Enthusiasm uncurbed

Juan ruiz, s.J.

It seems hard to dampen the excitement Juan Ruiz has for religious life. This new Jesuit says that entering a community “has already brought 100 times the fruitfulness I had ever expected.” And he isn’t exactly working in a cushy job: He ministers with Hopeworks ’N Camden, an agency in inner-city Camden, New Jersey dedicated to jobreadiness and education of poor youth. Juan blogs at jesuitnovice. blogspot.com about his experiences as a Jesuit novice, a two-year part of the process of entering the Society of Jesus.

nicknames?

Spaniard—earned by my Hispanic roots and my knack for weaving in and out of English when speaking to my parents.

What first drew you to religious life?

From a young age I felt I had so many blessings in my life that the only appropriate response was to share those blessings with others. I also have an uncle, whom I deeply respect, who is a Jesuit priest in the Dominican Republic.

Favorite way to pray?

Sitting in silence and speaking directly with Christ. It is not only peaceful and quiet but it helps my extroverted personality process, through the conversation, see how God is working in my life and the lives of others.

What do you do for fun?

Two favorites are to go for long runs, accompanied or alone, and to watch movies with other novices.

Best part of living in community?

I begin and end every day surrounded by men who have also committed themselves to living the will of God in their lives and helping others to do the same.

Most fun you’ve had with your community?

Playing soccer. We have a healthy blend of competitiveness and support for each other.

People would be surprised to learn . . .

I’ve spent 30 days in silence. Most would not think this possible.

Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.)—Mount Saviour

Monastery Mount Saviour is a small community of men seeking God together through an ever increasing openness to the guidance of the Holy Spirit. That “in all things God may be glorified” we strive to witness to God’s presence in the world by living a simple, genuine and full monastic life through a harmonious balance of prayer, study, work, hospitality and leisure. We support ourselves by work within the enclosure of the monastery. Our location is rural and picturesque and provides a peaceful environment that encourages us to listen for the voice of God. To men who believe seeking God to be primary in their lives - come join our family. For more information, to arrange a visit or for a free copy of our documentary “The Everyday” contact: Vocation Director, Mount Saviour Monastery, 231 Monastery Rd., Pine City, NY 14871; (607) 734-1688; e-mail: vocations@msaviour.org; website: www.msaviour.org.

Code #217.

Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.)—Newark Ab-

bey What are Monks doing in the City? The Benedictine Monks of Newark Abbey have been in the center of Newark, New Jersey since 1857. Living in community according to the Rule of St. Benedict. We follow a daily schedule that balances prayer and work. We serve the people of God through our ministries in Saint Benedict’s Preparatory School, Saint Mary’s School, and Saint Mary’s Parish. We offer assistance to local parishes, chaplaincies in hospitals and colleges/ universities. So why don’t you come live the Rule of St. Benedict with us! Men ages 21-35 may contact the Vocation Director, Br. Patrick Winbush, O.S.B., Newark Abbey, 528 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd., Newark, NJ 07102; (973) 792-5772; e-mail: vocations@sbp.org; website: www.newarkabbey.org.

See ad on page 48. Code #182.

Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.)—Portsmouth

Abbey Portsmouth Abbey is a Benedictine monastery on the shores of Narragansett Bay in Portsmouth, RI. Our community of monks seeks God through a balanced life of prayer and work. We are teachers and administrators at Portsmouth Abbey School, founded in 1926, and serve as chaplains to our students and faculty. Some of us are artists and scholars and authors. We offer retreats and have an active oblate program for lay people wishing to apply the Rule of St. Benedict’s wisdom in their own lives. We invite men (age 18-50) interested in exploring a lifelong monastic vocation to visit our website for more information and to request a visit: www.portsmouthabbeymonastery.org. Or Contact: Abbot Caedmon Holmes, O.S.B., Vocations Director, Portsmouth Abbey, 285 Cory’s Lane, Portsmouth, RI 02871.

See ad on page 88. Code #417.

Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.)—Saint Anselm’s

Abbey Set in its peaceful 40 acres in northeast Washington, DC, St. Anselm’s is a community of monks dedicated to seeking God in prayer, work, and living a communal life under the Rule of St. Benedict and an abbot. Central to the monastic life are first praying the Divine Office in choir and being faithful to personal prayer, for “nothing [is to] be preferred to Christ.” Brothers share in the common duties of housekeeping, grounds maintenance, care of the sick, food service, and guest house preparation. The Abbey school on campus is a major ministry for the monks to students in grades six through twelve and their families. If one thinks of becoming a monk, St. Benedict insists in his Rule that newcomers be warned of the hardships monastic life entails, and that the beginning is bound to be difficult. But he promises that fidelity to the discipline of the monastic life will lead to “hearts overflowing with the inexpressible delight of love.” Contact: Vocation Director, St. Anselm’s Abbey, 4501 S. Dakota Ave., NE, Washington, DC 20017; (202) 269-2335; e-mail: vocations@ stanselms.org; website: www.stanselms.org.

Code #204.

Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.)—Saint Bede

Abbey Prayer, work, community, stability, balance. Sound good to you? They can be yours as a Benedictine monk. St. Bede Abbey in Peru, IL is home to twenty-two monks, both priests and brothers. The community was founded in 1890. The monks serve the Church universal and local in a variety of ways: a college prep, co-ed, day and boarding high school; parish and hospital ministry; hospitality. Work is tailored to the talents, abilities and interests of each monk that God may be glorified in all things. Men, ages 21-45, interested in a stable, community life of prayer and work, are invited to inquire and visit to experience first-hand what monastic life is all about. Don’t hesitate. Now is the acceptable time to contact Fr. Ronald Margherio, O.S.B., St. Bede Abbey, 24 W US Highway 6, Peru, IL 61354; (815) 223-3140 Ext 238; e-mail: frronald@stbede.com ; website: www.stbedeabbey.org.

Code #468.

Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.)—Saint

Gregory’s Abbey St. Gregory’s Abbey, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, is a community of monks, both priests and brothers, who seek God by living according to the Rule of St. Benedict and vows of obedience, stability and ongoing conversion. Arriving in 1875, our founders established the Catholic Church in what is now Oklahoma. Our communal life remains centered on the sacred liturgy, private prayer, the common life, work and fraternal support. This inspires and sustains us in the various ways by which we actively serve the Church and assist others. Members of our community work and minister in education through St. Gregory’s University and the Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art— both located on our monastery campus—and in pastoral ministry, retreats, and hospitality. Contact: Fr. Boniface Copelin, O.S.B., St. Gregory’s Abbey, 1900 W. MacArthur, Shawnee, OK 74804; (405) 878-5491; e-mail: vocations@stgregorys. edu; website: www.monksok.org.

Code #349.

Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.)—Saint

John’s Abbey Saint John’s Abbey is a Catholic Benedictine monastery of 150 monks living, praying, and working together amid 2700 acres of woods, lakes and prairies in central Minnesota. Our Apostolates include: parish ministry, chaplaincies, guesthouse, spiritual retreats, woodworking, Saint John’s Preparatory School, Saint John’s University, the graduate School of Theology, the Liturgical Press, the Hill Museum and Manuscript Library and the Arboretum. A Monk of Saint John’s Abbey lives a life steeped in the rhythm of prayer and work. In addition to private prayer, lectio divina and daily Mass, we gather four times a day for the liturgy of the hours and Eucharist. Work varies depending upon the interests and talents of each monk, so as to meet the spiritual needs of each. Through a balance of work and prayer, living in community and following the Rule of Saint Benedict a monastic vocation is developed and fostered. See our website for details. Brother Aelred Senna, O.S.B., Vocation Director, Saint John’s Abbey, Box 2015, Collegeville, MN 56321; (320) 363-2548; e-mail: vocations@ osb.org; website: www.abbeyvocations.com. Preferred age for monastic candidates: 23-43. Education: high-school diploma, minimum. See our web ad at www.VocationNetwork.org.

See ad on page 89. Code #132.

Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.)—Saint Joseph

Abbey St. Joseph Abbey is a Benedictine Monastery located in St. Benedict, LA, just north of New Orleans. Presently the community has 34 members. The community has as its ministry the administration of St. Joseph Seminary College, 3 parishes, a retreat center, a woodworks industry, and a bakery in which the abbey provides bread for various social service agencies in the area. St. Joseph Abbey lives the Rule of St. Benedict by its daily commitment to the twofold aspect of Benedictine life: ora et labora—prayer and work. Contact Fr. Augustine Foley, O.S.B.; 75376 River Road, St. Benedict, LA 70457; (985) 867-2228 or e-mail: fraugustine@sjasc.edu. The abbey website is www.saintjosephabbey.com.

Code #408.

Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.)—Saint Mary’s

Abbey Maybe your place in God’s plan is our place, Saint Mary’s Abbey at Delbarton. Located in the hills of Morris County, NJ, our community of 45 monks seeks God by personal and communal prayer, and a variety of ministries. We are teachers and administrators at a preparatory school for boys and preachers and counselors at our retreat center. We serve as chaplains at local colleges and pastors in area parishes. We invite men (ages 20-45, college graduate or equivalent in life experience) to share our vision. Click on our website for up-to-date vocation and discernment retreat information. Vocation Director, 230 Mendham Road, Morristown, New Jersey 07960-4899; (973) 538-3231, ext. 2111; e-mail: vocations@delbarton.org; website: www.saintmarysabbey.org or www.osbmonks.org. See our web ad at www.VocationNetwork.org.

See ad on page 82. Code #088.

Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.)— Saint Meinrad Archabbey Saint Meinrad Archabbey is a Roman Catholic monastery located in rural

southern Indiana, where the 1,500-year Benedictine tradition continues on American soil. Monks live a common life of shared work and prayer, according to the Rule of St. Benedict. They live lives set apart, seeking God in word and sacrament; and lives for others, serving the Church through prayer and mission. As their founding apostolate, the monks operate a seminary for the formation of priests, permanent deacons and lay ministers, and offer pastoral assistance to local parishes. Other works include a retreat center, an oblate program, Abbey Press and Abbey Caskets. Saint Meinrad is a spiritual center for many people of faith. It is a place where prayer shapes life and nurtures outreach. Perhaps you would like to become a part of us and what we do! A formal come-and-see experience, “A Monastic Observance,” is scheduled each year, December 27-Jan. 1. Visits can also be arranged at other times, with accommodations in the Guest House and Retreat Center. Office of Monastery Vocations, 100 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad, IN 47577; (812) 357-6318; e-mail: vocations@saintmeinrad.edu; website: www.saintmeinrad.org. See our web ad at www.VocationNetwork.org.

