The Priestly Vocation A Series of Fourteen Conferences Addressed to the Secular Clergy

"The Priestly Vocation" by Bernard Ward is a collection of talks offering guidance to priests as their faith evolves. It looks at everything priests do, along with struggles within the church. The book starts by looking back at the history of priests and explores the difficulties they've faced, especially when Catholic practices were not widely accepted. He believes that priests need to bring back a strong sense of dedication and holiness, after a long time in hiding. It also encourages them to remember how important and respected their role is. This sets the stage for discussions about what priests should do and how they should behave. It inspires a return to high ideals, serving the community, and understanding the power of the priesthood, while indicating that the clergy need to find new spiritual strength. The focus is on spiritual renewal and bravery in carrying out their duties.