Vow of poverty
A former migrant worker —all too familiar with economic poverty— looks at what it means for a religious community to live the vow of poverty. Read more...
By Richard Woods OP
The vow of poverty has been a point of controversy many times in the history of religious life. Perhaps it’s time to re-examine the vow and ask ourselves some hard questions. Read more...
By Mary Pat Garvin R.S.M.
The vow of poverty sometimes makes candidates and religious squirm. Yet it’s important to face both our anxieties and joys concerning this challenging vow. Read more...
By Michael D. Guinan O.F.M.
If it isn’t rooted in a profound relationship with God, the vow of poverty can quickly deteriorate into arguments about who’s “the poorest.” Read more...
By Janet Mock C.S.J.
To authentically live the vow of poverty demands that we know ourselves, give freely of ourselves, and that we stand with the poor and outcast. Read more...
By Melania Strehl S.N.D.
The vow of poverty compels us to live in sacrificial love. How do we know we’re called to live this vow within consecrated life? Lectio Divina offers guidance. Read more...
By Fr. Michael J. Himes
Father Michael J. Himes claims he “hasn’t a clue” about what religious life will look like in the new millennium. Read more...
Discerners don’t get far in considering religious life without thinking hard about poverty, chastity, and obedience. With that in mind, HORIZON begins a series of reflections on the evangelical counsels. Read more...
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Short-term volunteer stints have proven to be a good way for Sister Jenny Wilson, R.S.M. to get to know women who might consider religious life. Building a relationship with people is key, she says, and the volunteer experience allows time for that. Read more...
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