Spirituality of the Diocesan Priest

Due to the limited knowledge about the spirituality of diocesan priests, they are often grouped with their religious counterparts or mistakenly seen as secular and lacking a formal spirituality. This is not the case: diocesan priests have a proper and distinct spirituality that is deeply rooted in the life of the local Church, a gift no less significant than the spirituality of religious priests.

Covering the entire span of priestly life from the moment of ordination to the final rites, the author does not shy away from various aspects of the ministry and states of life: fraternity among the clergy and Christian faithful, vocational crisis, ageing, sickness, the healing ministry, and even suspension and laicisation. The book calls for deeper compassion and unity among priests.

This book contributes to the field of diocesan priestly spirituality and spotlights the need for further research on the subject. Ultimately, it stands as a homage to the rich spirituality and faithful service of diocesan priests, inviting readers to recognise and cherish their unique calling.