2016 HORIZON No. 2 Spring -- Leadership makes the difference

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Editor's note

Consider the cross

By Carol Schuck Scheiber

The cover art for this edition is such a common rendition of the cross that it risks being overlooked. As I’ve put this edition together, I've looked at it a lot, and like so many truths in our faith, what seems simple can also be profound. Read more...

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Learn the latest about Vocation Ambassadors, Summer workshops, World Youth Day, and more. Read more...

Leadership makes the difference

By Sister Mary Rowell C.S.J.

Vocation ministers are called to be leaders both inside their communities and out. Read more...

Put your chapter to work for vocations

By Brother Paul Michalenko S.T.

Moving your community toward a strong vocation culture is a process, and a general chapter is a good time to begin or to continue. Read more...

Vocation ministry on the precipice

By Sr. Amy Hereford C.S.J.

Men and women are still joining religious communities, but those communities are dramatically smaller and fewer. How does this affect vocation ministry? Read more...

Doors of discernment

By Sr. Penelope Martin O.C.D.

Not only must we ourselves be people of prayer, but our first task as vocation directors is to encourage those who seek our guidance in a patient and attentive waiting on and listening to God: “Speak, Lord, your servant is listening.” Read more...

Culture of encounter can heal divisions

By Fr. Christopher Gibson C.P.

Pope Francis’ “culture of encounter” gives our communities a framework for healing generational differences. Read more...

Feed your spirit

The gates of hope

By Victoria Safford

Our mission is to plant ourselves at the gates of hope. Read more...

Book notes: An essential guide

By Sister Deborah M. Borneman SS.C.M.

Vocations Anonymous is a foundational book that ought to be a resource vocation ministers recommend and give away to inquirers and curious young adults. Read more...

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