Contemplation / Monastic / Cloistered

Contemplation / Monastic / Cloistered

Contemplation / Monastic / Cloistered

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Book notes: Monastic life up close and personal

Book notes: Monastic life up close and personal

By Sister Gabriel Davison O.S.C.

“Within every moment present there is a Presence.” How simply Father Paul Quenon O.C.S.O. puts it, and yet how challenging it is, to be fully present to each moment. Read more...

The must-knows about discerning enclosed life

The must-knows about discerning enclosed life

By Sister Gabriel Davison O.S.C.

Enclosed life requires certain strengths and dispositions. An insider shares her wisdom about helping a discerner attracted to this life. Read more...

Book notes: Cistercian nuns deliver insight, inspiration

Book notes: Cistercian nuns deliver insight, inspiration

By Sister Amy Taylor F.S.P.A.

The meditations of four Cistercian nuns who help begin a new foundation in a remote land touch on fears, questions, and risks similar to what people considering religious life undergo. Read more...

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

Entrance Class Report ...

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HORIZON and VISION earn awards ...

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

National Vocation Awareness Week ...

National Vocation Awareness Week (NVAW) is an annual week-long celebration of ... More

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Sister Lisa Maurer, O.S.B.

Sister Lisa Maurer, O.S.B.

It is not common for a Catholic sister to be a men's football coach, but vocation director Sister Lisa Maurer, O.S.B. has, in fact, been both things at once. Read more...

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