Ep. 45 Father Dominic Rankin with Father John LoCoco | Shepherd Circle Priest Podcast

On this week's episode, Father Dominic Rankin of the Diocese of Springfield, Ill., discusses his calling to the priesthood at a very early age, the fastest time he's ever run a marathon (and it's impressive!), the impact his upbringing had on his vocation (his twin sister is a Dominican nun!), and the spiritual warfare young men experience when considering a vocation. 00:00 Introduction05:00 Running 13 marathons thus far07:45 Upbringing in Quincy, Illinois 09:00 Wanting to be a priest as a little boy 10:20 Making the decision to enter seminary during community college11:20 The important work of vocation direction12:30 Going to seminary in Indianapolis and studying philosophy16:40 Reflecting on a day in the life in the priesthood18:20 Expectations of the priesthood 21:20 The ability to always pray for the faithful 24:00 Philosophy of St. Ignatius to always be mindful 25:20 The work of being present among the many duties of the day28:40 Wrestling with the fear of uncertainty30:40 Helping one men who are discerning but feel insufficient 33:00 Looking at the disciples, God calls those with faults 35:00 Approaching the day with a mindset of a saint36:50 Father Dominic Rankin offers a prayer