The Vocation
Tree artwork depicts the myriad of unique ways of life
which, in accord with the plan of the Lord Jesus, make up
the life of the Church. Rooted and grounded in the
baptismal
call to
holiness, the Christian discerns a particular
state of
life vocation with
its inherent mission: the
lay – activity in
the world; the
clergy —
ministry; consecrated
men and women — special
conformity to Christ, chaste, poor and obedient. Displayed
by the array of branches on the tree, the Holy Spirit
“establishes the Church as an organic communion in the
diversity of vocations, charisms and
ministries.”(Vita
Consecrata 31)
“These state of
life vocations are at the service of one another, for the
growth of the Body of Christ in history and for its mission
in the world.” (VC
31)
The
fruits of the Spirit are evident in the myriad of
occupations and activities (i.e., personal
avocations) pursued by the baptized and
depicted by the
fruit and leaves of the tree.
Each individual
Christian is uniquely called by God, beginning at Baptism,
to go into the world and to bear much fruit. The
Vocation Tree helps to illustrate that this unique,
individual vocation given to each Christian embodies many
components.
Vocation Tree
materials are designed for instruction of the Catholic
faithful. See ordering information for products
designed for package use.
