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Alexian Brothers (C.F.A.) Alexian Brothers is an 800 year old lay, apostolic congregation dedicated to prayer and serving our fellow man facing a variety of today’s challenges. We are committed to doing God’s work by actively providing love and compassionate care to the marginalized among us. Working in a variety of ministry settings, we reach out to serve the needs of the poor, elderly, hungry and incarcerated as well as those challenged by mental and physical illness. By living in community, we continue to live a way of life through which we provide spiritual support and work towards social justice for those we are called to serve. Ordinary Men Leading Extraordinary Lives. Vocation Director, 3040 W. Salt Creek Lane, Arlington Heights, IL 60005; 1-847-463-8904; e-mail: vocations@ alexian.net; website: www.alexianbrothers.org. See our web ad at VocationNetwork.org.
See ad on page 156. Code #141.
Augustinian Friars (O.S.A.)—Midwest Province of Our Mother of Good Counsel and Province of St.
Joseph, Canada The Midwest and Canadian Provinces of the Augustinians are composed of 100 plus brothers and priests. We currently have 12 men in initial formation. The Augustinians trace their spiritual roots to St. Augustine, a 5th century Bishop and Doctor of the Church. Augustine writes in the very beginning of his Confessions, “You have made us for Yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in You.” Augustinian life is a shared journey to God, a life of contemplation and action, prayer and service. Our ministries include but are not limited to: secondary education, parish ministry, foreign missions, care for the sick and elderly, hospital chaplaincies, counseling, shrine ministry and retreat ministry. We currently minister in Illinois, Michigan, Oklahoma, Wisconsin, and the United Nations, in addition to our missions in Peru and Japan. Vocation Director: Fr. Tom McCarthy, O.S.A., Vocation Office, St. Thomas Monastery, 800 E. Lancaster Ave. Villanova, PA 19085; 610-519-4674; e-mail: vocations@midwestaugustinians.org; website: www. augustinianvocations.org. Latino inquirers please contact: Fr. Jorge Cleto, O.S.A.; St. Nicholas of Tolentine Parish; 2345 University Ave. Bronx, NY 10468; (978)-837-2749; e-mail: luiscasso@yahoo. com. See our web ad at vocationnetwork.org.
See ad on page 99. Code #207.
Augustinian Friars (O.S.A.)—Province
of St. Thomas of Villanova The Villanova Province consists of 175 plus friars living in communities in Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Florida with missions in Japan and Peru. With two institutions of higher learning, two high schools, and a number of parishes along the East Coast, we friars are found in various types of ministries and settings, working with the People of God and striving to be united in mind and heart intent upon God as St. Augustine challenges us. We currently have 12 men in initial formation. Vocation Director: Fr. Tom McCarthy, O.S.A., St. Thomas Monastery, 800 Lancaster Ave., Villanova, PA 19085; (610) 519-4674; e-mail: vocations@ augustinian.org.; website: www.augustinianvocations.org. Latino inquirers please contact: Fr. Jorge Cleto, O.S.A.; St. Nicholas of Tolentine Parish; 2345 University Ave. Bronx, NY 10468; (978)-837-2749; e-mail: luiscasso@yahoo.com. See our web ad at vocationnetwork.org.
See ad on page 99. Code #207.
Augustinian Monks of the Primitive Obser-
vance (O.S.A.Prim.) “Our hearts are restless until they rest in you.” Do you have a pioneer spirit? Perhaps the Lord is calling you to be a consecrated man and join with us as a monk in giving yourself totally to God in a life of monastic contemplative prayer, joyful brotherhood, and in building up our Monastery in Florida. Augustinian Monks of the Primitive Observance, Mother of the Good Shepherd Monastery, 2075 Mercers Fernery Road, DeLand, FL 32720;Tel: (386) 736-4321; e-mail: monks@augustinianmonks.com; www.augustinianmonks.com.
Code #020.
Augustinians of the Assumption (A.A.) The Assumptionists are a worldwide congregation of almost 900 religious priests and brothers located in 30 countries. We are experiencing an uptick in vocations among men inspired by our simple yet expansive motto: “Thy Kingdom Come.” What makes us unique? We’re traditional in insisting on the essentials: love of Jesus Christ before any other devotion, and love of his Body the Church. We embrace the Rule of St. Augustine and such monastic values as study, contemplation, silence, fraternal life, and common prayer. But we’re also apostolic, and so we seek to renew society using a language and means that will reach the people of our day. We focus on education in all its forms: university education, but also journalism, ecumenism, foreign missions, parishes, youth and campus ministry, the dialogue between faith and culture, and more. Join us as we transform lives and transform society. Come and see! www.assumptionists.us/vocations. Contact: Fr. Ronald Sibugan, A.A., Emmanuel House, 512 Salisbury Street., Worcester, MA 01609; 617-991-8335; assumption.vocmin@gmail.com.