See ad on page 92. Code #014.

Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.)—Saint Pro-

copius Abbey We Benedictine monks of St. Procopius Abbey, Lisle, IL, have since 1885 been seeking God through a life of prayer, obedience, and personal conversion. We live in a community guided by the monastic wisdom tradition of the Rule of St. Benedict, written nearly fifteen hundred years ago. Under an abbot chosen for his skill in interpreting this rule for our present time, we strive for holiness by means of the Divine Office, lectio divina, personal growth in the contemplative life, and labor for the good of God’s Holy Church. Our labors are especially directed toward the schools that we founded and continue to sponsor, Benet Academy and Benedictine University, and toward helping in nearby parishes. For further information, please contact Fr. James at vocations@procopius.org or 630-829-9279. Also, please visit our website, www.procopius.org.

See ad on page 21. Code #465.

Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.)—

Subiaco Abbey If you have never thought of being a monk before, then we’re the place for you! You will find that our abbey is no different from others in that our life is lived as a balance of prayer and work. Like others, we pray the Office and Mass everyday of our lives. Like others, work flows from our prayer as we undertake involvement in our College-Prep Academy, our Farm, our Vineyards, our Carpentry and Tailor shops, our Retreat Center, and our Parishes. Three differences stand out: with 41 monks we are equally divided between brothers and priests who live our life as one monastic family; we are actually thriving as a monastic community with twelve men in formation from throughout the United States; and people tell us we are the most unpretentious monks they have ever met! We love being monks! Contact Fr. Elijah at 888-2240812 or vocations@subi.org or www.benedictinemonks.org.

See ad on page 13. Code #256.

Brothers of Charity The Brothers of Charity is an international Congregation of Religious Brothers and Associate Members. Inspired by the charism of their founder, Servant of God, Peter Joseph Triest of Belgium, the Brothers passionately live their vocation, charism, and mission as a community of Brothers for those on the margins of society. Believing in the value of all human beings, regardless of how disfigured they may be, Brothers and Associates strive to reach them by being the agent of the Love of God in hope they may experience some small part of the joy of Resurrection. The Congregation of nearly 600 Brothers, 170 Associate Members and thousands of co-workers assist with compassion and professionalism in 33 countries on four continents. Our charitable works include ministry with mentally ill, deaf, physically and developmentally disabled, homeless, AIDS, drug and alcohol dependency, psychologically distressed, mobile health clinics, and the full spectrum of childhood education. We need you, and invite you to join our mission. Contact: Brother John FitzGerald, 7720 Doe Lane, Laverock, PA 19038; (215) 887-6361; e-mail: jfitzfc@aol.com OR Brother Joel Ponsaran, 1359 Monroe St., NE, Washington, DC 20017; (202) 636-4306; e-mail: joelponsaran@yahoo.com; www.brothersofcharity.org.

Code #342.

The Brothers of the Christian Schools (F.S.C.

Fratres Scholarum Christianarum) also called the De La Salle Christian Brothers. Founded by St. John Baptist de La Salle, the Patron Saint of Teachers, in 17th-century France, the Christian Brothers have more than 5,000 members around the world who live out the Gospel together as elementary, middle, and secondary school teachers, university professors, counselors, missionaries, social workers, youth ministers, campus ministers, administrators, and retreat directors. They are the largest male order of laymen in the Church exclusively devoted to education. In the United States and Canada, approximately 700 Brothers minister among 100 institutions. Energetic, generous, and committed men are invited to live and to share the educational challenges of bringing Christ’s Gospel message to youth of all backgrounds, especially the poor and marginalized. Vocation Director, Christian Brothers Conference, Hecker Center, Suite 300, 3025 4th Street, NE, Washington, D.C. 20017; (202) 529-0047; e-mail: rschieler@cbconf.org; website: www. brothersvocation.org.

Code #100.

Brothers of the Sacred Heart

(S.C.) The Brothers of the Sacred Heart were founded in 1821 by Father André Coindre, a French priest of unbounded zeal and enthusiasm, who responded to the needs of poor and marginalized youth. Today, approximately 1100 Brothers of the Sacred Heart shape the lives of youth with the love of Christ in over 32 countries. As Brothers, we live in community and come together daily for prayer, for Eucharist, to share experiences, to support one another, and to build friendships based on mutual respect, trust and concern. As Brothers we contribute as religious educators to the evangelization of the world particularly through the education of youth. In the U.S. we are serving in schools, parishes, prisons, college campuses, and literacy centers. As Brothers we imitate Jesus who proclaimed Himself as Brother to all. If you would like to change the world by making a difference in the lives of young people who are poor and without hope, please contact Bro. Ronald Hingle, rhinglesc@gmail.com; 504-913-0005 or Bro. Mike Migacz, mikemigacz@hotmail.com; 732718-8559; BrothersoftheSacredHeart.org. See our web ad at www.VocationNetwork.org.

See ad on page 106. Code #203.

