Unsure of God's calling

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I just filled out some information requesting emails to some convents I’m interested in learning more about and I feel so guilty.

I have no clue what it is God wants me to do, all I know is He wants me to work in His Church in some way. But does that mean in a convent or with the man I’m dating now who feels he’s being called to someday be a deacon? Am I supposed to be his wife and help him with that when the time comes? What about the fifteen years we have before that can happen? What am I to do for God now?

I just wish I would know, I wish He would reveal it at least enough for me to know which way to go.

I guess all I can do is pray about it a lot and research/study all of the options that appeal to my heart.

Its just hard and scary. I don’t want to go the wrong way. I hate not knowing what to do.

Sorry, just needed to vent.
 
God loves you, and He wants you to be happy, that’s all. In everything that you want to do, pray for His blessing. And also pray that Holy Spirit will guide you always. 🙂
 
It is the case with a vocation that at times it starts of confused but as you progress in discernment it does get much clearer. 🙂 Sancta Maria Mater Dei Ora Pro Nobis.
 
may I suggest you find a place and a director for an Ignatian retreat based on the Spiritual Exercises, for a week if you cannot manage a whole month. This is the classic method for discerning vocations.
 
If you feel drawn to Religious life, and you follow the opening doors, you will learn soon enough whether God is calling you. Part of the call is being accepted in a community; it’s not just a one-way thing where YOU feel called. Puzzleannie’s advice (as always) is terrific. An Ignatian retreat is powerful. I made the 30-day exercises 30 years ago (under the 19th annotation, which took 2 years), and it changed my life FOREVER.
 
If it helps at all, you are not alone. We all have difficulty discerning our callings. I understand that even Mother Theresa was not always sure of which direction to go. We should all follow her example of continuing prayer and acting in faith.
 
Thanks, I think a retreat would be a good idea. I’m anxious to hear from the places I contacted to see what they think…maybe they would offer me to visit or something.

Its also very comforting to know that many people, even the most pious, have had struggles in knowing what direction to go.

I will to continue to pray and take advantage of whatever doos may open to find out where I need to be.

Thank you all very much for your replys.
 
God always blesses our attempts to discern and pursue His will. Be assured that He does not want you to feel bewildered or lost. He speaks deep down in your heart. When I was still not sure what my vocation was, I visited several religious orders. I saw the beauty of them all, but it was like God “covered” my heart and I didn’t feel a personal attachment or attraction. Then last summer I lived & worked for the Order I will now be joining at the end of this month. I didn’t get some lightning bolt the first day I arrived. For me, a cautious person, it took 5 weeks for me to all of a sudden realize that I FIT! The community and especially the elderly poor whom they serve gave me so much JOY! I believe joy is a key “clue” to discovering the vocation written on your soul. It’s a response to fulfilling the plan in which God intended you to be the most happy during your pilgrimage on earth. Okay, I’m off my soapbox…God bless during your journey!
 
LilSisofthePoor said:
God always blesses our attempts to discern and pursue His will. Be assured that He does not want you to feel bewildered or lost. He speaks deep down in your heart. When I was still not sure what my vocation was, I visited several religious orders. I saw the beauty of them all, but it was like God “covered” my heart and I didn’t feel a personal attachment or attraction. Then last summer I lived & worked for the Order I will now be joining at the end of this month. I didn’t get some lightning bolt the first day I arrived. For me, a cautious person, it took 5 weeks for me to all of a sudden realize that I FIT! The community and especially the elderly poor whom they serve gave me so much JOY! I believe joy is a key “clue” to discovering the vocation written on your soul. It’s a response to fulfilling the plan in which God intended you to be the most happy during your pilgrimage on earth. Okay, I’m off my soapbox…God bless during your journey!
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Thank you, I know God will lead me to where I need to be. I’m so happy He has led you to your place, how truly amazing!

I just recieved 20 emails of information on 20 different Orders if Sisters. I was reading through them when it suddenly hit me; Patience.

God at this time wishes for me to be patient. Since I am not even a confirmed Catholic yet, I now know that right now, and for the next 2 years until I finish my degree, God wishes for me to work on strengthening my relationship with Him first and being a practicing Roman Catholic for a few years before bombarding me with what His Plan is for me later. I must work on strengthening my love and adoration of Him before moving on. One step at a time. Patience.

At this time I answer yes to all the vocation questions and feel that it just might be what I’m called to do. But my spirit isn’t ready for it yet. I’m still spiritually too young and must grow first. I must grow up before taking on more responsibility. In a split second this all came rushing to me.

Thank you so much Lord for you guidance and love! I will do everything I can to grow in You in these next few years. I will do my best to be patient. How blessed I am for the Lord to speak to me so clearly, at the time which is perfect of course because it is in His time.

Our Lord is so amazing in His ways.

Thank be to God.
 
homewardbound said:
Thank you, I know God will lead me to where I need to be. I’m so happy He has led you to your place, how truly amazing!

I just recieved 20 emails of information on 20 different Orders if Sisters. I was reading through them when it suddenly hit me; Patience.

God at this time wishes for me to be patient. Since I am not even a confirmed Catholic yet, I now know that right now, and for the next 2 years until I finish my degree, God wishes for me to work on strengthening my relationship with Him first and being a practicing Roman Catholic for a few years before bombarding me with what His Plan is for me later. I must work on strengthening my love and adoration of Him before moving on. One step at a time. Patience.

At this time I answer yes to all the vocation questions and feel that it just might be what I’m called to do. But my spirit isn’t ready for it yet. I’m still spiritually too young and must grow first. I must grow up before taking on more responsibility. In a split second this all came rushing to me.

Thank you so much Lord for you guidance and love! I will do everything I can to grow in You in these next few years. I will do my best to be patient. How blessed I am for the Lord to speak to me so clearly, at the time which is perfect of course because it is in His time.

Our Lord is so amazing in His ways.

Thank be to God.
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O man! Does the Boss ever have you in his crosshairs!
 
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