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"Called By Name" video series

Video: Called by name - Trailer
What does it take to become a priest? You might be surprised. The Vocations Office of the Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton is pleased to present “Called By Name,” a video series that tells the stories of men who took very different paths to priesthood. Each of the featured priests speaks candidly about his personal journey, and each story will move you. 

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Called By Name - Trailer is from Archdiocese of Edmonton

Called by name - Fr. Marc Cramer
After 12 years as a Mormon, Marc Cramer felt there was something missing. He returned to the Catholic faith of his parents and began the journey to priesthood, a vocation he describes as “absolutely amazing.” Hear about his vocation story in the video below:

Called By Name - Father Marc is from Archdiocese of Edmonton


Called by name - Fr. Matthew Hysell
Matthew Hysell lost his hearing as a toddler, when he was treated for spinal meningitis. He grew up as a Baptist, but became Catholic as a young man. He says the priesthood has enabled him to do “what I was made to do.” Hear about his vocation story in the video below:

Called By Name - Father Matthew is from Archdiocese of Edmonton


Video: Called by name - Fr. Carlos Nunez 
Carlos Nunez had a feeling from a young age that he might want to be a priest, but a learning disability nearly prevented him from ordination. Hear about his vocation story in the video below:

Called By Name : Father Carlos is from Archdiocese of Edmonton


Video: Called by name - Fr. Jim Corrigan
Jim Corrigan thought he wasn’t worthy, and after working 24 years in the building trades, he was pretty sure he couldn’t stop swearing. But he says God knew better. Hear about his vocation story in the video below:

Called By Name - Father Jim is from Archdiocese of Edmonton


Video: Called by name - Fr. Kris Schmidt
Kris Schmidt was crazy about both hockey and his beloved girlfriend. When the idea of priesthood came to him, his first reaction was “no way!” But he knew he had to do something meaningful with his faith. Hear about his vocation story in the video below:

Called By Name - Father Kris is from Archdiocese of Edmonton


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