Priestly Formation - Human Formation

       Human formation is the foundation for the total endeavor of priestly formation. All the elements articulated in the Apostolic Exhortation "Pastores Dabo Vobis" are essential for the healthy development to human maturity.

       The human qualities and virtues, which he possesses and cultivates, enable the mature person to become aware and sensitive to the needs of his fellow human being. This mature person is able to bridge for the faithful their search for and growth in an intimate encounter with Christ.

       Affective maturity, appropriation of the meaning of responsible love, the knowledge and attachment to the "truth" of one's existence, the commitment to the "sincere gift of self" and the obedience to a properly formed moral conscience are the constitutive elements that form the candidate into the mature Christian man receptive for the grace of Holy Orders.

       Ultimately, the crucial task of human formation is to integrate in the candidate preparing for the sacrament of Holy Orders all the aspects of formation: human, spiritual, intellectual and pastoral.

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