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Redemptorist Renewal Center

The peaceful Sonoran Desert is the stunning setting for this retreat center. It offers programs year-round, including its "Contemplative Study and Sabbatical Program" and the "Hesychia School of Spiritual Direction." Learn more at desertrenewal.org.

Global Sisters Report

Don't miss "The Life," monthly reflections from a diverse panel of sisters from around the world.

Institute of Religious Formation & Hesburgh Sabbatical

The Institute of Religious Formation and Hesburgh Sabbatical Programs at Catholic Theological Union are currently accepting applications for the fall semester of both programs, which begin August 28. For more information, see ctu.edu/academics/special-programs.

Mexican American Catholic College

The Mexican American Catholic College in San Antonio, Texas offers courses in Pastoral Spanish and in Hispanic Ministry. Participate in a transformative experience and be part of a diverse community rooted in faith. Maccsa.org.

St. Luke's Institute

St. Luke Institute offers many resources such as handouts and webinars for religious. In addition, it offers candidate assessments. Assessments play a crucial role during the discernment process, and St. Luke's provides important insights about candidates. Learn what this facility has to offer at sli.org.

News of NRVC collaborating organizations

Catholics on Call: applications available now

Catholics on Call is sponsoring a Young Adult Conference July 23-27. The conference will be expanded to a five-day program at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. This experience is designed for women and men (ages 18+) who may be thinking about a life of service in the church as a lay minister, religious sister, brother, or priest. Applications for the 2019 Young Adult Conference are available here.

RFC offers webinars, conference

The Religious Formation Conference has more than 35 webinars and presentations available online for a fee for non-members or free for members. Find them at relforcon.org. In addition, the RFC is sponsoring the following webinars:

• "Pope Francis’s Gaudete Et Exsultate," by Father Dan Horan, O.F.M., Ph.D. on Tuesday, April 16 at 1 p.m. CT

• "Being Signs of Courageous Hope," 2019 RFC Congress, October 24-27.
Learn more at relforcon.org.