November 2018 newsletter

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November 2018 newsletter

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Follow the NRVC convocation

Follow the NRVC convocation

On social media

Enrich your participation at our convocation—or take part from afar—by following our livestreamed young adult session and by connecting on social media. Read more...

NRVC gathers with Hilton grant recipients

NRVC gathers with Hilton grant recipients

Focus on strategy and collaboration

Two representatives from NRVC took part in a recent convening of recipients of Conrad N. Hilton Foundation grants. Read more...

NRVC updates Code of Ethics

Do you know the ethical norms?

NRVC encourages its members to review the professional ethics that provide guidance for vocation ministers. Good intentions are not enough; a strong ethical foundation ensures that the ministry is conducted in a fair and life-giving way. Read more...

Friday Freebie

HORIZON articles to distribute freely

On select Fridays, NRVC makes a popular article from HORIZON available to the wider world via social media. NRVC members and others may copy and distribute the "Friday Freebie" without restriction. Read more...

Try this!

Brothers/Sisters Nite on campus

By Brother Mike Sheerin F.M.S.

At St. John's University in Minnesota, religious have been connecting with students in an energy-filled annual event. Read more...

Synod on youth wraps up

Synod on youth wraps up

Links to synod reports and outcomes

Select bishops from around the world completed the 2018 synod on "youth, faith, and vocation discernment" in Rome on October 28. Find out which youth concerns rose to the top. Read more...

Reminder: November 4-10 is Vocation Awareness Week

Reminder: November 4-10 is Vocation Awareness Week

Here are some resources

NRVC has information and resources for you to celebrate National Vocation Awareness Week. Read more...

Use the VISION calendar

Use the VISION calendar

Publicize your community's events

Be sure to take advantage of the opportunity to list your community's events for free on the VISION Vocation Guide online calendar. Read more...

Resource of the month

Resource of the month

Tool to assess your community's readiness for new members

Download or order copies of this carefully developed tool that helps a religious community to assess where it stands in terms of readiness to welcome newcomers. Separate instruments were developed for men's and women's communities. Read more...

News of our collaborators

News of our collaborators

Opportunities for ministers and discerners

Stream the Catholics on Call talks; lecture on interculturality; note RFC Congress 2019; young adult forum slated for December. Read more...

Calendar

Important vocation ministry dates

Review opportunities to take part in professional development and to celebrate consecrated life. Read more...

HORIZON Fall 2024 ...

This edition focuses on discernment, particularly how vocation ministers can accompany ... More

Convocation Gratitude ...

The National Office and Board extend its appreciation for your participation, ... More

Nominate a board member ...

Board members have the opportunity to lead the NRVC into the ... More

World Day for Consecrated Life ...

There are several ways to celebrate World Day for Consecrated Life! ... More

Bold and Faithful Storymap ...

Our Bold and Faithful Storymap links people interested in religious life ... More

NRVC Member Areas

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

CONNECT WITH NRVC

National Office Closed

Dec. 24-Jan.1,

Christmas holiday

Southwest Member Area Gathering

January 15, 2025,

via Zoom

Talk it Up Tuesdays

Starting Jan. 28,

Mark your calendars...

Delaware Valley Member Area Gathering

February 12, 2025,

via Zoom

Pilgrims of Hope

Jubilee Year 2025,

Learn more...

Catholic Sisters Week

March 8-14, 2025,

Ideas to celebrate...

Religious Brothers Day

May 1, 2025,

Resources to celebrate...

World Day for Consecrated Life

February 2, 2025,

World Day of Prayer for Vocations

May 11, 2025,

National Vocation Awareness Week

November 2-8, 2025,

VISION Discerner Guide

HORIZON Journal

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Sister Jenny Wilson, R.S.M.

Sister Jenny Wilson, R.S.M.

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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