What are the expectations of men who are priests?

The Diocese of Sioux City expects its priests to be men of prayer who have an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ and can lead others in prayer, primarily through the Sacraments of the Church.  To be preachers of God's Word who know it and live it in their hearts and are able to proclaim it in ways that help others know and live it in their hearts.  To be men of faith who are able to guide others in their understanding and practice of the Roman Catholic faith.  Each priest is expected to know, live and tell the story of our faith.  To assist the parish communities in Northwestern Iowa in their participation in the mission of the Church by establishing healthy and effective relationships with men and women, and enabling these parishioners to offer their gifts and talents in the service of God's people.  And finally, to be effective administrators of the parish's fiscal and human resources.