Qualities that make a good priest …

• A personal relationship with God as evidenced by prayer
• Love for the Catholic Church and its teachings
• Generosity
• Ability to work well with others
• Interest in serving people
• Respect for other people
• Openness to different races, ethnic groups and cultures
• Normal social skills
• Capacity and desire to learn
• Healthy self-image
• Ability to spend time alone
• Courage to take risks