Mission and Goals

Mission
The Saint John Vianney House of Discernment assists men typically between the ages of 20-45 in the discernment and development of a priestly vocation, providing them the foundation for subsequent entry into seminary, through a shared community life of prayer and worship; spiritual, personal and intellectual development; and pastoral service.

Goals
To provide a prayerful environment for residents discerning a call to ministerial priesthood.

To assist in a smooth transition from secular life to seminary formation.

To serve as a welcoming bridge for residents who may come to Alaska from diverse cultures.

To provide the spiritual, personal, pastoral, communal and intellectual tools necessary to help a resident discern a call to ministerial priesthood.