Section:
vocations
Discernment: Getting to Know Us, Getting to Know God's Will
- Talk with a Sister of St. Francis of Philadelphia to become familiar with the charism of our congregation and to learn more about us.
- Prayer and reflection are central to discovering God’s will in your life.
- Meet with a spiritual director or mentor.
Understanding Stereotypes
One of the most challenging aspects of discerning religious life is getting beyond the stereotypes of what people think of “nuns.” Once you get to know us, you will realize that we are:
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Women who are vibrant and alive
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Women who are actively involved in serving the needs of the poor
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Women who are instruments of changing unjust structures
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Women who care deeply about relationship with God and with others
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Women of prayer
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Women who are on fire with the love of Jesus and who seek to share this love so generously with others
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Women who take the necessary risks to be a loving, compassionate presence in our violent world
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Women who travel the world to help those in need in an attempt to right the wrongs of society
