Diocese of Nashville Non-Family Member Recommendation for the Priesthood

Name of Applicant

The above named applicant is applying for affiliation with the Catholic Diocese of Nashville to study for the priesthood. You are kindly asked to answer, to the best of your knowledge, the following questions. All information is considered strictly confidential.

How long have you known the applicant?

How are you acquainted with the applicant?

Please give your assessment of his work ethic.

Do you recommend him as a candidate for the seminary?

Do you have any hesitations or reservations in your recommendations?

In a few sentences, please give your general impression of the applicant and tell why you would recommend him.

Please comment on the applicant's willingness to serve.

Please comment on observations of the applicant's witness of a Christian life, prayer life, etc.

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Leadership- ability to get others to act
Concern for others and their welfare
Responsibility- dependability in doing assigned tasks
Initiative- Ability to initiate tasks himself
Integrity-honesty, trustworthiness
Emotional Stability- responsive, well-balanced
Cooperation with those in authority
Generosity- ability to give of self
Respect of authority
Piety- regular, balanced practice of religion
Acceptance by others of his group
Courtesy in speech and manner
Personal appearance
General Health

Name of Recommender

Your name here will be considered your signature when completed online.

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Diocese of Nashville Office of Vocations