The calling to
the priesthood and clerical
state are two ways that this call can be fulfilled. The Priesthood
and
Clerical State within the American Catholic Church in the United States
can be
one of excitement and challenge. Our Priests, Brothers and Sisters
engage in
secular employment for their livelihood. This secular employment also
gives us
the opportunity to be in tune with the world; its challenges, joys and
disappointments. It gives us the opportunity to mingle with "The People
Of
God" on a daily basis and to be available to minister to the needs of
individuals as they arise.
As a priest, brother or sister you live
with your
spouse and family; enjoying the benefits of a family and a partner.
This
opportunity allows one to know and understand the family unit. When
called upon
to minister to the greater family of God one knows the trials, joys,
and love
that can come from a life that is spent with another. This helps to
share life
experiences in the ministry of counseling.
Within the American Catholic Church in
the United
States, there is no exclusion of individuals to a vocation that they
feel they
are being called to by God. One can live a celibate or married life,
which are
not obstacles to this vocation.
Incardination is also acceptable in The
American
Catholic Church in the United States. Incardination is the process by
which a
bishop, priest, or deacon from another Catholic Church with apostolic
succession; whether that be Independent Catholic, Roman Catholic,
Orthodox, or
Anglican; is accepted into this branch of the Catholic Church.
We welcome inquires from those who wish
to accept
the call of Christ "Come Follow Me".
For more information and an application
for
Orders, Clerical State or Incardination in The American Catholic Church
in the
United States, write to:
The
American Catholic Church
in the United States
Vocation Director
PO BOX 726
Buckeystown, MD 21717-0726
Because of confidentiality, we ask that formal, private, and
sensitive requests be done in writing and through the regular mail.
E-Mail is not a
guarantee of confidentiality.