Preparation
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Formation is the period of time in which candidates preparing to be priests or brothers begin to live Redemptorist community life, and learn about the Redemptorist charism and mission.
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As men consider Redemptorist life, they need to discern whether they are also called to be ordained. Are they called to become a priest or a brother? Both are full members of the Congregation.
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Let’s get acquainted
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Meet with Coordinator of Vocation Ministry
Fill out: “Getting Acquainted Questionnaire”
Continue with or begin the process of spiritual direction
Attend activities to become acquainted with Redemptorists
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An Inquirer
[ct_ul ct_options='{"ct_id":40,"ct_parent":36,"selector":"ct_ul_40_post_15"}']Continues to meet with the Coordinator of Vocation Ministry.Becomes associated with a local Redemptorist Community.
Begins a mentor relationship with a member of that local community.Continues with spiritual direction.
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A Candidate
[ct_ul ct_options='{"ct_id":52,"ct_parent":50,"selector":"ct_ul_52_post_15"}']Completes application forms
Participates in a psychological assessment
Lives in a Redemptorist student house
Continues with spiritual direction
Completes studies in Philosophy
Begins to learn or continues to learn Spanish
Chooses whether to apply for novitiate
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[ct_ul ct_options='{"ct_id":69,"ct_parent":66,"selector":"ct_ul_69_post_15"}']Dedicates a year for deeper discernment, and for spiritual and personal growth.
Studies in detail and lives more deeply, the vows of chastity, poverty, and obedience.
Studies in detail the history and charism of the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer.
Becomes immersed in community living.
In consultation with leaders of the Congregation, chooses whether to profess Temporary Vows in the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer.
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A Candidate for Brotherhood
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Completes studies for ministry
Pursues prayer, retreats, and mentorship, for growth in spiritual maturity
Works with other Redemptorists in a variety of missionary ministries
In consultation with leaders of the Congregation, chooses whether to profess Final Vows in the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer
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A Candidate for Priesthood
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Completes a Master of Divinity program
Pursues prayer, retreats, and mentorship, for growth in spiritual maturity
Works with other Redemptorists in a variety of missionary ministries
In consultation with leaders of the Congregation, chooses whether to profess Final Vows in the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer
Completes all internship experiences
In consultation with leaders of the Congregation, chooses whether to be ordained as a deacon and then as a priest.
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Michael professed Religious Vows in August of 2014.
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