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About Vocare
The Latin word vocare means "to call," and it is from this word we get the familiar term "vocation". Our vocation ought to be a calling that we receive from God.
Vocare is a structured Diocesan programme for those who are keen to explore full-time ministry. Through guided sessions, mentorship and hands-on experience, we help you discern if you are called into full-time ministry.
Vocare Retreat
The 3-day 2-night residential retreat will be held from 23 to 25 July 2025 at Johor Bahru.
Participants can look forward to sessions designed to help them discern their calling, and understand their strengths and personality. They will also have the opportunity to hear from full-time ministry workers and connect with like-minded brothers and sisters in this journey.
There are limited seats!
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Vocare Internship
After the Vocare Retreat, participants will be invited to sign up for the internship. Successful applicants will then be offered a one-year internship.
Our internship programme offers a unique opportunity to experience full-time ministry and discern if this path is right for you.
Participants can choose from one of three tracks: Pastoral, Missions and Administration.
Be Part of Vocare!
If you are sure that God's call for your vocation is elsewhere, you can STILL be part of Vocare!
Thank you for your unwavering support and your fervent prayers!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Vocare is a Diocesan programme for individuals to discern their suitability for full-time ministry. The programme consists of 2 key components –a retreat followed by a one-year internship within the Diocese of Singapore.
Please note that only retreat participants will be invited to sign up for the one-year internship after the Vocare Retreat.
Vocare is for Anglicans who sense a call to full-time ministry. This programme is suitable for fresh graduates and mid-career professionals who are keen to explore full-time ministry.
Vocare is suitable for anyone who desires to discern and assess their suitability for full-time ministry.
This is the perfect opportunity to sign up for the Vocare Retreat! This programme is designed with you (the participant) in mind – as we desire to help you discern your God-given purpose, develop your strengths, and help you discover your suitability for full-time ministry.
There will be sessions on topics that will help you discern your calling, analyse your strengths and personality as well as sharing of internship opportunities. Not forgetting, informal fellowship with people who are currently serving full-time!
The Vocare Retreat is a 3-day, 2-night residential retreat held at Johor Bahru from 23 to 25 July 2025. Further details will be provided to participants upon confirmation.
Click here to sign up for the retreat. We will confirm your participation in the Vocare Retreat by the end of June.
Yes, participants will need to pay a retreat fee of $300 upon confirmation. The retreat fee will help to cover the cost of accommodation and personality tests.
Yes, only Anglican members may sign up for the Vocare Retreat. All participants must be endorsed by their Vicar or Priest-in-charge.
Participants will be given the opportunity to specialise in 1 out of the 3 internship tracks offered at the end of the Vocare Retreat. The 3 internship tracks include: Pastoral, Missions, and Administration.
All internship tracks will provide the intern with exposure and hands-on experience in full-time ministry work. Interns will be supervised and mentored by different individuals to make their time meaningful.
A monthly allowance will be provided to help cover personal expense such as transport and meals during the internship.
We will require all interns to commit full-time throughout the one-year internship.
The internship will commence from January to December 2026.
- Pastoral Track interns will receive their placement details by end September 2025.
- Missions track: the Missions Department will work with each intern to determine the best timing and location for their placement.
- Administration Track interns will serve at the Diocesan Central Administration Office at St Andrew’s Village.
All interns must have participated in the Vocare Retreat. In compliance with MOM guidelines, all participants must be at least 16 years old to qualify for the internship.
Upon passing the 1-year internship programme, suitable interns who pass the internship programme will be offered full-time ministry employment.