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VOCATIONS
Come and See
Visiting the Monastery
As you discern whether you have a call to religious life, we encourage you to
visit us at the monastery. You will be greeted by the Vocation Director for a
tour of the monastery, join the community for the Liturgy of the Hours, Eucharist,
and share a meal with the sisters.
You may stay at the monastery after making arrangements with
the Vocation Director. This provides you an opportunity to visit with the Sisters
or to spend time in quiet prayer and reflection. We welcome any questions you
have and encourage you to share fears and concerns you might have about a vocation
to religious life. We will accompany you in this discernment process with no strings
attached.
What are the signs of a religious vocation?
- You desire to seek God in a monastic setting.
- You are attracted to the Liturgy of the Hours and the Rule of Benedict.
- You want to live within a religious community and be of service in the Church.
- You yearn to extend hospitality, to live simply, and to reverence silence.
- You can accept diversity and interpersonal relational ways.
- You cultivate your inner gifts and talents to help build community.
- You are healthy.
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How can I discern my vocation?
Prayer and Scripture
Seeking God's love, light, direction in your life through personal and communal
prayer, and reading the Word of God.
Journal
Writing down your thoughts and dreams about becoming a Sister.
Information
Getting to know and visiting religious communities.
Parish Life
Participating in Sunday Eucharist and other parish activities.
Ministry
Doing volunteer service and reaching out to those in need of God's love.
Shared Wisdom
Visiting with those who are in formation and/or those have made a final commitment
in a religious community.
Support
Attending vocational retreats offered by a diocese or a religious community.
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