How do you know you are called to be a priest?

Few would claim to have flashing lights and voices from God.  Often priestly vocation begins with a gut feeling although some people can clearly articulate a guiding hand pointing them in the direction of priesthood.  Anyone considering presenting themselves must be able to talk easily and convincingly about their call.  Vocation to the priesthood begins with God and not with the Church’s need for more clergy or an individual trying to fill their spare time.