Discernment 101

Fr. Mike Schmitz explains ​that it is best to focus on one thing at a time when discerning a vocation. Not only is it most prudent to discern ​​just one vocation at a time;​ ​it is​​​ also important to take discernment ​one step at​ ​a time. When we discern with this kind of care and commitment, the path God desires for us should become clear.

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[aidaruilova]

Discern one vocation at a time! Great reminder! You're wonderful, Father Mike!

[S_P_youtube]

"Clarity follows action." Perfectly said!

[NorthernWind]

"Take action. Be a saint" Love that quote!

[TMHoff-mxdr]

My husband and I met through a friend over a phone call. We met in person for the first time a few weeks later. After only one day together, we both confessed that we felt we were called to marriage. We dated 3 more years and will be celebrating 13 years of marriage on May 27th. I do believe in some cases, the Holy Spirit gives you a very clear discernment!

[jcpenny]

This was really helpful. I am discerning whether I will go into religious life. I have gone to some convents and gone to some masses where they are taking their vows. I'm not sure what I am to do, but I got plenty of time before I am even old enough to join a convent. I know that God does like to speak through people's desires. Prayers for me and my sister (who is also discerning) would be greatly appreciated:) God bless you all!

[CristinaRodriguez-cing]

This video helped me answer the reason to so much of my anxiety. I have been trying to discern too many areas of my life at once & not taking enough action to gain solid clarity. Thank you so much!

[annomaly]

I was just praying earlier what step to take then this guy says, “Just take one step”

Prayer answered 👌

[abigailwhite]

Youre so wise father Mike! You feel like a spiritual coach

[anthonyzouki]

Wow, moment of providence stumbling across both of your videos, this is exactly what i needed to here father. I have been trying to discern two vocations simultaneously. Thank you so much! Now i have a better way of how to go about it ❤

[PockASqueeno]

I'm a Protestant, and I've never totally understood why priests, monks, and nuns aren't allowed to marry. However, this video kind of clarifies that. It just makes things simpler.

[pastorclay]

told my wife on the week we meet that I had prayed and God layed it on my heart to marry her. we meet thanksgiving and married Dec 21st 2001, been married ever since.

[teddybriar]

Fr. Mike you're actually the best. Keep being amazing, God blesses you in so many ways!

[catherinevaughanpoet]

Oh thank you Father. Best line: "Discern where you're at. You can only discern one vocation at a time."

[littleeyes]

Thanks for the heads up on only discerning one vocation at a time. I was starting to think about religious life but still considering dating. Prayers please as I continue discerning just the religious life. God's Will be done.

[ilditos]

I am 53 and deciding about it. No love relationship with anyone but trying to get what God wants of me.
Next week I will spend 5 days in.a monastry in Spain, where I live because I feel I want to follow the contemplative life. Thanks for the tips.

[rociomartinez]

Father mike, you’ve led me through the darkest nights

[FreedomandBaconHomestead]

Knocking it out of the park again! Great video, Fr. Mike!

[raerae]

Thank you SO much! This was exactly what I needed to hear. I’ve been praying the rosary daily asking for discernment about what to do about my job. It’s now clear to me on the next steps that I should take. Thanks father and thanks be to GOD.

[bradwilliams]

Thank you. I don’t feel called to a religious vocation but I do feel called to seek religious counsel and possibly religious volunteering until God places me in the proper vocation. One thing I am certain is that I am being called to a position of service.

[sofiaelizondo]

You are so like Christ. Thank you for God loves you :) and is proud of you