Monastic immersion program

An immersion program within the community, oriented toward vocational discernment.

After an initial inquiry, interested individuals are contacted by the reference Sister to discuss together whether the program is a good fit. Most of the young women who have participated did not go on to become nuns, but, by their own accounts, they received a great deal from the experience.

Dara's testimony:

I was able to discover life behind the cloister, and I could ask all the questions I had about religious life, faith, and Christian and Catholic traditions. The Sisters always answered me with compassion and kindness. I think this program was essential in my discovery of my faith, and if you feel a desire, a little curiosity, a small inner voice saying "what if I tried" — don't hold back, just go for it!

Program open to young women aged 18 to 30 who are asking themselves the question of religious life.

Friday, November 27

• Afternoon: welcome at the guest house by the reference Sister

• Vespers

• Meal with the community

• Community recreation

• Compline

Saturday, November 28

• Office of Readings, mental prayer, Lauds

• Work, teaching, or meeting with the reference Sister

• Eucharist

• Meal, free time

• Work, teaching, or meeting with the reference Sister

• Vespers, mental prayer

• Meal, community recreation, or free time

Sunday, November 29

• Lauds

• Free time, service, or meeting with the reference Sister

• Eucharist

• Meal, community recreation

• Midday prayer, then departure

Practical details

• Please inform the community of any dietary requirements before the program.

Suggested offering

• Free-will offering.