This is the first talk in a four-part series of vocation talks given by Fr. Brett Brannen at a discernment retreat.

In this talk: Fr. Brannen introduces himself and tells his vocation story; Review of the basics of vocation; primary, secondary, occupation; Who will you bring with you into heaven?

This is the second talk in a four-part series of vocation talks given by Fr. Brett Brannen at a discernment retreat.

In this talk: What is priesthood? What do priests do?

This is the third talk in a four-part series of vocation talks given by Fr. Brett Brannen at a virtual discernment retreat.

In this talk: Signs of a vocation to priesthood and characteristics of a good candidate.

This is the final talk in a four-part series of vocation talks given by Fr. Brett Brannen at a discernment retreat.

In this talk: How to discern priesthood. What should I be doing next? The Four I’s; Inspiration, Invitation, Information, Intimacy with Jesus; Learning to pray; serving others! Contacting your vocation director; getting a spiritual director; God cant drive a parked car. Move!

In Session 1, Episode 1 of The Melchizedek Project Podcast, Fr. Brannen talks about his experiences as a priest in the mission Diocese of Savannah, and how priests experience the best—and worst—moments in the lives of their parishioners.

In Session 1, Episode 2 of The Melchizedek Project Podcast, Fr. Brannen talks about how the priest stands "in the Person of Christ" through ordination, and how Jesus uses His priests to bring His Sacraments to everyone.

In Session 1, Episode 3 of The Melchizedek Project Podcast, Fr. Brannen talks about the vocation we all have—the call to holiness—and how holiness leads to joy. Listening for God's call and following will not only lead you to heaven, it will bring you happiness on earth.

In Session 1, Episode 4 of The Melchizedek Project Podcast, Fr. Brannen talks about his own reluctance in following his call to the priesthood, and how Jesus is patient while we overcome fear and lack of trust in discerning His will.

In Session 1, Episode 5 of The Melchizedek Project Podcast, Fr. Brannen talks about a topic on the minds of everyone discerning the priesthood or religious life—sex—and the joy that comes with living The 4 C's; Celibacy, Chastity, Charity, and Cheerfulness.

Is Jesus Christ calling you to be a Catholic priest? Some men think "Yes!" and the answer is no. Many say "No" and the answer is yes. Fr. Brannen talks about what it takes to become a priest, and what it means for you if you have those qualities.

In Session 1, Episode 7 of The Melchizedek Project Podcast, Fr. Brannen talks about something that every Catholic—young or old, man or woman—can do to better follow God's will for their lives; develop a Spiritual Plan of Life.

Readings From:

To Save a Thousand Souls: A Guide to Discerning a Vocation to Diocesan Priesthood

Chapter 6: Developing a Spiritual Plan of Life

Reading #1:  114-115

Reading #2:  116-118