Rapid City Office of Vocations

04/10/2026

What if your parish were the next gathering place for young men asking big questions? 🙏
Bishop Bullock and Fr. Andrzej Wyrostek recently joined a wonderful group of young men from Our Lady of the Black Hills for an evening of prayer, dinner, and honest conversation about hearing God's call and the path to priesthood.
Would you like to host an Evening of Prayer and Dinner for high school and college-age young men in your parish? Contact the Diocese of Rapid City Office of Vocations — we'd love to bring this to you!
📞 605-343-3541
✉️ Fr. Mark McCormick: [email protected]
✉️ Tanya Cooper: [email protected]

Last night Bishop Bullock and Fr. Andrzej Wyrostek hosted a great group of OLBH young men to discuss hearing God's call, the path to priesthood, and insights into seminary. Thank you Bishop Bullock and the Rapid City Office of Vocations Diocese of Rapid City.

04/10/2026

⏰ TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER!
Don't miss your chance to experience seminary life at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Seminary Come and See Weekend — April 17–20, 2026! 🙏
High school men, this is YOUR opportunity to: ✅ Speak with seminarians ✅ Share in liturgical life ✅ Visit Cathedral of St. Joseph & Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe ✅ Meet seminarians from the Diocese of Rapid City
🚨 Registration closes TODAY — April 13th!
📲 Register now at www.gods-call.com/events 📞 605-343-3541 | ✉️ [email protected]
Open to high school-age men. Don't wait — sign up now!

04/02/2026

🙏 Attention high school men! Are you curious about what life in seminary is really like?
Join us for the Immaculate Heart of Mary Seminary Come and See Weekend — April 17–20, 2026!
Experience seminary life firsthand:
✅ Speak with seminarians
✅ Share in liturgical life
✅ Community fun & recreation
✅ Meet Blase Gebes, Seminarian from the Diocese of Rapid City
⚠️ Register by April 13 — spots are limited!
📲 Scan the QR code in the flyer or visit www.gods-call.com/events to sign up.
📞 Questions? Call 605-343-3541 or email [email protected]
This event is open to high school-age men.

03/31/2026

Happy Belated Anniversary of Ordination to the Permanent Diaconate to Deacon Don Moore! Listen to his conversion Story from his recent interview on Real Presence Radio!
https://archive.realpresenceradio.com/node/71649

03/31/2026

03/15/2026

🌸 Laetare Sunday: Rejoice, We Are Halfway to Easter! 🌸
As we arrive at Laetare Sunday, the midpoint of our Lenten journey, the Church invites us to pause and rejoice, Laetare! for Easter draws nearer and Christ’s light is already breaking through our Lenten sacrifices.
This “Sunday of Joy” reminds us that even in the midst of penance, God’s grace gently encourages us forward.
In this spirit of joy and renewed charity, please consider an act of almsgiving as part of your Lenten sacrifice.
One beautiful opportunity is supporting The Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary, whose mission spreads God’s truth, love, and mercy in powerful ways.
If you feel called, please prayerfully consider making a donation as a way of participating in the joy of Laetare Sunday and continuing your Lenten journey with generosity of heart. You can find out more about supporting the Servants of the Pierced Hearts here: secure.qgiv.com/event/1077840
💗 “Give, and it will be given to you.” (Luke 6:38)
May the joy of the Lord strengthen you as we continue walking this Lenten journey.

03/12/2026

Do you ever wonder what it's like to be in Seminary? The Diocese of Rapid City Office of Vocations invites high school-age men to the Immaculate Heart of Mary Seminary's Come and See Weekend from April 17–20, 2026.
This is a unique opportunity to:
Speak with seminarians and hear their vocation stories
Experience the daily life and prayer of a seminarian
Participate in community recreation and fun

Don't miss out on this incredible weekend of discernment and fellowship.
Register by April 13th! For more information and to register, visit www.gods-call.com/events or contact us at 605-343-3541

03/01/2026

☀️ Summer Camp Planning? Mark Your Calendars NOW! ☀️
It's time to secure your spot for the summer experience your kids will be talking about all year long!
TOTUS TUUS SUMMER CAMP 2026
🙏 Faith, fun, and friendship combined!
GIRLS' CAMP: June 9-12
H.S. Leadership Camp: June 8-12
BOYS' CAMP: July 14-17
⛰️ For the Leadership Camp, overnight camp in the beautiful Black Hills
H.S. Leadership Camp: July 12-17
High schoolers - come a day early for leadership training and learn what it means to be a Catholic leader in your community!
Rock climbing • Swimming • Games • Prayer • Testimonies • Time with consecrated sisters and brothers, seminarians, and priests
These spots fill up FAST! Don't wait - register today and get ready for an unforgettable summer growing in faith and community.
👉 https://www.rapidcitydiocese.org/tt26/

02/21/2026

One Month Until the FIAT Retreat!
March 20–22 • Rapid City
Hosted by the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary
Are you a young woman (ages 16–35) seeking to grow closer to the Heart of Christ and listen more deeply to His call? You are invited to join us for a beautiful weekend of prayer, formation, and encounter.
Theme
A FIAT Retreat — a weekend to offer your “yes” to the Lord and explore the beauty of Religious Life through the Marian charism of the Servants of the Pierced Hearts.
What to Expect
• Talks and formation rooted in the four pillars of the Institute
• Time for silence, reflection, and community
• Opportunities to learn about Religious Life
• A peaceful space to listen to God’s voice

For more information: [email protected]

02/18/2026

Begin your Lenten Journey
College age Men and Women, this Ash Wednesday, make a commitment that will carry you through Lent. Reserve your spot NOW for a transformative college retreat with Bishop Scott Bullock!
📅 Feb 27 - March 1 (Friday-Sunday)
📍 Terra Santa Retreat Center, Rapid City, SD
💰 $70 per person
This retreat will strengthen your Lenten journey with prayer, community, and healing. Let this retreat set the tone for the rest of this season of preparation and renewal.
REGISTER TODAY 👉 (Scan QR code)
Sponsored by St. Carlo Acutis Catholic Student Center, FOCUS, Jacket Catholic, and Eagle Catholic