In our season finale, we dive into the beautiful and often surprising ways God continues to call men and women to religious life and the priesthood. Joined by two special seminarian guests from Pro Ecclesia Sancta—we explore what discernment looks like from the inside: the joys, the fears, the daily life, and the profound adventure of giving one’s life entirely to Christ and His Church.

Through their real stories and honest insights, we unpack how God speaks in the ordinary, how to recognize the movements of the Holy Spirit, and how to respond with freedom and trust. Together, we break open the misconceptions surrounding vocations and highlight the deep human and spiritual beauty found in consecrated life.

Whether you're discerning, curious, or simply seeking inspiration, this episode invites you to rediscover that you are chosen for more—called to a life of mission, love, and deep communion with God.

What does it look like to follow God when it costs something? In this episode, Seminarians Scott and Victor share their stories of saying “yes” to God even when the path wasn’t clear. From sacrifice and uncertainty to unexpected joy and deep peace, their journey reveals how discernment is not just about making decisions — it’s about responding to Love.

Whether you’re discerning a vocation, a relationship, or a new direction in life, this episode will speak to the questions in your heart and help you see how God calls each of us in real, personal ways. Tune in for an honest and hope-filled conversation about trust, courage, and the love that invites us to go deeper.

What does it really mean to be “called” by God? How do we discover the purpose we were created for? In this special National Vocations Awareness Week episode, we welcome Fr. Mauricio for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation about discernment, the joy of following Christ, and the beauty and urgency of vocations in the Church today.

Fr. Mauricio shares stories from the front lines of vocational ministry and offers practical wisdom for anyone seeking to respond to God’s voice — whether through priesthood, religious life, marriage, or the mission of everyday Christian living. Tune in and be encouraged to pray for and support vocations in our parish community — and to trust God’s unique plan for your own life.

In this special episode, we hear directly from the young men who took part in the Quo Vadis Retreat — a weekend of prayer, brotherhood, and discernment. Listen as they share honest reflections, moments of grace, and what God revealed to them along the way. Their words remind us that the call to holiness is alive and personal — and that every journey begins with the courage to ask, “Lord, where are You leading me?”

In this episode of Discerners in Action, three seminarians share their experience of walking the Way of St. James (Camino de Santiago) discovering how the Camino became a living school of discernment. As pilgrims of hope, they reflect on the graces, struggles, and unexpected encounters along the road, showing how each step mirrored the journey of seeking God’s will and trusting that Christ Himself is the true destination.

In this episode, two seminarians share their experiences of ministering among migrant families—encountering Christ in the fields, in camp chapels, and in the everyday lives of people who labor with dignity and faith. Together, they reflect on the joys and challenges of pastoral ministry in these settings, and how these encounters shape their formation for the priesthood.

Through stories, prayer, and honest conversation, this episode invites fellow seminarians to see how serving migrants transforms our understanding of vocation and strengthens our call to be shepherds after the Heart of Christ.

In this episode, we dive into the unique experience of seminarians assigned to serve at a cemetery. Surrounded by silence, prayer, and the reality of life and death, seminarians share how this assignment shapes their journey of discernment. From moments of deep reflection to unexpected encounters of faith, discover how God speaks even in quiet and somber places, guiding hearts toward His will.

Meet the newest seminarians of the Diocese of Sacramento as they share how a simple “yes” to God led them to begin walking on the path towards the priesthood, and ultimately, Holiness. Discover their stories, inspirations, and hopes for the journey ahead.