Fr. Patrick Smith

Topics covered

• vocation
• priesthood
• celibacy
• seminary
• faith
• discernment

Keywords

• priesthood
• vocation
• celibacy
• seminary
• faith
• discernment
• bishop

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: St. Augustine Catholic Church

Places: Washington, DC

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