Distinctive lifestyles and freedom for unusual ministry
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The Charism of Celibacy
“Fulfilled and Fruitful”
Empowered to be most fulfilled and spiritually fruitful by remaining unmarried and celibate for the sake of Christ.
See in Scripture: Matthew 19: 11-12 & 1 Cor 7:-7-9 32-35
Be Inspired By: Saint Philip Neri & Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha
The Charism of a Missionary
“Ambassador of Christ”
Effective and Joyful expression and example of the goodness and grace of Christ Jesus in a second culture not their own.
See in Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20 & Romans 10:14-15
Be Inspired By: Saint Francis Xavier & Saint John de Britto
The Charism of Faith
“Trust in God”
Agent of God’s purpose via an unusual trust in the love, power and provision of God and freedom to act of this trust.
See in Scripture: Acts 27:21-25, Romans 4:18-21, Hebrews 11, & Luke 7:1-10
Be Inspired By: Saint Teresa of Avila & Saint Maximillian Mary Kolbe
The Charism of Voluntary Poverty
“Live life as with Jesus”
Identifying with Jesus and the poor thru living a joyful and voluntary life of simplicity or poverty.
See in Scripture: 1Timothy 6:6-10, Philippians 2:5-8, Matthew 6:19-33, Luke 9:57-58
Be Inspired by: Saint Francis of Assisi & Saint Teresa of Calcutta
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