0 Jesus, Good and Gentle Shepherd, grant that the men and women from our community, may have the grace and the courage to hear and answer Your call to the priesthood and religious life. Give them the wisdom to realize that life is a gift. Let them realize their life is part of YOUR plan. Call forth those You have chosen to spread the Gospel message, and help them to freely respond to a life of service in the church. May the parents and families of our parish, support and encourage our young men and women to search for, follow and answer the call of God in their lives. Amen.