Santa Cruz Posted July 17, 2011 Share Posted July 17, 2011 [quote name='FutureSister2009' timestamp='1310780009' post='2268022'] I getcha. Sounds like a good time! I think I'm finally starting to have a breakthrough and it makes me happy. I've been emailing Mother Lumen from the SSVMs and we're trying to get to know each other a little better and maybe eventually I'll feel more comfortable about visiting them. But it turns out she grew up in the same Diocese I currently live in! And she knows my Parish very well!! It wasn't her Parish but she went there a lot! It's exciting! It does seem almost too good to be true but I hope it's going to work out for the best! [/quote] I continue to pray for you and always enjoy your posts. Indeed, in time, God brings all things to goodness for those who love Him... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MargaretTeresa Posted July 17, 2011 Share Posted July 17, 2011 [quote name='TheresaThoma' timestamp='1310933494' post='2268839'] (Sort of off topic but relating to frustration about having to wait, feeling stagnant etc) I have kind of a unique situation I'm a convert and I still live with my (non Catholic ) parents. Thus discerning religious life can put a lot of tension on the relationship. Anyways when I wrote to one of my Jesuit friends he came back with this beautiful peace of advice. He told me that a lot of formation can go on within the "cloister of your heart" [font="arial, sans-serif"][size="2"]. This made me realize that I might not be able to do anything that I would consider actively discerning but I CAN work on the "cloister of my heart" and make it a strong and beautiful place.[/size][/font] [font="arial, sans-serif"][size="2"]Just something to think about for all of you and Good luck with your journeys![/size][/font] [/quote] I'm in the same situation as you. Except my mom isn't happy about me being Catholic at all. But Whatever. And that's wonderful advice. Read FaithCecila's signature, too; it's amesome and deals with our situation slightly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaPetiteSoeur Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 [quote name='TheresaThoma' timestamp='1310933494' post='2268839'] (Sort of off topic but relating to frustration about having to wait, feeling stagnant etc) I have kind of a unique situation I'm a convert and I still live with my (non Catholic ) parents. Thus discerning religious life can put a lot of tension on the relationship. Anyways when I wrote to one of my Jesuit friends he came back with this beautiful peace of advice. He told me that a lot of formation can go on within the "cloister of your heart" [font="arial, sans-serif"][size="2"]. This made me realize that I might not be able to do anything that I would consider actively discerning but I CAN work on the "cloister of my heart" and make it a strong and beautiful place.[/size][/font] [font="arial, sans-serif"][size="2"]Just something to think about for all of you and Good luck with your journeys![/size][/font] [/quote] Bienvenue! Your Jesuit friend's advice is [i]wonderful[/i]! Thank you for sharing! Prayers for you and the situation with your parents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 LaPetit: Have I mentioned how much I love your avatar??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaPetiteSoeur Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 [quote name='Lisa' timestamp='1311015342' post='2269544'] LaPetit: Have I mentioned how much I love your avatar??? [/quote] Merci! I love it too! [img]http://www.phatmass.com/phorum/public/style_emoticons/default/nun1.gif[/img] I found it online; it's actually a recreation of the Dominican sisters of the Sick! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeresaBenedicta Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 I wonder what it will be like to live with my sisters. It's like a sort of limbo... I'm there but not [i]really[/i] a part of the community. What will my obligations be? What will I be able to participate in? What will it be like? I'm guessing I'll just be awkward for the first few weeks until everything gets worked out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary Magdalene Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 [quote name='TeresaBenedicta' timestamp='1311020638' post='2269600'] I wonder what it will be like to live with my sisters. It's like a sort of limbo... I'm there but not [i]really[/i] a part of the community. What will my obligations be? What will I be able to participate in? What will it be like? I'm guessing I'll just be awkward for the first few weeks until everything gets worked out. [/quote] Praying for you TeresaBenedicta. Im sure the awkardness wil pass once they get used to you and you to them. It takes a little time settling into a routine and knowing what it is your supposed to be doing and participating in. But I am sure that all will be explained to you. and if your not sure just ask! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 I really, really, really want to go to one of the profession Masses in Ann Arbor!!!!! Now it's determining whether I can afford the $100 in gas to get there and back, which is kind of a lot for a less than 24 hour trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
das8949 Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 [quote name='Lisa' timestamp='1311093460' post='2270165'] I really, really, really want to go to one of the profession Masses in Ann Arbor!!!!! Now it's determining whether I can afford the $100 in gas to get there and back, which is kind of a lot for a less than 24 hour trip. [/quote] Lisa When do the postulants become novices? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 [quote name='DarleneSteinemann' timestamp='1311114688' post='2270378'] Lisa When do the postulants become novices? [/quote] I'm not 100% sure on that- it's not a public ceremony so they probably won't list it till afterwards. Sometime in August, though. Final Vows: Aug 2 First Vows: Aug 4 Entrance date (new aspirants): Aug 28 Pray for them!!!! (and for all who have women professing or renewing vows and entering their communities) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeresaBenedicta Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 [quote name='Lisa' timestamp='1311129977' post='2270730'] I'm not 100% sure on that- it's not a public ceremony so they probably won't list it till afterwards. Sometime in August, though. Final Vows: Aug 2 First Vows: Aug 4 Entrance date (new aspirants): Aug 28 Pray for them!!!! (and for all who have women professing or renewing vows and entering their communities) [/quote] Maybe Aug. 8th, which is St. Dominic's feast day? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopefulBride Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 [quote name='TeresaBenedicta' timestamp='1311133566' post='2270839'] Maybe Aug. 8th, which is St. Dominic's feast day? [/quote] Yeah... That makes sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominicansoul Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 My dearest Dominican Sister, Sister Mary Grace, O.P. is making her final profession!!! I know A LOT of Sisters, (more than I know lay people.) Sister Mary Grace is most definitely one of a kind... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnlySunshine Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 Well, guys, I was in the Atlanta airport yesterday making my connection and saw a NASHVILLE DOMINICAN!!! I think she must be going to the NCYC conferences or something. But it was so neat to see her there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deus te Amat Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 While you're in LA, you should try to go see the Carmelite Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Los Angelas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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