Code #328.
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Barnabite Fathers and Brothers (C.R.S.P.) [Clerics Regular of St.
Paul] The Barnabite Fathers, the Clerics Regular of St. Paul, inspired to follow the spirit of St. Paul by their founder, St. Anthony M. Zaccaria, profess solemnly the vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience and live in communities that, from our beginnings in 1530, have been characterized by an intense life of interior renewal, centered on Christ Crucified and on the Eucharist, by a remarkable communal spirit, and dedication to spiritual renewal whose true purpose is the genuine honor of Christ, genuine availability to one’s neighbor and profound humility. We serve in the United States, Canada, Asia, Europe, and South America in a variety of ministries including Spiritual Centers, parishes, Our Lady of Fatima Shrine, NY, education, and the missions. For information see our website: www.barnabites.com or contact Rev. Peter M. Calabrese, C.R.S.P., P.O. Box 167, Youngstown, NY 14174-0167; (716) 754-7489; e-mail: BarnabitesUSA@fatimashrine.com. See our web ad at vocationnetwork.org.
See ad on page 108. Code #254.
Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.), Collegeville, MN—Saint John’s Ab-
bey Saint John’s Abbey is a Catholic Benedictine monastery of 120+ monks living, praying, and working together amid 2900 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 and Seminary, the Liturgical Press, the Hill Museum and Manuscript Library, and more. A monk of Saint John’s lives a life steeped in the rhythm of prayer, work, and community life according to the Rule of Saint Benedict. This includes both private and community prayer, lectio divina, daily Eucharist, daily work, community meals, and fellowship together. Brother Paul-Vincent Niebauer, 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 vocationnetwork.org.
See ad on page 36. Code #132.
Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.), Lisle, IL—Saint
Procopius 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.
Code #465.
Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.), Morristown,
NJ—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 vocationnetwork.org.
See ad on page 134. Code #088.
Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.), Newark, NJ—New-
ark Abbey 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, and Saint Mary’s Oratory. We offer assistance to local parishes, and convents. So why don’t you come live the Rule of St. Benedict with us! Men ages 18-35 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 143. Code #182.
Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.), Peru, IL—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 sixteen 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 Abbot Philip Davey, O.S.B., St. Bede Abbey, 24 W US Highway 6, Peru, IL 61354; (815) 250-0341; e-mail: frphilip@st-bede.com; website: www.stbedeabbey.org.
Code #468.
Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.), Pine City, NY—
Mount Saviour Monastery Mount Saviour is a community of monks who are 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. Live-in experience possible. 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.), Richmond, VA—
Mary Mother of the Church Abbey Mary Mother of the Church Abbey is a vibrant community of monks, Brothers and Priests, seeking God in the spirit of the Rule of Saint Benedict as expressed through our prayerful Liturgy and the work of our ministries. Coming to the historical Richmond, Virginia in 1860, the monks are dedicated to a life of prayer, simplicity, pastoral work in the local diocese, social outreach, retreats, and education ministry through the Benedictine College Preparatory, an all-boys military high school. We pray together five times a day including the celebration of the Holy Eucharist, as well as daily Holy Hour. Please consider visiting us any time of the year to experience our life of prayer and service to the local community. We are excited to hear from you via our Vocation Director, Fr. John Mary Lugemwa, OSB at vocations@richmondmonks.org or call (804)-7089653, or 12829 River Road, Richmond, VA 23238. Our website: www.RichmondMonks.org.
See ad on page 43. Code #507.
Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.), Saint Benedict,
LA—Saint Joseph Abbey St. Joseph Abbey is a Benedictine Monastery located in St. Benedict, LA, just north of New Orleans. Presently the community has 30 members. The community has as its ministry the administration of St. Joseph Seminary College, 2 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. Ephrem Arcement, O.S.B.; 75376 River Road, St. Benedict, LA 70457; (985) 892-1800 ext. 1301 or e-mail: frephrem@sjasc. edu. The abbey website is www.saintjosephabbey.com.
Code #408.
Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.), Saint Benedict, OR—Mount Angel Ab-
bey Mount Angel Abbey in Saint Benedict, Oregon, is a community of 60 priests and brothers, living and working together according to the Rule of St. Benedict. We are pastors, scholars, teachers, artists, artisans, and skilled and unskilled laborers. We range in age from 19 to 89 years old with 20 men in monastic and priestly formation. Our primary apostolate is the monastic life of prayer and work. Since 1889 we have operated Mount Angel Seminary; the largest College and Graduate Seminary in the Western United States training men for the diocesan and religious priesthood. Our Abbey Library is a world-class architectural structure with an outstanding collection available to our monks, students and the general public. Our guest house hosts and sponsors retreats for groups and individuals. Complimentary Monastic Discernment Retreats are held quarterly. Contact Fr. Odo Recker, O.S.B., Mount Angel Abbey, 1 Abbey Drive, Saint Benedict, OR 97373; (503) 845-3123; e-mail: Odo.Recker@mtangel.edu; website: www.mountangelabbey.org. See our web ad at vocationnetwork.org.
See ad on page 132. Code #365.
Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.), Saint Meinrad, IN—Saint Meinrad Archab-
bey Saint Meinrad Archabbey is a Roman Catholic monastery located in rural southern Indiana. Monks live a common life of shared work and prayer, according to the Rule of St. Benedict, and serve the Church through their prayer five times a day including daily Eucharist, and their works of education (Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology), retreat ministry and hospitality, pastoral assistance to local parishes, and the ownership and operation of Abbey Caskets. Saint Meinrad is a spiritual center for many people of faith and is known for its beautiful liturgy and its service to the local and broader Church. A formal come-and-see experience, “A Monastic Observance,” is scheduled each year, December 27-Jan. 1, and personal visits can be arranged for almost any time of the year. For more information or to inquire about visiting, contact: Office of Monastery Vocations, 100 Hill Drive, Saint Meinrad, IN 47577; (812) 357-6318; e-mail: vocations@saintmeinrad.edu; website: www.saintmeinrad.org.
Code #014.
Benedictine Monks (O.S.B.), Subiaco,
AR—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 44 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 ten 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. Patrick Boland at 479-438-1810 or vocations@subi.org or www.benedictinemonks.org.
See ad on page 4. Code #256.
Brothers of Christian Instruction (F.I.C.) Our community of Brothers was founded to “make Jesus Christ known” according to Fathers John de La Mennais and Gabriel Deshayes who established the congregation at Saint Brieuc, Brittany, France in 1819. Today, with nearly 900 members in 24 countries, the Brothers’ educational mission is primarily as teachers, guidance counselors, and administrators in Catholic high schools and colleges. Brothers may also minister as retreat directors, spiritual directors and counselors, pastoral associates, and in foreign missions especially in East Africa, Japan, and the Philippines. In the United States Brothers are called to live a simple, prayerful, community lifestyle in Alfred, ME, and at Walsh University, North Canton, OH. Single, Catholic men seeking to become Brothers and those interested in Associate membership should contact: Bro. Albert Heinrich, P.O. Box 159, Alfred, ME 04002; (207) 324-6612; e-mail: ficbros@yahoo.com; website: www. brothersofchristianinstruction.org.
See ad on page 32. Code #206.
The Brothers of the Christian Schools (F.S.C. Fratres Scholarum Christiana-
rum) As Brothers of the Christian Schools (De La Salle Christian Brothers) we are passionate about our mission of providing a human and Christian education to the young, especially those on the margins. Together in community, we live out the Gospel and our Lasallian charism as elementary, middle, and secondary school teachers, university professors, counselors, missionaries, social workers, youth ministers, campus ministers, administrators, and retreat directors. Internationally, we are the largest group of lay religious men in the Catholic Church dedicated exclusively to the ministry of education with some 4,000 Brothers serving in 80 countries. In the United States and Canada, our ministries include 7 Colleges/Universities, 52 high schools, 15 middle schools and 23 educational centers. The Founder of the Brothers is St. John Baptist de La Salle (1651–1719) who is Patron Saint of Teachers. We invite faith-filled, energetic, generous, and committed men to discern with us. Vocation Director, Christian Brothers Conference, McCormick Pavilion at Theological College, 415 Michigan, NE, Suite 300, Washington, D.C. 20017; (202) 529-0047; e-mail: info@brothersvocation.org; website: www. brothersvocation.org.
