Fr John Paul Escarlan, Director of Priestly Vocations in the Diocese of Paramatta, has created this video for the 58th World Day for Vocations, also known as Good Shepherd Sunday. Featured in this video is Fr Carl Ashton, Parish Priest at Sacred Heart Parish, Mt Druitt South, and parishioners who speak of his wonderful ministry over his 40 years in the parish. To find out more about a vocation to the priesthood in the Diocese of Parramatta, visit www.parracatholic.org/seminary, contact the Holy

What is Vocations Sunday and why we pray for those who are called. Celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Easter. This is an opportunity to pray for those who are called in Priesthood and Consecrated life. We pray for those who called to open their hearts and respond generously to the Lord's call. We also pray for the families and communities that they will encourage the young to discover God's particular call for service. Why do we pray for the priests and those in consecrated life like the nuns. -

Today is Vocations Sunday — Good Shepherd Sunday — a day to pray for those God is calling and to thank Him for those already living out their vocation with love and courage. The sheep that belong to me listen to my voice… I know them, and they follow me. (John 10:27) #VocationsSunday #GoodShepherdSunday #PrayForVocations #VivaIlPapa #CatholicChurch #GodIsCalling #downandconnor | Down & Connor - Vocations