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Adorers of the Blood of Christ (A.S.C.) Courageous, Compassionate, and Committed. The Adorers strive to be Christ’s reconciling presence in our world by responding to the needs of individuals and society. Diverse in our ministries and singular in our mission to be a compassionate presence wherever we are, Adorers serve as educators, justice advocates, healthcare workers, pastoral ministers, spiritual directors, and more. We are also an international community ministering in 24 countries. Join us as we follow in the footsteps of our foundress St. Maria De Mattias who believed Christ is establishing a beautiful world, and our mission is to participate in that work. Are you a courageous, compassionate, committed woman? You can make a difference as an Adorer of the Blood of Christ visit www.adorers.org or call or text our Ministry of Vocations Director Lori at 314 203-1678. See our online ad at VocationNetwork. org. See our online ad at DigitalVocationGuide.org. See ad on page 43. Code #001. Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (A.S.C.J.) We were founded in Viareggio, Italy, in 1894 by Blessed Clelia Merloni. Clelia, after a miraculous healing, founded the community devoted to the Sacred Heart of Jesus with the desire of making His Love more known, loved and served. St. Paul’s words, “The Love of Christ Impels Us!” is the community’s motto. The Apostles, consecrated women of the Church, seek to reflect the love of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in lives of prayer, compassion and service. The sisters serve in education, healthcare, pastoral ministry, social services, human development, and missionary activity. An international Congregation, they serve in Italy, Albania, Switzerland, Chile, Benin, Mozambique, Portugal, Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, the Philippines, Haiti, Ireland, and the United States. Sr. Angela Gertsema, A.S.C.J., 295 Benham Street, Hamden, CT 06514; 203-889-0408; email: vocations@ascjus.org; Congregation website: www.ascjus.org. Code #267. Augustinian Nuns (O.S.A.) Union with God, unity with one another in Christ is the call of Augustinian contemplative life. Contemplation, conversion, communion. Our lives as women dedicated to the monastic contemplative life according to the tradition of Saint Augustine witness to the prayer of Jesus “may they all be one, as you, Father, are in me and I in you, that they also may be in us, so that the world may believe that you sent me” (John 17:21). Emphasizing this union, the opening lines of the Rule of St. Augustine read: “The main reason for coming to the monastery is to live intent upon God in oneness of mind and heart.” Daily celebration of the Eucharist, Liturgy of the Hours, sacred reading, devotion to Our Lady, times of personal prayer, and participation in the works and ministries of the monastery all create the harmony and joy of our life. Our service to the Church includes sharing the fruits of our prayer as we minister to those who, like ourselves, are walking this pilgrimage of faith. We welcome single women between the ages of 18 and 40, who desire to give all, live all, be all for the love God, and to share the fruits of contemplation with others Contact Sr. Mary Grace Kuppe, O.S.A., 815-463-9662; sr.marygrace@sbcglobal.net. We hold you in our hearts and in our prayer. See ad on page 25. Code #161.
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Benedictine Nuns (O.S.B.), Greensburg, PA—St. Emma Monastery As Benedictine nuns, our particular monastic tradition dates back to 1035, the founding of our motherhouse in Germany. The praise of God in The Liturgy of the Hours with the celebration of Holy Mass form the structure of our day. Lectio divina, personal prayer, love made manifest in work, hospitality, and
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community living in an atmosphere of silence are key elements of our monastic life. St. Benedict offers us the faith perspective that the tools of the monastery are as sacred vessels of the altar. Our monastic life is a life of love, lived out in service to God and to others within the monastery. St. Benedict urges us to seek God both in others and in ourselves. In this school of the Lord´s service we learn to have our hearts enlarged and run in the way of God´s commandments (Prologue, Rule of St. Benedict). Contact Sr. Maria Johanna, O.S.B., Vocation Director, 1001 Harvey Avenue, Greensburg, PA 15601; 724-834-3060 x137; vocations@stemma.org; stemma.org. See ad on page 140. Code #446 Benedictine Nuns (O.S.B.), Petersham, MA—St. Scholastica Priory Located in the heart of the New England forest, St. Scholastica Priory is a community of contemplative Benedictine nuns. Following the Rule of St. Benedict, we seek to live in God´s presence through lives wholly dedicated to prayer. The monastery, the “school of the Lord´s service,” is organized to facilitate this search. The Eucharist and the seven Hours of the Divine Office prayed with Gregorian chant, lectio divina, work and the common life of mutual charity are the pillars of our 1,500-year-old monastic heritage. Liturgy is celebrated with our twin community of monks, St. Mary´s Monastery, and our guesthouse enables us to share our life with retreatants who seek God in their own lives. Monastic Experience weekends are offered. Women aged 18-40 are invited to contact Sr. Mary Frances Wynn, O.S.B., Vocation Director, St. Scholastica Priory, 271 N. Main St., P.O. Box 606, Petersham, MA, 01366; smfwynn@ aol.com; 978-724-3213; www.stscholasticapriory.org. See ad on page 137. Code #482. Benedictine Sisters/A.B.F.C. (American Benedictine Formation Conference) Each