VMParish Festival
Transform your parish festival into a vibrant opportunity for vocation awareness. A vocation ministry booth, filled with engaging activities and resources, invites parishioners to explore God’s call to priesthood, religious life, or marriage in a fun, approachable way. From prayer cards to priest cutouts, these displays spark curiosity and conversation.
Involve priests or seminarians in games like Vocation Jeopardy or lighthearted contests to show the joy of their calling. These interactions break down barriers, especially for children, who see vocations as relatable and exciting. A booth with brochures, giveaways, and personal stories encourages everyone to reflect on their purpose.
As Saint Philip Neri said, “Cheerfulness strengthens the heart.” A lively festival booth creates a joyful space for discernment, making vocations feel accessible. Plan a vocation-focused activity at your next parish festival to inspire your community and foster a culture of service.
Resources
Hand out Scavenger Hunt to kids:
Purchase items for your festival table:
Behind the Scenes setting up Parish Festival Table
Festival Table in Action
Many Catholic parishes have some sort of annual festival to raise funds and build fellowship within their community, which is a perfect opportunity to show your parishioners who your ministry is and what does vocations mean. Share your enthusiasm for priests and religious; play games with the youth. Show them that those living their vocation are filled with joy.
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