What Shall I Be? A Chat With Young People

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What Shall I Be? A Chat With Young People

by Francis Bernard Cassilly

EN·~2 hours·18 chapters

Chapters

18 total

If thou wilt be perfect go sell what thou hast and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in Heaven and come follow Me.

0:09

WHAT SHALL I BE? - A CHAT WITH YOUNG PEOPLE

7:08

CHAPTER I - GETTING A START

5:32

CHAPTER II - AIMING HIGH

6:48

CHAPTER III - THE STATE OF PERFECTION

6:11

CHAPTER IV - WHO ARE INVITED?

11:17

CHAPTER V - DOES CHRIST WANT ME?

8:04

CHAPTER VI - "I FEEL NO ATTRACTION"

9:28

CHAPTER VII - "SUPPOSE I MAKE A MISTAKE?"

7:00

CHAPTER VIII - "THE WORLD NEEDS ME"

7:41

Description

The author presents a concise, conversational guide for young readers wrestling with the question, “What shall I be?” By drawing on Scripture, the early Fathers, and recent Church teachings, the book clears away the intimidating myths that have long surrounded religious vocations. It explains that a true calling does not require dramatic inner signs, but rather a sincere intention, suitable character, and a readiness to serve—whether that service is lived out in a convent, a parish, or the wider world.

In an accessible style, the work walks the reader through the practical steps of discerning a life of ministry, offering concrete criteria and thoughtful reflections that encourage honest self‑examination. The discussion is rooted in compassionate advice, aiming to help students and teenagers make a generous, well‑informed choice about their future path without pressuring them toward any specific outcome.

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Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (124K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Michael Gray

Release date

Mar 18, 2010

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Francis Bernard Cassilly

1860–1938

A Jesuit priest with a gift for plain, practical writing, this early 20th-century author spoke directly to young readers about vocation, faith, and everyday Catholic life. His books are short, earnest, and clearly meant to guide rather than impress.

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