As the World Day of Prayer for Vocations approaches on 21 April 2024, the Perth Vocations Office encourages our community to be part of a day of reflection and celebration.
This day, also known as Good Shepherd Sunday, holds profound significance as it marks the 61st anniversary of the initiative, originally introduced by Saint Paul VI during the Second Vatican Council in 1964.
This year, the focus of World Day of Prayer for Vocations remains on praying for and promoting all vocations, whether they be in ordained ministry, religious life, married life, or single blessedness. It’s a day to recognise the diverse ways individuals are called to serve God and their communities.
Access World Day of Vocations resources and ideas for your parish and community
The Perth Vocations Office is pleased to share the following support resources and materials to help everyone within the Perth Catholic community – and beyond – to acknowledge and celebrate the day on 21 April.
Include the Perth Vocations Prayer onto prayer intercession for mass at your parish on Sunday 21 April.
Watch and listen to Sr Chau’s vocations story as a Dominican Sister, dedicated to promoting the general welfare, health, and full development of children.
Message of His Holiness Pope Francis for the 2024 World Day of Vocations – Called to sow seeds of hope and to build peace.
Read Pope Francis’ message for the 2024 World Day of Vocations
Access resources from National Religious Vocations Conference
The National Religious Vocations Conference has a number of resources – free and for purchase – on their website to support us in answering God’s calling.
