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Thank you for wanting to share the gift of your Priestly Vocation with the people of Diocese of Stockton. We ask that you please compplete the process outlined below. If you have any questions, do not hesittate to call the Office for Priests at 209-466-0636 or send us an email.
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Application process to Enter the Diocese of Stockton as an Extern Priest
- Complete our Application, click here to open.
- Copy of Passport.
- Letter of interest from candidate.
- Please relate your reason for application to the Diocese of Stockton.
- Letter of Suitability from Bishop or Superior.
- The letter should indicate the number of years that permission is given to be away.
- Letter of recommendation from current or former pastor.
- Letter of recommendation from a Priest or Parishioner in the Diocese of Stockton (if available).
- Curricula Vitae and list of all parish assignments.
- A recent recording (within the last month) of a Sunday Mass that you celebrated (including the homily).
- Things to be aware of as you apply to the Diocese of Stockton:
- The decision to incardinate into the Diocese of Stockton or to return to your home diocese/religious community will bemade at Year 5.
- Personal fundraising for yourself, religious Community, home parish/diocese, or project is prohibited.
- There will be annual performance reviews.
- You can be asked to leave the Diocese of Stockton at any time and for any reason.
*Note: The information on where to send the information is on the Application. -
