Novitiate
InFormation 2018 No. 3 : What Fascinates You?, by Helen Cahill, OP
InFormation Bulletins - InFormation 2018 No.3 Fall
"The questions I consider to be primary: Is the person requesting to enter this significant phase of religious life, the Novitiate, fascinated with the idea of following Jesus? Is she/he fascinated with the prospect of doing this with other women or men committed to proclaiming the Gospel? Is God the compelling reason behind the inquirer’s choice?"
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InFormation 2021 No. 1 : Together Program Adds Distance Option
InFormation Bulletins - InFormation 2021 No.1 Spring
"When [Catholic Theological Union] CTU announced that it would offer its fall courses online, Together shifted to a virtual format. As a result, program participants were able to connect with each other via Zoom for community time as well as prayer and formation experiences. We were delighted with the success of this virtual format! As a result of this success, Together is pleased to announce the addition of a distance format for those wanting to participate in the program from afar."
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InFormation 2021 No. 3 : How Can You Be Sure? Assessing Readiness for Formation, by Cathy Arnold, OP & Lorraine Reaume, OP
InFormation Bulletins - InFormation 2021 No.3 Fall
"We believe it is essential to consider the following readiness questions before considering a person’s theology or ecclesiology because these questions reflect core issues of sound human development. That comes first. Sometimes issues around ecclesiology can mask developmental or even psychological issues. If we first ensure that people are healthy and capable of formation, then we can all genuinely and openly engage other areas."
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Resource Manual Volume 4, Part 1, Formation Ministers : Chapters 07-10
Formation Resources - Resource Manuals - Volume IV
I: Role Descriptions and Models for Choosing, Assessing and Valuing Formation Ministers
- 1.7-10. Additional Congregations:
- 1.7. Sisters of Providence
- 1.7.1. Candidate Director: Purpose Responsibilities, Other Responsibilities
- 1.8. Benedictine Sisters of Pittsburgh, PA, Membership Team
- 1.8.1. Membership Team: Job Description and Guideline
- 1.8.1.1. Philosophy
- 1.8.1.2. Rationale
- 1.8.1.3. Prioress
- 1.8.1.4. Vocation Director
- 1.8.1.5. Pre-Novice Director
- 1.8.1.6. Novice Director
- 1.8.1.7. Temporary Professed Director
- 1.8.1.8. All Team members
- 1.8.1. Membership Team: Job Description and Guideline
- 1.9. Adorers of the Blood of Christ
- 1.9.1. Temporary Professed Minister Discernment: Letter to Congregation
- 1.9.2. Temporary Professed Period: Goals, Responsibilities, Expectations
- 1.9.3. Background Information to Guide Endorsements
- 1.9.4. Endorsement Form for Temporary Professed Position
- 1.9.5. Reflection Questions for Leadership and Formation Teams
- 1.9.6. Reflections Questions for Persons Considering the Position
- 1.10. Society of Mary (Marianists), Formative Activity:
Places and Agents of Formation- 1.10.1. Agents of Formation
- 1.10.2. Formational Environments
- 1.7. Sisters of Providence
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Resource Manual Volume 4, Part 1, Formation Ministers : Chapter 04
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I: Role Descriptions and Models for Choosing, Assessing and Valuing Formation Ministers
- 1.4. Sisters of the Humility of Mary
- 1.4.1. "Identifying Community Members for Vocation & Formation Ministry", Denise Maher, HM
- 1.4.1.1. Discernment Days for Vocation/Formation Ministry
- 1.4.1.2. Transformative Elements for Religious Life in the Future
- 1.4.1.3. Schedule and Process; Discernment Days; Vocation/Formation Ministers
- 1.4.1.4. Summary of Vocation/Formation Days
- 1.4.1.5. Discernment re Vocation/Formation Days
- 1.4.1.5.1. Reflection Sheet for Personal Use
- 1.4.1.5.2. Response Form for Those Discerning Regarding Vocation/Formation Ministry
- 1.4.1. "Identifying Community Members for Vocation & Formation Ministry", Denise Maher, HM
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Resource Manual Volume 4, Part 1, Formation Ministers : Chapter 03
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I: Role Descriptions and Models for Choosing, Assessing and Valuing Formation Ministers
- 1.3. Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill
- 1.3.1. Prayer of Discernment for the Postulant/Novice Director
- 1.3.2. Postulant/Novice Director Search Timeline
- 1.3.3. Postulant Director: Job Description
- 1.3.4. Novice Director: Job Description
- 1.3.5. Possible Questions for Candidate/Applicant for Role of Postulant/Novice Director
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Resource Manual Volume 3, Part 3, Welcoming : Chapter 03
Formation Resources - Resource Manuals - Volume III
Part III: Welcoming Communities : Best Practices
- 3. Welcoming to Vowed Life
- 3.1. Sisters of Mercy of the Americas West / Midwest Collaborative for New Membership
- 3.1.1. Welcoming Community Booklet
- 3.1.2. Welcoming Community Evaluation
- 3.1.3. Organizing Ideas for Welcoming Community Orientation
- 3.2. Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur
- 3.2.1. Initial Formation Communities
- 3.3. Adorers of the Blood of Christ
- 3.3.1. Welcoming Community Process
- 3.3.2. Welcoming Community Education History and Process
- 3.1. Sisters of Mercy of the Americas West / Midwest Collaborative for New Membership
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