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Capuchin Franciscan Friars

(O.F.M. Cap.) The Capuchins are a distinctive Order within the Franciscan family. They are an evangelical brotherhood of men who preach, serve the physically and spiritually poor, teach, administer the sacraments, cook, and counsel in various settings in North America. Some friars are also missionaries in Africa, Asia, Central America, and the South Pacific. There are approximately 11,000 Capuchin friars worldwide, with about 800 of those living within nine provinces throughout Canada and the U.S. For more information contact the Capuchin Vocation Office nearest you. Western America: P.O. Box 618, Solvang, CA 93464-0618, (805) 6864127, e-mail: peterbanksofmcap@yahoo.com, website: www.beafriar.com. Mid-America: (303) 477-5436, e-mail: vocations@capuchins. org, website: www.capuchins.org. Pennsylvania: (888) 263-6227, e-mail: frtomcap@yahoo. com, website: www.capuchin.com. Midwest USA: (773) 475-6206, e-mail: vocation@capuchinfranciscans.org, website: www.capuchinfranciscans.org. New York/New England: (845) 642-1025, e-mail: brotimjonesofmcap@ gmail.com, website: www.capuchin.org/vocations. New Jersey/Southeast USA: (201) 8633871, e-mail: capuchinlife@aol.com, website: www.capuchinfriars.org.

See ad on page 65. Code #091.

Carmelite Friars (O. Carm.)—St. Elias Prov-

ince Carmelite Friars are consecrated religious men who seek the face of God. Following after the great Prophet Elijah, the Carmelite Friars hear God’s voice and respond. Founded as one of the first religious orders to be named after the Blessed Virgin Mary, we carry on the 800 year tradition of prayer, brotherhood, and work. While the types of work vary, Carmelites are firmly rooted in the presence of God. Our saints give heavenly witness to the many blessings God has bestowed on the Order of Carmelites. Contact Brother Robert E. Bathe, O.Carm, P.O. Box 3079, Middletown, NY 10940; (845) 344-2225; e-mail: ocarmvoc@frontiernet.net; website: www.carmelitefriars.org.

Claretian Missionaries (C.M.F.) [Sons of the

Immaculate Heart of Mary] The Claretians are a Roman Catholic community of priests and brothers dedicated to spreading the Gospel of Jesus in more than 60 countries. Our ministries are devoted to social concerns and issues of justice and peace in parishes, foreign missions, and publishing. We reach out to young people in the inner city and on college campuses. We also serve as doctors, teachers, parish priests, and in many other roles. The Claretians were founded by St. Anthony Claret, who embodied the special charisms of community, mission, evangelization, and spirituality. Contact: Fr. Brian Culley, CMF; (818) 825-0839, bricully@ yahoo.com, or Mario Delgado, (312) 3208870, vocationclaret@yahoo.com; vocation e-mail: vocations3001@claretians.org; website: http://claretianvocations.claretians.org .

Code #092.

Congregation of Christian Brothers (C.F.C.)

We are seeking men with the religious inspiration and dedication necessary to place their gifts, talents, and possessions to meet the needs of God’s people, especially the young. Brothers serve in elementary and secondary schools, and colleges; are involved in Youth Ministry; conduct missionary work around the world; provide education services for adults; bring their talents and skills to assist parish and diocesan ministries; give material support to and teach migrant farm workers; minister at hospitals, with the homeless, and offer services to refugees. As Christian Brothers we seek Catholic men to join with us; men who sense a call to live in prayerful community and who wish to minister to those at the margins. Are you called to serve others as an Edmund Rice Christian Brother? Br. James R. McDonald, C.F.C., 10001 S. Pulaski Rd., Room 111, Chicago, IL 60655-3356; phone/ text: (815) 272-7742; e-mail: bromaccfc@yahoo. com website: www.edmundricebrothers.org

See ad on pages 81, 83. Code #095.

Congregation of Holy Cross

(C.S.C.) The Congregation of Holy Cross was founded in France in 1837. Blessed Basil Moreau, a priest of the diocese of LeMans, France, began a community of priests, brothers and sisters, to educate the children of LeMans and to assist in the diocese as auxiliary priests. In just four years, Blessed Basil sent six brothers and a priest to the United States as missionaries. A year later in 1842 these men began the school in northern Indiana that eventually became the University of Notre Dame. Since then, the priests and brothers have begun five other institutions of higher learning: St. Edward’s University (Austin, TX), the University of Portland (Portland, OR), King’s College (Wilkes-Barre, PA), Stonehill College (North Easton, MA), and Holy Cross College (Notre Dame, IN) as well as many high schools. Today Holy Cross religious serve in parishes, schools, and missions in 15 countries spanning the world. In 2010, the Congregation celebrated its first canonization, when Pope Benedict XVI canonized Brother André Bessette, who was known in his lifetime as “The Miracle Man of Montreal” and oversaw the building of St. Joseph’s Oratory in Montreal. To learn more visit our websites: www.holycrossvocations.org [Priests]; www.holycrossbrothers.org [Brothers]; www.holycrosscongregation.org.

See ad on page 51. Code #097.

Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament

(S.S.S.) Founded in 1856 by St. Peter Julian Eymard, the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament is an apostolic group of priests and brothers whose ideal is to live fully the mystery of God’s love manifested in the Eucharist. In each of their communities, the Eucharist forms the center of their lives as a communal celebration of Mass, as internalized in a prayer of adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, and as lived through an active mission of preaching, teaching, parish and sacramental ministries, outreach to the poor, and academic scholarship. Blessed Sacrament priests and brothers are authentic witnesses to the renewing power of the Eucharist for the Church and the world. In the USA, Blessed Sacrament Communities are located in the Archdioceses of New York, Houston, San Antonio, and Chicago; and in the Dioceses of Cleveland and St. Petersburg. Come, join our mission! Visit our website: www.blessedsacrament.com/vocation or call (440) 442-7243.

Code #096.

Crosier Fathers and Brothers

(O.S.C.) Crosiers long to imitate Christ through the union of mind and heart in community and through a life of liturgical prayer and ministry. Guided by the Rule of Augustine, we live together for God alone, serving the Church and the people of God. Consider becoming a Crosier if you have a deep passion to follow Christ, if you desire to live in a community of priests and brothers where you live for God alone by seeking to combine contemplative routines with a shared ministerial life, and if you feel called to join with other men who love the liturgy of the Church and who are committed to common prayer. Crosiers are an international order headquartered in Rome, with U.S. communities in Onamia, Minn., and Phoenix, Ariz. Contact Fr. Dave Donnay, osc, or Fr. Charlie Kunkel, osc, at 4423 N 24th St., Phoenix, AZ 85016; (800) 4075875; vocations@crosier.org, or www.crosiervocations.org.

Code #099.

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Discalced Carmelite Friars, (O.C.D.)—Wash-

ington Province We are a religious Order with eremitic roots on Mount Carmel from the late 12th century. In 16th century Spain, St. Teresa of Jesus, with St. John of the Cross, initiated the “Discalced Reform” within the Carmelite Order which became a new, separate Order. The friars desire a life of faithful prayer, seeking union with God through a “life of allegiance to Jesus Christ.” Our Constitutions mandate two hours of silent prayer every day. Our ministries include retreat work, spiritual direction, publications, Marian shrine and mission work in Kenya. As brothers in community we live as a family at the service of the Church—to bear a message of hope, to be a quiet but constant sign of God’s presence in the world. In the company of Mary, Our Lady of Mount Carmel, we ponder the words of her Son and the mystery of His Love. Fr. Michael Berry, OCD, Vocation Director, 1525 Carmel Rd., Hubertus, WI 53033; (262) 2299010; e-mail: ocdvocation@gmail.com; website: www.ocdfriarsvocation.org.

See ad on page 85. Code #434.

Divine Word Missionaries (S.V.D.) As Divine Word Missionary priests and brothers, we are men of prayer and faith, serving where the Gospel has not yet been preached, or where the local church is not yet viable. Each of us is involved in a particular, unique ministry as we spread the Word of God. There are over 6,000 of us ministering in over 70 countries worldwide. As one of the largest international missionary congregations in the Catholic Church, we believe that His Mission is our Mission. Our steady growth is a result of our response to the changing needs of the Church and the people we serve. Internationalism, education and professional skills are the foundations of our society. We offer five formation programs: Divine Word College in Epworth, Iowa; an Associate Program for college graduates; Brother Formation Program; our Novitiate is in Techny, Illinois; and Divine Word Theologate in Chicago. For more information, contact: Vocation Director, Divine Word Missionaries, P.O. Box 380, Epworth, IA 52045; 800-553-3321; e-mail: svdvocations@dwci.edu; website: www.svdvocations.org. See our web ad at www.VocationNetwork.org.

See ad on page 26. Code #177.

The Dominicans (O.P.) [Order of Preach-

ers] Pope John Paul II, when he received the General Council of the Dominicans in his private library, told them: “Only those who have the experience of God can speak of him convincingly to others. At the school of Saint Dominic and of all the Dominican saints, you are called to be teachers of truth and of holiness.” Dominic de Guzman (1170-1221) was on fire with the love of God when he found the Order of Preachers (the Dominicans) and gathered around him a group of men dedicated to preaching the truth of God’s endless love. Since that time Dominicans have continued their legacy of preaching in any given time or place, and in the most effective and suitable ways, the gospel message of Jesus Christ. Feel free to contact any of the four geographic Provinces for more information: Central United States, St. Albert the Great Province; e-mail: vocations@domcentral. org; (312) 243-0011 ext. 725; website: www. domcentral.org/join-us. Eastern United States, St. Joseph Province; e-mail: vocations@dominicanfriars.org; (800) 529-1205; website: www. dominicanfriars.org. Western United States, The Most Holy Name of Jesus Province; e-mail: vocations@opwest.org; (415) 674-0468; website: www.opwest.org. Southern United States, St. Martin de Porres Province, e-mail: frjohn@ dominicanvocations.com; (901) 527-8282 ext. 12; website: www.dominicanvocations.com.

See ad on page 103. Code #228.

