Many priests enjoy participating in sport and recreational activities, as well as having cultural interests. These can sometimes be combined with a priest's work, especially his ministry to young people.

Every priest has a free day each week as well as some weeks' holiday every year. A priest also makes an annual retreat. He also will want to find time and space in is life for personal prayer. This is fundamental for his well-being and for the effectiveness of his ministry.

Many priests join priestly groups or associations where they the can meet regularly and receive support and encouragement from their brother clergy. In Southwark an Ongoing Formation Team offers study days and support to priests in their ministry.