Be Attentive: Conversations on Vocational Discernment

Dear Brothers, I am very happy to share with you information regarding an upcoming retreat at HCHC – Be Attentive: Conversations on Vocational Discernment, that will take place on March 15-18, 2023. This retreat is open to 30 men who will be asked to Be Attentive to God’s voice and whether He is calling them to serve as ordained clergy. Please forward the information below to your parishioners and post on all of your parish’s social media platforms. You can view a promotional video by clicking here and access more information regarding the retreat by scrolling below or by clicking here. Thank you. Rev. Fr. Peter Orfanakos President Archdiocesan District Clergy Syndesmos Be Attentive: Conversations on Vocational Discernment The direction to “be attentive” is repeated throughout the Divine Liturgy. With it, we are called to direct our attention to God speaking to us through the sacred scriptures or offering Himself to us in the mystery of the Eucharist. We invite men of any Orthodox Christian jurisdiction who may be considering ordained ministry to come and Be Attentive to God’s voice speaking in their life, to help discern their vocation. Over the course of the event, participants will engage in directed discussions with each other and eminent clergy to deeply investigate what the Church believes about Holy Orders, what her clergy are truly called to do, and the results of faithful servant ministry in the parishes, the Church at large, and the whole world. This retreat is offered to the Glory of God under the auspices of the Chaplain of Holy Cross Memorial Chapel. In the interest of keeping these discussions as fruitful as possible, space is limited. Click here to fill out the inquiry form and to find out more information regarding this retreat.