Vocations in the Diocese of Greensburg

A vocation to the priesthood, diaconate, consecrated life, marriage or single life is a response made by an individual who has been called by God.

The term ‘vocation’ comes from the Latin word ‘vocare,’ which means ‘to call.’



This call is always experienced as an invitation. The invitation is freely given and freely responded to because God never pushes or demands. The invitation does require time for reflection.

When the invitation by God is entered into seriously it is referred to as discernment. Discernment is better known as the period of time when an individual makes a serious examination of their personal invitation.

The period contains varying elements, including questions, doubts, prayer, research and personal growth. Discernment is different for everyone, yet carries similar experiences. When the discernment process has concluded, a decision has been made by the individual to give a personal response.

A vocation is a combination of God’s call and personal response. Learn more about a Catholic vocation or contact an office below for more information.

Office for Clergy Vocations
Father Jonathan J. Wisneski, co-director
Father Larry J. Kulick, co-director
Christina Mason, secretary

Office for Lay Ecclesial Ministry
Marsha Kable, director
Christina Mason, secretary

Office for Evangelization and Faith Formation
Marriage Preperation and Enrichment
Robert Sherwin, managing director
Rick and Leeanna Ryba, trainers

Office for the Permanent Diaconate
Father Jonathan J. Wisneski, co-director
Father Larry J. Kulick, co-director
Marsha Kable, liaison
Christina Mason, secretary