Diocese of San Bernardino · Office of Vocations
Diocese of San Bernardino Vocations

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Every vocation begins with an invitation. We help young men and women hear God’s call clearly, and answer it with courage.

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Pray for a Seminarian.

Help a vocation grow through your prayer. One name each day, held in the prayer of our whole community.

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Discern with us

Find your next step

Tell us who you are and we'll point you the right way.

    Coming up

    Two nights to mark on your calendar.

    Friendsgiving with Bishop Alberto Rojas flyer
    For discerners · Men & women

    Friendsgiving with Bishop Rojas

    An evening with Jesus, the Bishop, and a table full of people asking the same question you are.

    • WhenThu, Nov 5 · Adoration 5 PM, dinner 6–8:30
    • WhereChrist the Redeemer Hall, Grand Terrace
    • CostFree, dinner provided
    Crowd at the Galilee Catholic Music Festival
    Ages 18+ · Early bird $15

    Galilee 2027: Enter into the Deep

    SoCal’s Catholic music festival returns to Serra House for twelve hours of worship, music and community.

    • WhenSat, Oct 23, 2027 · 12 PM – 12 AM
    • WhereSerra House, Grand Terrace
    • Tickets$15 for the first 500
    Vocational Pathways

    Four ways to say yes.

    God calls each of us by name. Explore the paths the Church offers and what the first step looks like for each.

    The Path to Priesthood

    From first question to ordination.

    Explore seven steps from a first question toward priesthood. These are an introductory guide; the four formal stages of priestly formation are explained on our Priesthood page.

      See the four formal stages of priestly formation →

      Seminarians gathered at Serra House of Formation
      Life at Serra House

      A house of formation in the heart of the Inland Empire.

      St. Junipero Serra House of Formation in Grand Terrace is home to the men preparing for priesthood in our diocese, and an open door for anyone discerning.

      • Discernment Thursdays. Adoration, Vespers and dinner with priests and seminarians, every Thursday 5–9 PM.
      • Spiritual direction. One-on-one accompaniment for men and women discerning.
      • Visits & retreats. Come for a day of prayer and see seminary life up close.
      Explore Serra House →Plan a visit →
      Are you being called?

      Let's talk. No pressure, no commitment.

      Questions about the priesthood or religious life, or just curious what a priest's life is like? Reach out. You can start with a simple question and ask how to share more.

      Where we are12716 Oriole Ave., Grand Terrace, CA 92313
      Phone909.783.1305
      Emailvocations@sbdiocese.org
      Your first conversation

      Bring your questions.

      You can begin with a brief question and how you would like to be contacted. Keep sensitive personal details and documents out of your first message; ask the office how to share more.

      Open the contact form

      A director will reply within 2 business days.

      Email vocations@sbdiocese.org →Call 909.783.1305 →¿Prefieres comenzar en español? →
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      Every priest was once a seminarian someone believed in.

      Behind every ordination are years of prayer, study and formation, and a community that made them possible. Your gift helps carry our men from their first yes to the altar.

      38men in formation for our diocese
      $40–50kto form one seminarian for one year
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      “Come after me, and I will make you fishers of men.”
      Matthew 4:19