Friends, family, and neighbors, the loss of significant relationships, volunteering, and the challenging experience of the seminary—these are just some of the elements that, together with a personal encounter with Jesus, shape the vocation of Fr. Jean-Claude Schembri today. What he always desired—Fr. Jean admits that through the journey of priesthood—he is now living.


Għaliex Iva?! is a podcast series featuring different priests who share the story of their vocation and why they believe it is worth being a priest in today’s world.

The goal of the podcast is to help others see the beauty of God’s calling through the experiences of how these priests discovered their vocation, as well as the challenges and opportunities they encounter.

These conversations also serve as a sign of hope for those still discerning whether to say “yes” to God, as well as for priests—both young and old—who are already living their vocation.

Għaliex Iva?! is a project by the Seminary Vocations Centre in collaboration with the Archdiocese of Malta.