Franciscan Brothers of Brooklyn (O.S.F.) The Religious Brothers of the Third Order Regular of St. Francis, known as the Franciscan Brothers of Brooklyn, were founded in 1858 in Brooklyn, NY, USA. We are a Community of all Brothers living in the vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience. Our evangelical Franciscan life is composed of prayer, community life, and apostolic work meeting the needs of God’s people, mostly through secondary and higher education as well as other service apostolates. The religious habit, worn by the Brothers consists of a simple black tunic and capuche and girded at the waist with a white cord with three knots at the right. From the cord on the left is suspended the Franciscan Crown Rosary of the seven joys of Mary. Initial Formation consists of at least one year of Candidacy, one year of Canonical Novitiate, three years of Temporary Vows after which Perpetual Vows are taken. For more information contact the Vocation Director: Brother Louis Miritello, OSF; e-mail: LMiritello@sfponline.org; (631) 418-8522; website: www.franciscanbrothers. org. Facebook page: Franciscan Brothers of Brooklyn. See our web ad at www.VocationNetwork.org.

See ad on page 26. Code #102.

Franciscan Friars (O.F.M.)—Assumption of

the Blessed Virgin Mary Province The Franciscan Friars of the Assumption BVM Province joyfully strive to witness to the presence of Christ in the world and proclaim the Gospel through our prayer, our life in fraternity and in a life of minority after the Rule and example of our founder, St. Francis of Assisi. As Franciscans, we serve the People of God in a variety of ministries, including parishes, education, preaching, chaplaincies, working among the poor, and in both foreign and domestic missions. We seek to serve wherever people need to hear the Good News of Jesus Christ and to experience God in their lives. Visit us at www.franciscan-friars.org. Contact: Fr. Mike Surufka, OFM, SS. Francis and Clare Friary, 9230 W. Highland Park Avenue, Franklin, WI 53132; toll free (877) 636-3742; e-mail: frmikeofm@gmail.com; website: www. franciscan-friars.org.

See ad on page 23. Code #281.

Franciscan Friars (O.F.M.)—Prov-

ince of Saint Barbara The Franciscan friars of the Province of St. Barbara are members of the Order of Friars Minor (OFM), founded by St. Francis of Assisi in 1209. Like St. Francis and his original followers, present-day friars are called to be brothers to all creation, persons of prayer engaged in active service. Our friars are involved in a broad range of ministries, including outreach to the poor, sacramental and parish ministry, retreat work, hospital and prison chaplaincy, education, social advocacy, foreign and Native American mission work, and more. Friars of the St. Barbara Province currently serve in the states of California, Oregon, Washington, New Mexico, and Arizona, as well as in Mexico, Peru, Russia, and the Holy Land. In their ministry among different peoples, the friars try to bring with them the essence of their traditional greeting: “Peace and All Good!” For more information, contact Brother Eric Pilarcik, OFM, at vocations@sbfranciscans.org or (408) 903-3422; website: sbfranciscans.org; Facebook: www. facebook.com/SBFranciscans.Vocations.

Code #418.

Franciscan Friars (O.F.M.)— Province of the Immaculate

Conception The Province of the Immaculate Conception began in 1855 when Friar Panfilo da Magliano came from Italy to minister to Catholics in Upstate New York. He founded St. Bonaventure University, two Provinces and three groups of women religious, and his brothers spread throughout New York and New England to spread the Good News. Today, faithful to the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi, we minister in New York, New England, Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Florida, Toronto, Canada; and our mission in El Salvador, Honduras and Guatemala administering parishes, schools, retreat centers, reaching out to the poor, and anywhere that God leads us. If you are between the ages of 18-38 and would like to explore the possibility of a life with us contact our Vocation Office at 800-5215442; or vocations@icprovince.org. Visit our website: www.liveradically.org or find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ FranciscanVocation.

See ad on page 2. Code #370.

Franciscan Friars (O.F.M.)—Province of the

Most Holy Name of Jesus Holy Name Province is the largest community of Franciscan friars in the United States. As an evangelical and missionary fraternity of more than 300 men, we serve the people of God in a wide variety of ministries—colleges, parishes, urban ministry centers, and social outreach—along the East Coast as well as in foreign countries. Rooted in the Catholic and Franciscan tradition, we seek to bring the Gospel into the everyday experience of all people through teaching, popular preaching and pastoral leadership. We foster Christian discipleship by collaborating with those whom we serve and by standing in solidarity with all people, especially the alienated, the immigrant, and the poor. If you are between the ages of 21 and 40 and would like more information on the Franciscan friars, please contact Fr. Brian Smail, OFM, Vocation Director, at 1-800-677-7788 or vocation@hnp.org, or visit our website at www. BeAFranciscan.org. See our web ad at www. VocationNetwork.org.

Code #313.

Franciscan Friars (O.F.M.)—Province of the

Sacred Heart Our Province is a community of Franciscan Friars in the mid-west of the United States. We minister at home and in the foreign missions of Brazil, Africa, China, Alaska, and Vietnam. We seek to bring the Gospel into the everyday experience of all people through teaching, preaching, and a pastoral setting. We serve in the parishes of twenty dioceses and have a long and proud tradition of providing quality Catholic education at both high school and university levels. We minister to the poor and the outcast, the homeless, the ex-offender, the prostitute, the gay and lesbian community and people with HIV/AIDS. Our friars are artists, musicians, lawyers, doctors, and spiritual assistants for the Secular Franciscan Order. Following the desire of St. Francis of Assisi, our friars are encouraged to use their many skills and gifts to minister in the Church and to serve the human family in various ways. If you are between the ages of 21 and 40 and would like more information about us, please contact Fr. John Dombrowski, OFM, Vocation Director at 773-753-1925 or visit our website at www. befranciscan.com. See our web ad at www.VocationNetwork.org.

