Holy Orders - The Inner Life - June 4, 2026
The Inner Life
Father Donald Hying joins Patrick to discuss Holy Orders * Bishop Hying shares his vocational story. * (5:17) How should a young man discern his vocation story? * (9:23) Sacrament of Holy Orders * Nature of service in Holy Orders (19:18) Break 1 * (21:47) What do the Clergy need to do in order to serve the Church well? * (25:54) Indelible character of Holy Orders * Form and Matter of Holy Orders * (32:48) Dennis - Does the bishop think the restriction on marriage would be relaxed like for Anglicans? (37:11) Break 2 * What are some of the Challenges the clergy face today? * (44:13) Thomas - Just saw my son ordained to the transitional diaconate. Thought you might like some perspective from the parent of a newly ordained deacon. * (46:45) Bishop Hying shares his experience of ordaining Deacons and Priests. * (47:53) Annette - comment: Thanks to the bishop and Patrick for their service and sacrifice for the church.
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The Inner Life® with Patrick Conley is one-on-one Spiritual Direction on the radio. Every day, a Catholic priest or religious sister joins listeners to offer spiritual advice and guidance designed to assist you along your faith journey, speaking about a variety of topics to help you overcome sin, grow in virtue, and strengthen your faith.