May 2016 newsletter

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"Vocation Culture" in women

"Vocation Culture" in women's communities

Committee working on tool

The design committee creating a "Vocation Culture" tool for women religious held its second meeting in Chicago April 6. Read more...

Orientation Program

Orientation Program

July 13-17

If you know of a person just beginning in vocation ministry, please urge him or her to take NRVC's foundational orientation workshop in order to begin strong. Read more...

Moving on from vocation ministry?

Moving on from vocation ministry?

Prepare for a good transition

If you are moving on from full-time vocation ministry, NRVC thanks you for your service and encourages you to help the incoming vocation director to get connected. Read more...

Convocation Oct. 27-31

Pre-convo workshops, registration opens May 3

You won't want to miss the next NRVC Convocation: a chance for excellent learning, networking, worship, and camaraderie. Read more...

What's happening in the regions

Four regions hold meetings this month

This month regions 2, 4, 11, and 12 will meet. Don't miss these opportunities for growth, networking, and learning. Read more...

Gratitude from Sister Debbie

Gratitude from Sister Debbie

For encouragement during illness

By Sister Deborah M. Borneman SS.C.M.

Over the past five months, I have experienced many prayers, kind words of encouragement, and patient understanding from many NRVC members and collaborators as I was being tested and treated for stage 1 cancer. Read more...

Resource of the month

Resource of the month

$1 sale--Spanish booklets

These booklets are perfect for inquirers, new discerners, and those who seek basic information about discernment. Read more...

NRVC collaborator events and resources

Job opening, conferences, assemblies, and more

Collaborating organizations are offering a variety of vocation-related events for both religious and young adults. Read more...

Calendar

Upcoming events

Be sure to see what will be happening in the months ahead. Read more...

Sister Charlene Herinckx, S.S.M.O.

Sister Charlene Herinckx, S.S.M.O.

Meeting other vocation directors through NRVC has inspired Sister Charlene Herinckx, S.S.M.O., a lifetime member. "Their fervor and love of their communities and their vocations was always inspirational to me," she says. Read more...

HORIZON turns 50! ...

As it begins its 50th year, HORIZON provides articles by speakers ... More

Talk it up Tuesdays! ...

These 60-minute Zoom gatherings are designed for members to learn together, ... More

Bold and Faithful Storymap ...

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

Profession Class Report ...

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

Get involved in your Member ...

NRVC Member Areas are created to come together to share best ... More

NRVC Member Areas

Click here to locate the Member Area Coordinators in your Member Area.

CONNECT WITH NRVC

Talk it Up Tuesdays

Starting Jan. 28,

Mark your calendars...

Delaware Valley Member Area Gathering

February 12, 2025,

via Zoom

Catholic Sisters Week

March 8-14, 2025,

Ideas to celebrate...

National Board Meeting

April 9-13, 2025,

Mesilla Park, NM

Religious Brothers Day

May 1, 2025,

Resources to celebrate...

World Day of Prayer for Vocations

May 11, 2025,

Summer Institute Workshops

July 8-21, 2025,

National Vocation Awareness Week

November 2-8, 2025,

VISION Discerner Guide

HORIZON Journal

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Sister Kim Xuan Nguyen, C.C.V.I.

Sister Kim Xuan Nguyen, C.C.V.I.

Sister Kim Xuan Nguyen C.C.V.I. is a chiropractor. But now, instead of, "Where does it hurt?" she may be more likely to ask, “What brings you joy?” She is the vocation minister for the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston. She’s also the Southwest Area Coordinator of the NRVC. Read more...

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