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NRVC in the news

Media coverage of NRVC initiatives and events

Links to 30 news articles that include references to the National Religious Vocation Conference Read more...

Frequently asked questions about vocations

What is a vocation? What is a sister or nun? That and many more questions answered here. Read more...

Glossary of terms

It may seem that religious life has a language all its own. Here’s a guide to understanding some of the terms. Read more...

Vocation fact sheet

Statistics and links to vocation-related information

Just who is considering religious life is tracked by a number of different organizations, including the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate (CARA), the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), the National Religious Vocation Conference, and VISION Vocation Network. Read more...

HORIZON ...

Our writers look at longstanding traditions with fresh eyes. Consider a ... More

Ordination Class Report ...

This annual USCCB Study found that 89% reported being encouraged to ... More

Candidate Assessment through the Lens ...

Have you ever experienced asking a question that elicits very different ... More

Summer Institute ...

Come to learn, pray, and encourage each other in Leavenworth, KS. ... More

Profession Class Report ...

There are 91 women and 103 men professed perpetual vows in ... More

Bold and Faithful Storymap ...

The Bold and Faithful Storymap is designed to help connect discerners ... More

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CALENDAR

National Office Closed

June 19,

Federal holiday

Orientation Program for New Vocation Directors

July 9-13, 2025,

Behavorial Assessment 1 Workshop

July 15-17, 2025,

Vocation Promotion Workshop

July 19-20, 2025,

Candidate Assessment through the Lens of Inteculturality

September 6, 2025,

San Antonio, TX

National Board Meeting

Sept. 8-12, 2025,

Chicago, IL

Member Area Coordinators Gathering

Sept. 16-18, 2025,