History of Religious Life

History of Religious Life

History of Religious Life

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The enduring value of religious life in the age of the laity

The enduring value of religious life in the age of the laity

By Fr. Charles E. Bouchard OP

Does a robust laity diminish religious life? Nothing could be further from the truth,argues this writer. Religious life continues to witness to the Gospel’s countercultural values. Read more...

How it all began

How it all began

The National Religious Vocation Conference is entering its 25th anniversary year. It’s a good time to look back and to look forward. Read more...

Consecrated Life Timeline

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Book notes: Populist history of religious life full of drama, pathos

Book notes: Populist history of religious life full of drama, pathos

By Sr. Patricia Kenny R.S.M.

For those whose interests take them to historical accounts of world-shaping events, this book is not to be overlooked. For those charged with the formation of candidates and novices, a valuable tool may be found here in this book’s explanation of how religious life grew in tandem with the Catholic Church and with events that changed the world. Read more...

HORIZON ...

Our writers look at longstanding traditions with fresh eyes. Consider a ... More

Ordination Class Report ...

This annual USCCB Study found that 89% reported being encouraged to ... More

Candidate Assessment through the Lens ...

Have you ever experienced asking a question that elicits very different ... More

Summer Institute ...

Come to learn, pray, and encourage each other in Leavenworth, KS. ... More

Profession Class Report ...

There are 91 women and 103 men professed perpetual vows in ... More

Bold and Faithful Storymap ...

The Bold and Faithful Storymap is designed to help connect discerners ... More

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Mrs. Teri Iverson

Mrs. Teri Iverson

“I’m an off-the-charts extrovert,” says Mrs. Teri Iverson, vocation ministry coordinator for the Sisters of the Precious Blood in Dayton, Ohio. “I love building relationships and connecting with people in person at conferences and events.” She comes to vocation ministry after three decades in youth ministry. Read more...

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