Expecatations

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What are some of your interests and personal characteristics? (Check all that apply.)

How important is the Catholic Faith to you?

What is your state in life?

How old are you?

Do you have an interest in becoming a consecrated religious?

I'm not only serious, but have contacted at least one other religious community.
I would like to seriously look into becoming a consecrated religious.
Yes, I've thought about becoming a consecrated religious.
Not really.
Hmmm... I haven't really thought about it until now.

Do you find yourself saying, “I want to give myself totally to God”?

Are you drawn to prayer?

How do you feel about wearing a habit?

Do you have any school debt, car payments, or other debt?

What about other aspects of religious life?

The religious vows might be a challenge, but they don’t seem out of the question.
The vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience seem too overwhelming.

What do you think of community life?

My experience hasn't been perfect, but I can see how living with other religious could grow into lifelong friendships.
I've had problems living with siblings, roommates, or others, and don't want to face this again.

How is your health?

My health is good.
I’m taking psychiatric medication, such as an anti-depressant.
I have a physical handicap or chronic illness which presents some difficulty in my day-to-day life.

Have you prayed about a vocation to religious life?

Do you think you might have an interest in a community life of prayer, adoration, and service of the Church?

Do you have a spiritual director—one who guides you in discerning your vocation?

Would you be willing to visit our friary in Lincoln, Nebraska, for a while to see what our life is like?

Prayer Requests - Expecatations