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2025 Serra USA Rally for Vocations

Jan 23, 2025 to Jan 26, 2025 - from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM - English

USA SERRANS UNITE!

Serrans from around the country gather to pray, learn, and be inspired to promote vocations in new ways.

  • Make new connections with other Serrans
  • Get new ideas to create a culture of vocations
  • Experience Miami’s culture & beautiful weather.
  • Special event with the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary, one of the fastest- growing religious communities in the US.

If interested in becoming a Serran, please contact us!

Location

Miami-Dadeland Marriott
9090 S Dadeland Blvd
Miami, FL 33156 (Map)

More Information

Kimberly Rocha

863-287-6697

[email protected]

serrainternational.org/2025-serra-usa-rally/

Archbishop's Cup

Friday, Jan 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM - Trilingual

Priests vs. Seminarians will compete in the Archbishop's Cup soccer match!  The match will be held Friday, Jan. 24, 2025 at St. Thomas University.  Doors open at 6 PM and kick off is at 7:30 p.m.  There is free admission but donations are accepted through the Seminary Burse Fund.

Parishes and schools are invited to come out and cheer for their favorite team, supporting either the priests by wearing Royal Blue or the seminarians by wearing Yellow. A variety of food trucks will be available for the evening. Priests and seminarians are already warming up and practicing for this exciting event. Don’t miss out on the fun! 

Location

St. Thomas University
Soccer Field
16401 NW 37 Ave
Miami Gardens, FL 33054 (Map)

More Information

Vocations Office

[email protected]

www.miamiarch.org/vocations

305-762-1137

Vocation Awareness Weekend

Mar 7, 2025 to Mar 9, 2025 - various times - Trilingual

Is God Calling You?

If you hear the voice of the Lord calling you to the priesthood, or if you are interested in learning more about seminary life and the priestly ministry, then Vocation Awareness Weekend is for you.

The next Vocation Awareness Weekend will be held March 7 – 9, 2025, for men ages 17-35. If you would like to attend, please complete the online registration form.

Location

St. John Vianney College Seminary
2900 SW 87th Avenue
Miami, FL 33165 (Map)

More Information

Fr. Milton J. Martínez

[email protected]

[email protected]

305-762-1137

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Come and spend a weekend of prayer and fraternity with the Seminarians! Vocation Awareness Weekend offers you the chance to “come and see” (John 1:39) what life at the seminary is all about. This retreat experience is held twice each year, in March & November, at St. John Vianney College Seminary.

The weekend will include:

  • Daily celebration of the Eucharist and Liturgy of the Hours.
  • Informational sessions with the priests of the seminary.
  • Roundtable discussions with the seminarians about various aspects of seminary life.
  • Socials, sports, and fraternity with the seminarians.
  • Time for personal prayer and reflection. 

Don’t delay -- register today for the next Vocation Awareness Weekend!

Focus Eleven 2025 - Broward

May 13, 2025 & May 14, 2025 - from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM - English

We are excited to announce the 2025 Focus Eleven Vocations Rally for sixth graders, a unique event designed to educate students about the process of discernment to spark meaningful conversations about their future vocation.

This "Vocations Field Trip” will last approximately four hours during the school day and will be arranged through the schools' 6th grade teachers. It aims to provide our Catholic 6th grade boys and girls with insights into various ways to serve the Church in ordained or consecrated ministry. Students will have the opportunity to interact with priests, seminarians and religious from the archdiocese and various religious orders.  They will be invited to prayerfully consider their own vocation. The event will feature a dynamic program of music, activities, fellowship, and prayer.

We are grateful for the support of the Department of Schools and Archbishop Wenski, who will personally address the students each day of the event.

We look forward to a day of inspiration and meaningful exploration of vocations.

Location

St. Gregory the Great Catholic Parish
200 North University Drive
Plantation, FL 33324 (Map)

More Information

Fr. Milton J Martinez

[email protected]

305-762-1137

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Focus Eleven is a program that was first introduced in 1989 in the Archdiocese of Detroit to foster vocation awareness among 6th graders (11-year-olds) and 11th graders. The initiative targets these age groups based on research indicating that many priests and religious first considered ministry around these ages. The program provides lesson plans, exercises, and prayer services to encourage reflection on religious vocations and is adaptable for use in schools, youth ministries, and retreats.

Due to the large number of schools and 6th graders, Focus Eleven will be held over four days at two locations within the Archdiocese of Miami:

  • May 13-14, 2025, at St. Gregory the Great for Broward County Catholic schools
  • May 15-16, 2025, at St. John Vianney College Seminary for Miami-Dade County Catholic schools,

There is no cost for this event. However, each student will need to bring a bag lunch, and each school is asked to provide transportation to and from their designated location, along with the necessary teachers and chaperones.

Please note that 11th graders will participate in a separate event.

We will provide all the necessary information via email and the Pastoral Bulletin.Thank you in advance for your collaboration, participation, and enthusiasm!

Focus Eleven 2025 - Miami-Dade

May 15, 2025 & May 16, 2025 - at 8:30 AM - English

We are excited to announce the 2025 Focus Eleven Vocations Rally for sixth graders, a unique event designed to educate students about the process of discernment to spark meaningful conversations about their future vocation.

This "Vocations Field Trip” will last approximately four hours during the school day and will be arranged through the schools’ 6th grade teachers. It aims to provide our Catholic 6th grade boys and girls with insights into various ways to serve the Church in ordained or consecrated ministry. Students will have the opportunity to interact with priests, seminarians and religious from the archdiocese and various religious orders.  They will be invited to prayerfully consider their own vocation. The event will feature a dynamic program of music, activities, fellowship, and prayer.

We are grateful for the support of the Department of Schools and Archbishop Wenski, who will personally address the students each day of the event.

We look forward to a day of inspiration and meaningful exploration of vocations.

Location

St. John Vianney College Seminary
2900 SW 87th Avenue
Miami, FL 33165 (Map)

More Information

Fr. Milton J Martinez

[email protected]

305-762-1137

Documents

Show more

Focus Eleven is a program that was first introduced in 1989 in the Archdiocese of Detroit to foster vocation awareness among 6th graders (11-year-olds) and 11th graders. The initiative targets these age groups based on research indicating that many priests and religious first considered ministry around these ages. The program provides lesson plans, exercises, and prayer services to encourage reflection on religious vocations and is adaptable for use in schools, youth ministries, and retreats.

Due to the large number of schools and 6th graders, Focus Eleven will be held over four days at two locations within the Archdiocese of Miami:

  • May 13-14, 2025, at St. Gregory the Great for Broward County Catholic schools
  • May 15-16, 2025, at St. John Vianney College Seminary for Miami-Dade County Catholic schools

There is no cost for this event. However, each student will need to bring a bag lunch, and each school is asked to provide transportation to and from their designated location, along with the necessary teachers and chaperones.

Please note that 11th graders will participate in a separate event. We will provide all the necessary information via email and the Pastoral Bulletin.

Thank you in advance for your collaboration, participation, and enthusiasm!

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