Chaste and obedient: Quebecer goes to priesthood as hopes of religious revival stir (opens original article in a new tab)

A Quebecer abandoned engineering to become a priest as some Catholic churches see increased attendance and younger followers, though seminary training remains rigorous.

• Jeremy-Marie Joly left engineering studies to become a priest, citing spiritual questions and a desire to impact the world through love.
• Quebec Catholic churches report rising attendance and renewed interest in Catholicism, particularly among younger people.
• Seminary training remains challenging, with a focus on philosophy, theology, and vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience.