2020 HORIZON No. 3 Summer — Inviting diversity

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2020 HORIZON No. 3 Summer — Inviting diversity

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Pursue big goals

Overcoming racism and encouraging a vocation culture are big goals that go together. Let’s embrace both. Read more...

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NRVC condemns racism | HORIZON and VISION win four awards | Study of newer members now in Spanish | Archbishop Charles Thompson appointed as NRVC episcopal liaison. Read more...

Inviting African Americans to join our communities

Inviting African Americans to join our communities

By Sister Josita Colbert S.N.D. de N.

Many religious communities are comfortable with serving African Americans, but to authentically follow Christ, we must invite that same population to become part of us, to minister alongside us. Read more...

Walking with jóvenes who are discerning their vocation

Walking with jóvenes who are discerning their vocation

By Sister Ana Cecilia Montalvo F.Sp.S.

To walk with Hispanic and Latino young people who are exploring their calling involves getting to know them, taking the time to be with them, and entering into their reality. Read more...

Six keys to inviting Asian Americans

Six keys to inviting Asian Americans

By Father Linh Hoang O.F.M.

Asian Catholics bring a wealth of gifts to religious life. Familiarity with Asian cultures can help communities better invite and receive new members with these gifts. Read more...

The rich rewards of pilgrimage

The rich rewards of pilgrimage

By Sister Rosemary Fry C.S.J.

Over the last several years, young men and women in a group called Faith Connections—a lay run ministry sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto—have asked for and collaborated in organizing three pilgrimages with the sisters. The experience has been life-giving for all. Read more...

COVID-19 sparks ministry creativity

COVID-19 sparks ministry creativity

By Carol Schuck Scheiber, editor

Most NRVC members report in a recent survey they have adapted to greater reliance on technology without too many bumps in the road. Some are enjoying newfound competence and success in ministering via virtual technology. Read more...

Book notes: Twentysomethings, more spiritual interest than meets the eye

Book notes: Twentysomethings, more spiritual interest than meets the eye

By Father Mark Mossa S.J.

The good news of this study is that the decline in religious and spiritual practice presumed in this generation is not as steep as often thought. Read more...

Join us at Convocation! ...

This year’s keynote presentations, liturgies, and conversations are important for everyone ... More

Entrance Class Report ...

The good news is 99 religious institutes had at least one ... More

HORIZON and VISION earn awards ...

We're delighted to announce that our two vocation publications, VISION and ... More

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