Religious Communities Flashcards
Apostolic orders
Public life of prayer and community work eg Sisters of Mercy
Contemplative Order
Hidden life in enclosed order eg Cistercians (known as Trappists)
Follow a life of work and prayer
Offers freedom of a balanced and fulfilling spiritual life
Why do sisters of Mercy live in the community
To be a witness of Christ by the genuine human friendship, prayer and hospitality and service to others
What vows do religious communities take
Poverty, chastity and obedience
What do vows reflect
The real priorities in life.
They encourage others in their faith
Show total dependence on God and serving Him
Give encouragement to the community by
the knowledge that their needed are being prayed for constantly
Tyburne nuns
To respond fully to our vocation, we must aspire to transform our whole life in praise of God and in prayer.
