Reconciliation

Reconciliation within and among religious communities

By Sr. Margaret Eletta Guider O.S.F.

Many consecrated persons are dedicated to being “a reconciling presence.” To be authentic to that commitment requires an honest look at whether religious are truly reconciled with God and one another. Read more...

Making ecclesial diversity work in religious communities

By Nancy Schreck O.S.F., c

Here are three steps to help religious communities begin to tackle their own ecclesial differences. Read more...

Meeting our diocesan counterparts: a positive joint meeting of NRVC and NCDVD

By Kathleen Pales S.S.J.

Aware that both national vocation organizations have long recognized the value of collaboration, members of the two groups in the Pennsylvania/New Jersey region decided last year to meet. We felt the time was right to come together to pray, socialize, and talk about how we can work together more effectively. Read more...

Vocation ministers as ambassadors for Christ: a reconciling presence

By Archbishop Joseph Tobin C.S.S.R., c

Reconciliation is at the heart of the Gospel, and it is urgently needed in today’s church. Vocation ministers have ample opportunity to promote unity alongside promoting religious life. Read more...

Who are the conservative, separatist and Marian Catholics?

Some of the most passionate Catholics in the American church today come from a conservative bent. Their vibrant faith sometimes has them knocking on the doors of vocation directors. Read more...

Vocation ministers walk forward in faith to welcome new life

By Br. Paul Bednarczyk C.S.C., c

Fifty-five years ago Sister Mary Carolan, BVM sacrificed herself to save her students during a horrific fire at a Chicago Catholic school. So, too, do vocation ministers sacrifice for the sake new life in their communities. It is the way of Christ. Read more...

Vocation ministers can follow St. Paul’s path toward reconciliation

By Sr. Kathryn J. Hermes F.S.P.

After Paul was thrown from his horse, he had to let go of his old story about Jesus and open himself to Mystery. In their role as reconcilers within the church, vocation ministers must do the same. Read more...

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