Our Journey into Joy: Ten Steps to Priestly Holiness

By Stephen J. Rossetti

Msgr. Stephen Rossetti—acclaimed expert on religious and clergy—has developed ten fundamental building blocks for priestly holiness, reminding his readers that the priest is a man who is full of God and full of joy.
The Ten Steps to Priestly Holiness
Cease any serious sin
Renew the Sacrament of Penance in ourselves and in those we serve
Pray more
Dive deeply into the Eucharist
Nourish good friendships, especially with priests
Love the Church; love your bishop
Practice gratitude
Embrace your crosses
Relax and trust
Abandon yourself to God

• Language: English
• Publisher: Ave Maria Press
• Release date: Nov 1, 2009
• ISBN: 9781594715372

Stephen J. Rossetti

Msgr. Stephen J. Rossetti, a priest of the Diocese of Syracuse, is an expert on priestly spirituality and wellness issues. He is a Catholic author, speaker, educator, psychologist, and retreat leader. He served for many years at Saint Luke Institute in Maryland, rising to president and CEO. A graduate of the United States Air Force Academy, Rossetti earned a doctorate in psychology from Boston College and a doctor of ministry degree from the Catholic University of America. Rossetti is the author or editor of twelve books, including Born of the Eucharist, Letters to My Brothers, The Joy of Priesthood—recipient of a Catholic Press Association book award—and Diary of an American Exorcist. He serves as research associate professor of pastoral studies at the Catholic University and is president of St. Michael Center for Spiritual Renewal. Rossetti received a Proclaim Award from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops as well as a lifetime service award from the Theological College of the Catholic University of America. In 2010, he earned the Touchstone Award from the National Federation of Priests’ Councils for a lifetime of work with priests. In 2013, Rossetti received the Pope John Paul II Seminary Leadership Award from National Catholic Educational Association for distinguished service in priestly formation and was awarded a doctor of divinity degree, honoris causa, from St. Mary’s Seminary and University.