Union Presbyterian Seminary equips Christian leaders for ministry in the world
a sacred vocation that requires deep learning, commitment to service, and an ability to read culture and circumstance in the light of the rich resources of scripture and theological tradition.
It is still
a sacred vocation.
Is the priesthood truly
a sacred vocation, rooted in a unique divine call, marking one — like baptism itself — with an indelible character?
Not exact matches
The
vocation of marriage is the one where people are not keeping
sacred their vows these days in comparison to the
vocation of priesthood.
The crucifying impact of sin on the whole human race will inevitably have a devastating impact upon the
sacred humanity of Christ precisely because he is - by right,
vocation and very ontology - ourfinal and plenary union with God.
On the shadow side, this model of
vocation can become twisted by our own misguided expectations — dreams of grandeur or a false demarcation between
sacred and secular work.
It includes both the community's cultic or ritual life (repetitive, symbolic actions expressive of the community's
sacred story) and its people's daily work (
vocation or «profession») in the world.