monastic community, though observing the Rule of St. Benedict, is independent and self-governing. Community is the central ministry of Benedictine monasteries. We share our lives, our prayer, and our work as a way of blessing the world. This common life is meant to be a sign that “strangers can live together in love.” Our monastic profession of obedience, stability, and fidelity to the monastic way of life, binds us to God, to the Church, and to one another. A balanced, contemplative life, Benedictine spirituality yields meaningful ministry that addresses the needs of the modern world, e.g. education, healthcare, pastoral ministry, social work, spiritual direction, missionary activity. Each monastery is unique in size, geographic location, and in the distribution of God’s gifts. Common to us all, is the pursuit of peace and the search for God. Website: www.abfconline.org/sisters. See ad on page 57. Code #004. Benedictine Sisters (O.S.B.), Atchison, KS—Mount St. Scholastica We are a community of 110 women who seek God through communal living and common prayer. Our ministry flows from our contemplative roots and focuses on enhancing the lives of others through prayer, education and service. We strive to eliminate the root causes of injustice through prophetic witness to Christian values, education, and emphasis on care for all creation. Our ministries include Sophia Center, an on-campus spirituality center in Atchison, and Keeler Center, a women’s center serving the urban core of Kansas City, KS. Some sisters are engaged in healthcare, social service, and teaching. We invite women, ages 22-50 who seek more information, to visit us or to contact: Sr. Marcia, O.S.B., 801 So. 8th St., Atchison, KS 66002-2724, 913.370.3733 (text/ cell); 913-360-6219 (work); email: vocation@ mountosb.org; microsite: www.BeANun.org; website: www.mountosb.org. See ad on page 57. Code #004.
Benedictine Sisters (O.S.B.), Beech Grove, IN—Our Lady of Grace Monastery As Benedictine sisters we seek God in community centered on prayer, work and hospitality. Through our monastic promises of obedience, stability and fidelity to the monastic way of life we commit ourselves to the lifelong process of becoming who God calls us to be. Our life of prayer in community flows out into service in the Church and the world. We minister to others in the areas of education, healthcare, pastoral ministry, retreat ministry, and spiritual direction. Through this life of prayer and service we come to know our deepest joy. We invite single, Catholic women ages 20–45, who are discerning their vocation, to come and visit us to learn more about the Benedictine way of life. Contact: Sr. Julie Sewell, 1402 Southern Avenue, Beech Grove, Indiana 46107; 317 787-3287 ext. 3032; email: vocations@benedictine. com; website: www.benedictine.com. See ad on page 57. Code #004. Benedictine Sisters (O.S.B.), Bismarck, ND—Annunciation Monastery We are a community of 47 monastic women who seek God and care for God’s people. Our monastery is nestled atop a bluff overlooking the scenic Missouri River. We value common prayer, the Eucharist, and time alone with God. We value community life and care for and support one another. Women of faith, we make a vital impact on the lives of others through our ministries and prayer. As individuals we do whatever work best suits our talents; most of us are involved in our sponsored ministries of CHI St. Alexius Health (Bismarck and Garrison), the University of Mary, our Benedictine hospitality center, and Ministry on the Margins. We are vibrant, creative leaders in our area. We invite you to explore joining us in an incredible journey. Sr. Hannah Vanorny, O.S.B., 7520 University Drive, Bismarck, ND 58504-9653; 701425-9734; email: hvanorny@gmail.com; website: www.annunciationmonastery.org; facebook: www.facebook.com/ pages/Annunciation-Monastery/233858728103?fref=nf. See ad on page 57. Code #004. Benedictine Sisters (O.S.B.), Bristow, VA—St. Benedict Monastery In the spirit of the 1,500-year-old tradition of the Benedictine Order, we commit our lives to seeking God in community and have served the people of Virginia for 150 years. Our monastic life is comprised of communal prayer, ministry, and sharing of our common life. Several corporate ministries address the needs in our local church and community: education, homelessness, adult literacy, retreats, spiritual direction, counseling, and hospitality. Praying the Liturgy of the Hours, we bring the needs of our world to God. Our live-in program offers the possibility to live and pray within our monastic community while volunteering in one of our ministries or working outside. We offer Monastic Discernment Weekends frequently. Please contact Sr. Andrea Westkamp, O.S.B., Saint Benedict Monastery, 9535 Linton Hall Road, Bristow, VA 20136-1217; 703298-5337; email: vocations@osbva.org; website: www. osbva.org; Facebook: Benedictine Sisters of VA Vocations. See ad on page 57. Code #004. Benedictine Sisters (O.S.B.), Chicago, IL—St. Scholastica Monastery We are Benedictine women called to seek God in prayer and community, serving where there is need. As Benedictines, our primary ministry is community; as women of the 21st century, we work to build that community in the church, in our city and throughout the world, ministering in such fields as education, social services, pastoral ministry, and spiritual development. Underlying all we do is a desire to live the Gospel command to love God and neighbor. Women 2150 who wish to seek God in an active monastic community by living a balanced life of prayer and work are invited to contact us. Vocation Minister, 7430 N. Ridge Boulevard,
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