2010 HORIZON No. 5 -- Young members reflect on study | Making vocation transitions work

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Editor’s Note

Season for change

By Carol Schuck Scheiber

I don’t recall many of my college lectures, but, surprisingly, I still remember my freshman English teacher quoting Ecclesiastes and telling us that the summation of human wisdom is to know the “season” we are in and to act accordingly. That gave me pause (in part because I was astonished that he would quote the Bible in the secular environment of my campus). Read more...

Young voices respond to the NRVC-CARA study of new members

By Br. Jesús Alonso C.S.C., Patrick Gilger S.J., Sr. Elizabeth Kovacs S.C.C., and Sr. Karen Owens S.S.J.

Young members of religious communities find their own experiences reflected in the NRVC-CARA study. They are hopeful and have plenty of ideas about how to build a future. Read more...

Five steps to a smooth transition out of vocation ministry

By Sr. Anita Louise Lowe O.S.B.

Want to leave gracefully when it’s time to go? Try these tips from someone who has been there. Read more...

Healthy transitions for new members, ministers and the community

By Sr. Mercedes J. McCann R.S.M.

Vocation ministry by its very nature involves many transitions—for discerners, ministers and the community. We can grow in wisdom and spirit if we pay attention to transition and give it its due. Read more...

Secrets to successful service projects

By James Knowles

Service experiences can help young adults to get to know religious, deepen their faith and assist those in need. A seasoned youth minister shares what he has learned over the years about organizing group service programs. Read more...

From fear to Facebook: first steps into social media

From fear to Facebook: first steps into social media

By Carol Schuck Scheiber

Social networking has such great power for enhancing vocation ministry, it is worth wading into unknown waters to use this free technology. Read more...

Book notes: Book challenges us to racial justice

Book notes: Book challenges us to racial justice

By Sr. Dawn M. Nothwehr O.S.F.

Most experts in racial justice see the Catholic Church as “Those who preach, but don’t practice.” In this stellar work, Racial Justice and the Catholic Church, African American priest and moral theologian Bryan N. Massingale asks: “Does Catholic faith have any relevance for the struggle for racial justice and equality in 21st century America?” Read more...

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Short-term volunteer stints have proven to be a good way for Sister Jenny Wilson, R.S.M. to get to know women who might consider religious life. Building a relationship with people is key, she says, and the volunteer experience allows time for that. Read more...

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