October 2015 newsletter

In conjunction with Pope Francis' historic visit to the U.S. in late September, NRVC staff and members were involved in the many joyful celebrations and activities of the week. Read more...

NRVC encourages its members and friends to make use of its latest study, which looks at the role of families in nurturing vocations. Read more...

Vocation directors, communicators, and a focus group of young adults convened by NRVC met in September in Chicago to begin designing a "Vocation Ambassadors" program. Read more...

In September nearly 200 people took part in the first two of four gatherings on "Today's Catholic Sisters: Who they are, why we need them." Read more...

NRVC extends sympathy to Debbie Prieto following the death of her mother. Also Justin Hurtado resigns for health reasons, opening up the director of finance and operations position. Read more...

The organizers of World Youth Day (WYD), taking place in Krakow, Poland in July 2016, are now taking names of organizations interested in renting a booth at the WYD Vocation Expo. Read more...

October 9 is the deadline to register for the largest Catholic youth event in the U.S., the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC), taking place November 19-21 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Read more...

Nineteen regional coordinators for NRVC gathered September 28-30 in Chicago to prepare for leading their regions. Membership renewal forms will be arriving soon; please be aware of possible errors. Read more...

NRVC invites vocation and formation ministers to renew their spirits at "Advent Days of Renewal and Reflection" to be held December 14-17. It's also not too late to squeeze in a workshop at the Fall Institute, October 13-25. Read more...

This DVD showcases the energy, hopes, and dreams of young members. It's perfect for use during National Vocation Awareness Week, taking place November 1-7. Read more...

Collaborating organizations have produced a book and a DVD and are offering workshops, webinars, and conferences for education and enrichment. Read more...

Here is a quick overview of vocation-related events in 2015 and 2016. Read more...

"I find great meaning in Busy Persons Retreats, online retreats, and events that connect sisters and young adults in active service to the poor," says Sister Barbara Ann Smelko, S.C. Read more...