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Study of new members to religious communities enters next phase

Study of new members to religious communities enters next phase

Urge your leaders and members to participate

Men and women in the United States who have entered religious life since 2003 are now being surveyed by the staff at the Center for Research in the Apostolate for an NRVC-sponsored study about contemporary membership trends. All are encouraged to participate. Read more...

Brothers & vocational prayer have special days this month

Brothers & vocational prayer have special days this month

May 1 & May 12

This is the perfect time to say thank you to a brother you know on May 1 (Religious Brothers Day) and to bend a knee in honor of Catholic vocations of all types on May 12. Read more...

Infographic of essential religious life facts

Infographic of essential religious life facts

Download it now!

The National Religious Vocation Conference has produced an infographic with essential demographic facts about religious life. It is available for free download at nrvc.net. Read more...

VISION wins award; latest HORIZON online

VISION wins award; latest HORIZON online

Check out VISION's most recent award—and log in to read the latest edition of HORIZON. Read more...

NRVC co-sponsoring "essential conversation" on abuse of power

NRVC co-sponsoring "essential conversation" on abuse of power

Save the date!

On June 26, Father John M. Tourangeau, O.Praem., Ph.D. will present a webinar co-sponsored by NRVC, RFC, and CMSM on "Gospel Values and Essential Conversations: Confronting Abuses of Power in Religious Life." Read more...

Register for Summer Institute

Register for Summer Institute

Join us for summer workshops in Chicago

Don't delay, register now to take professional development courses at the NRVC Summer Institute, taking place July 9-24 in the beautiful Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago. Read more...

Follow-up resources for synod on youth, faith, vocation

Follow-up resources for synod on youth, faith, vocation

Recent updates

A wealth of materials and learning opportunities are being offered as a follow up to the 2018 synod of bishops on "youth, faith, and vocation discernment." Read more...

Member area news

Member areas to meet this month and next

Member area meetings for NRVC will take place in the next month in the Delaware Valley, Lake Erie/Ohio River, Mid-Atlantic, New England, Pacific Northwest, and Upper Midwest areas. Read more...

Resource of the month

Resource of the month

Your One Wild and Precious Life: Thoughts on Vocation

This slim volume packs in plenty of wisdom for all people considering what to do with their lives. It makes an ideal gift for graduates, discerners, and more. Read more...

News of HORIZON advertisers & collaborators

News of HORIZON advertisers & collaborators

Opportunities for ministers and discerners

Be sure to check into these opportunities offered by HORIZON vocation journal advertisers and our collaborators. Read more...

Calendar

Dates for 2019 vocation ministry

Review opportunities to take part in professional development and celebrate consecrated life. Read more...

HORIZON and VISION earn awards ...

We're delighted to announce that our two vocation publications, VISION and ... More

Summer Institute ...

Join us for any of the five workshops offered on-site at ... More

NRVC Recognition Awards ...

As we look forward to gathering together at Convocation, NRVC members ... More

Join us at Convocation! ...

This year’s keynote presentations, liturgies, and conversations are important for everyone ... More

Annual Ordination Class Report ...

Read this report to learn more about men who will be ... More

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Ethical Issues in Vocation and Formation Ministry

July 16-17, 2024,

National Eucharistic Congress

July 17-21, 2024,

Behavioral Assessment 1

July 19-21, 2024,

Health and Wellness in Candidate Assessment

July 23-24, 2024,

Being Human and Sexual: An Evolving Understanding

July 26-29, 2024,

Board Executive Committee Meeting

August 8-10, 2024,

Chicago, IL

National Office Closed

September 2, 2024,

National Holiday

National Board Meeting

Sept. 9-13,

Philadelphia, PA

Pre-Convocation Workshops

October 31,

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VISION Discerner Guide

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Sister Tarianne DeYonker, O.P.

Sister Tarianne DeYonker, O.P.

Sister Tarianne DeYonker, O.P. is part of the vocation team for the Adrian Dominican Sisters headquartered in Michigan. Her six-person vocation team initiates and nurtures relationships with many young adults--especially those who are making decisions about how to use their gifts. Read more...

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