‘God’s plan fit like a glove.’

July 1, 2022

By Father Simon Lobo, Companions of the Cross

July 1, 2022

I once believed that becoming a priest was a fate worse than death! I always wanted to get married, have a family and own a golden retriever. My plan was to become a doctor, and I was studying for a degree in science when I had an honest conversation with my childhood pastor.

Without coercing me, he affirmed that I would be a great doctor, husband, father — or priest. “The most important thing,” he said, “is to seek God’s will, because that is where you will find true peace and happiness.”

Days later, I prayed, as I had many times before: “God, I’ll do anything you want me to do.” But this time I added, “And if you want me to be a priest, I’d love to!” Immediately, I felt afraid, hoping no one had overheard me. Simultaneously, I felt a profound peace from the Holy Spirit.

That fall, I decided to join the Companions of the Cross and found that God’s plan fit like a glove. I encourage everyone to say a prayer of total surrender to God. He has good plans for your future.

Father Simon Lobo
Companions of the Cross
St. Benedict Council 5449
Halifax, Nova Scotia

Father Christopher Murphy, Diocese of Providence.

‘God’s plan fit like a glove.’

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