See our ad on page 83. Code #283.

Franciscan Friars (O.F.M.)—Saint

John the Baptist Province We Friars of Saint John the Baptist Province are part of the world-wide Franciscan Order which was founded by Saint Francis of Assisi over 800 years ago. The first members of our Province arrived in Cincinnati, OH in 1844. Since then we have been serving the Catholic Church in a wide variety of ministries. Presently we serve in high schools and universities, parishes, hospitals (as nurses and chaplains), in inner city ministries, retreat ministry, publishing (books, catechetical aides, CDs and audio books at Franciscan Media), and domestic and foreign missions. In all of our ministries we preach the Good News of Jesus primarily by living as brothers to one another and to the world with a special emphasis on giving a voice to the marginalized in our society. See our website (www.franciscan.org) for more information. Or contact our Vocation Director, Fr. Don Miller, O.F.M. at (513) 542-1082, at sjbvocations@franciscan.org, or at Vocation Office, 5000 Colerain Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45223-1213. See our web ad at www. VocationNetwork.org.

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Franciscan Friars, Conventual The Conventual Franciscans are the oldest of the three branches of the First Order of St. Francis. The word Conventual is derived from the Latin convenire, “to come together”; hence we live together in “convents” or friaries. Our Order is spread throughout the world, and includes about 4500 priests and brothers who are all commonly called Friars. There are five provinces in North America, which also have responsibility for jurisdictions in the UK, Ireland and Australia. We wear a black or gray habit with a simple three-knotted cord representing our Vows of Poverty, Chastity, and Obedience. The Spiritual Center of the Order is in Assisi, Italy, where our Friars care for the Basilica of St. Francis, which includes his tomb. In addition, the Conventuals are the Vatican confessors at St. Peter’s Basilica. In Christ’s name, we continue the ministry of healing so fundamental to the understanding of Saint Francis. To talk to a Friar or for more information, please visit our website at www. FranciscanS.org.

Franciscan Friars, Third Order Regular (T.O.R.)—Immaculate Conception Prov-

ince Mission Statement: “Following Christ in the footsteps of Saint Francis, we are a fraternity of men who freely vow ourselves to living in communion as brothers. We strive to live the Gospel through gentleness, hospitality, and service. We seek to address the changing needs of the Church and the world by calling ourselves and others to prayer and conversion.” Our friars use their gifts to respond to the needs of the Church and world serving as parish priests, retreat directors, educators, chaplains, campus ministers, artists, advocates for ecological and social justice and pastoral ministers. The strength of our formation program is its flexible response to each person’s unique personality and gifts. Our friars serve in Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Virginia, Florida, Texas, Ohio and Minnesota. If you are 40 or younger and would like more information contact: Fr. David Kaczmarek, T.O.R., 501 Walnut St., Hollidaysburg, PA 16648-1529; 1-800-2200867; e-mail: davidktor@yahoo.com; website: www.franciscanfriarstor.com. See our web ad at www.VocationNetwork.org.

See ad on page 104. Code #295.

Franciscan Friars of the Atonement

(S.A.) The Franciscan Friars of the Atonement have long been leaders in the worldwide ecumenical movement to heal divisions within Christianity. In 1908 we began an annual prayer movement (January 18-25) that developed into the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. Today, the Friars mission of “at-one-ment” includes dialogue among Christians, Jews, Muslims, and Buddhists; serving the homeless and those suffering from alcoholism, drug addictions, and HIV/AIDS; preaching the gospel in parishes around the world, and offering respite and hope to those in need of spiritual renewal. In the tradition of St. Francis of Assisi, we offer a prayerful communal life with active service to the Church in the United States, Canada, Japan, Italy, England. Inquire about our “Come and See” programs offered each year in March and October. Contact Vocation Office, 40 Franciscan Way, Graymoor, Garrison, NY 10524-0300; (800) 338-2620, ext. 2126; fax: 845-424-2170; e-mail: vocdirector@ atonementfriars.org; website: www.AtonementFriars.org. See our web ad at www.VocationNetwork.org.

See ad on page 73. Code #003.

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Glenmary Home Missioners (G.H.M.) Glenmary Home Missioners is a Catholic society of priests and brothers, who, along with coworkers, serve the spiritual and material needs of communities throughout Appalachia and the South. Glenmary brings a Catholic presence to counties where less than three percent of the population is Catholic, a significant percent of residents are unchurched and the poverty rate is twice the national average. For more information contact Brother David Henley, PO Box 465618, Cincinnati, OH 45246; 800-935-0975; vocation@glenmary.org; or visit our web page www.glenmary.org. See our web ad at www. VocationNetwork.org.

See ad on page 110. Code #103.

