Our goal is to make the transition from a applicant lay-person to a mature, well-equipped minister a journey more easily taken by attainable steps with room to explore each step before the next one is taken.
The aim of all the formation is the attainment of a human and Christian maturity, which exists in the harmonious development of the physical, affective, intellectual and spiritual predispositions.
Through the basic intention of our Order, ministry in community, the formation yields itself to two main emphases: reception and integration into the community, and preparation for the common apostolic work. In our Order, up-to-date formation requires a thorough knowledge of our time and its diverse spiritual and intellectual trends. Only then are we equipped to really fulfill our ministry in the Church and in the world.
For the Postulant to enter a vowed community, and give his/her life entirely to God’s service, is a big step to take. There are no easy answers in reaching a final decision. It is ultimately an act, and usually, a leap of faith.
Ultimately, every person should decide what his/her vocation should be in a personal encounter with God. Every person born into this world has a vocation to holiness and Godly service. It is each individual’s mission to discover the unique way in which he/she is to serve.
While the process of discernment is often not without a struggle, it is not complicated. Basically, there are four steps: |