On June 23rd, the 2025 summer candidacy program for the Legion of Christ began.

The summer candidacy is a 7-week introduction into Legionary religious life that helps young men who are discerning the priesthood in the Legion get a better idea of its community and mission before formally entering the novitiate.

This summer, 15 young men have answered “Send Me,” three more than the 2024 summer program. These men are accompanied throughout the summer by a formation team of five Legionary priests and seminarians. The candidates and their formation team are pictured above. Please pray for them!

We are delighted to see such an increase in the number of candidates this year, but are well aware of the great responsibility we have to pray and support these young men as much as possible.

Our suffering, chaotic world is in such need of “spiritual healers.” Yes, the Church is in great need of laborers! Do we have any idea of the value of one priest to so many souls seeking God and seeking heaven?

Please help us to support these young men who are taking this step, both with your prayers and your financial support.