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Jesuits (S.J.) [Society of Jesus] United States Jesuit Conference: 1016 16th Street NW, Suite 400, Washington, D.C. 20036; (202) 462-0400; e-mail: usjc@jesuit.org; website: www.Jesuit.org. California: P.O. Box 519, Los Gatos, CA 950310519; (408) 884-1613; e-mail: formation@ calprov.org; website: www.jesuitscalifornia. org. Chicago-Detroit: 2050 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614-4788; (773) 975-6363; email: vocations@jesuits-chgdet.org; website: www.thinkjesuit.org. Missouri: 4511 West Pine Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63108-2191; (314) 361-7765; e-mail: vocation@jesuits-mis.org; website: www.jesuitsmissouri.org. New Orleans: 710 Baronne St., Suite B, New Orleans, LA 70113; (504) 571-1055; e-mail: vocations@norprov.org; website: www.norprov.org/vocations/. New England/New York/Maryland: 39 East 83rd Street, New York, NY 10028-0810; (212) 774-5500; e-mail: vocations@nysj.org; website: www.jesuitvocation.org. Oregon: P.O. Box 86010, Portland, OR 97286-0010; (503) 2266977; website: www.nwjesuits.org. Wisconsin: 3400 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53208; (800) 537-3736 ext. 231 or (414) 937-6949 ext. 231; e-mail: vocations@jesuitswisprov.org; website: www.thinkjesuit.org. Upper Canada: 43 Queen’s Park Crescent East, Toronto, ON M5S 2C3; (416) 962-4500; e-mail: vocation@ jesuits.ca; website: www.jesuits.ca.

See ad on page 115. Code #104.

Josephite Priests and Brothers (S.S.J.) [The

Society of St. Joseph of the Sacred Heart] We are a society dedicated solely to serving the spiritual and temporal needs of the African-American community. The society serves in parishes, schools and special ministries in the dioceses and archdioceses in the United States and the District of Columbia. Our major seminary in Washington, DC, where our seminarians reside as they pursue their graduate degree in theology, also houses The Josephite Pastoral Center that is dedicated to promoting religious education material that is centered in the African-American Community. Apostolic Work: The Josephite Society is dedicated to spiritual, educational and social ministry to the African-American community and has worked exclusively in the African-American community since 1871. The Josephite Society affords its members the mutual support of community life in an active ministry. Currently serving in the Archdioceses of Baltimore, Galveston-Houston (TX), Los Angeles (CA), Mobile (AL), New Orleans (LA), Washington (DC) and in the Dioceses of Arlington (VA), Baton Rouge, Lafayette (LA), Biloxi, Jackson (MS), and Beaumont (TX). Father Kenneth Keke, S.S.J., serves as Vocation Director. Josephite Vocation Department, 1200 Varnum Street, NE, Washington, DC 20017-2796; (202) 832-9100; e-mail: vocations@josephite.com; website: www.josephite.com.

See ad on page 18. Code #192. Little Brothers of the Good Shepherd

(B.G.S.) Little Brothers of the Good Shepherd (BGS) and Hospitaller Brothers of St. John of God (OH) are men who have devoted their lives to hospitality, availability, flexibility, adaptability and respect for life. We pursue every opportunity to discover the presence of God in the simple movement of the ordinary, by helping those who are disabled, sick, homeless, hungry, dying, battered, abused, or in need of compassion. We experience community living, share our faith, ministry and daily lives. Together, BGS and OH are a worldwide band of Brothers serving those in need. Vocation inquiries: religiousbrother@ gmail.com or info@lbgs.org.Websites: www. brothersofstjohnofgod.org or www.lbgs.org.

See ad on page 81. Code #344.

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Marianists, Province of Meribah (S.M.) As Marianists, we dedicate our lives to Mary. We are honored to follow her example of humble service and faithful discipleship in every aspect of our life. We are a religious community of Brothers and Priests committed to living the challenge of the Gospel together in community. At the center of our lives are the two tables: the altar— the table of faith and sacrifice, and the dining table—the table of fraternity and fellowship. We have committed ourselves to the service of Christ and his Church through the apostolate of education. We form a new family, based on the Gospel of the Lord, in which we share in common prayer, friendship, possessions, work, successes, and difficulties. We aim to make family spirit the distinctive mark of our communities, growing in the characteristics of Mary, particularly her faith, humility, simplicity, and hospitality. Vocation Director, Brother Michael Gillen, S.M., Kellenberg Memorial High School, 1400 Glenn Curtiss Blvd., Uniondale, NY 11553; (516) 292-0200 ext. 287; e-mail: bromichael@ kellenberg.org; vocation blog: intothedeepblog. net; website: www.provinceofmeribah.org. See our web ad at www.VocationNetwork.org.

See ad on page 87. Code #334.

Marianists, Society of Mary (S.M.) An international Roman Catholic religious congregation of priests and brothers. More than 300 members serve in the Province of the United States, which includes India, Ireland, Mexico and Puerto Rico. In the U.S., the Marianists sponsor three universities—The University of Dayton in Ohio, St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, and Chaminade University of Honolulu—and numerous high schools, parishes, and retreat centers. Blessed William Joseph Chaminade founded the Society of Mary in France in 1817, and the Society has been present in the U.S. since 1849. Marianist brothers and priests live and minister together as equals, modeling their lives after Mary, the Mother of Jesus. As part of a wider Marianist Family that includes Marianist sisters and committed lay people, they are dedicated to forming persons and communities of faith through education, parish work, social service, the arts, and other ministries. Brother Tom Wendorf, S.M., Marianist National Voca-