The First Step to Increasing Vocations

In 2026, the Church in the United States saw 9% fewer priestly ordinations than it had 10 years earlier. Despite widespread decreases in priestly vocations, some diocese have seen steady or even growing numbers of vocations. Jack Figge joins us with a look at where things are working, and why.Further ReadingBuilding a culture of vocations — the strategy behind diocesan vocational successGuest InfoJack Figge is a young Catholic journalist with an MBA and a BA in political science and theology from Benedictine College. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit avemariapm.substack.com