Consecrated

Br. Juan Francisco C.F.R. shares the significance of the Franciscan habit's shape, offering insights as the communities tailor. He continues to unfold the beauty of both joyful Franciscan fraternity, but also the importance of personal silence as a means of relationship.
Curious to learn more about the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal? Looking to support their mission? Discerning a vocation? Visit their website at Franciscan Friars of the Renewal
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As a renewal of the Capuchin rule, the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal seek to serve and evangelize the poor, living amongst them in joyful poverty as neighbors. Br. Juan Francisco Guadalupe (our first Brother on the show!) explains how they strive to accompany their neighbors as people to be loved, not fixed. The Friars strive to live in the spirit of Franciscan fraternity, poverty, and joy in creation.
Curious to learn more about the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal? Interested in supporting their mission? Discerning a vocation? Visit their website at Franciscan Friars of the Renewal
If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact

Mother Gabrielle Marie talks about the formation of her community, including how she began with Mother Angelica's Poor Clares of Perpetual Adoration. She also shares a little of the story of Luisa Piccarreta's life, and how Jesus invited her to place an "I Love You" on everything.
Looking for more information about the Benedictines of the Divine Will? Considering a donation? Discerning a vocation? Visit there website at Benedictine Daughters of the Divine Will
Wanting to read the Divine Will writings? Find all 36 volumes of Luisa's "Book of Heaven" at Book of Heaven
Find the YouTube audio recordings at The Book of Heaven YouTube
Looking for more Luisa Piccarreta works? Check out the YouTube channel at Fiat Luisa
If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact
 
 

In gratitude for the presence of religious men and women in the Church, this special episode celebrates the World Day for Consecrated Life. Beginning with an interview with Mrs. Mary Radford, executive director of the Mater Ecclesiae Fund for Vocations, we discuss some of the ways individuals can support both incoming and retired religious both monetary and otherwise. After our interview, some of our previous guests such as Sr. Ana Chiara and Fr. Augustine Wetta have provided bonus content about their favorite aspect of being a religious.
Please consider supporting our religious men and women, as they are a gift from God to our world!
To support incoming vocations beginning their journey, visit            Mater Ecclesiae Fund for Vocations
To support our retired religious who have given their lives for the Church, visit Retirement Fund for Religious
If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact

 Mother Gabrielle Marie founded the Benedictine Daughters of the Divine Will in 2011, inspired by the writings of Servant of God Luisa Piccarreta and private revelation. A contemplative community following the rule of St Benedict, they pray all seven hours of the Divine Office and incorporate some of Luisa's practices, they strive to live in the spirit of the Family of Nazareth.
Looking for more information about the Benedictines of the Divine Will? Considering a donation? Discerning a vocation? Visit there website at Benedictine Daughters of the Divine Will
Wanting to read the Divine Will writings? Find all 36 volumes of Luisa's "Book of Heaven" at Book of Heaven
Find the YouTube audio recordings at The Book of Heaven YouTube
Looking for more Luisa Piccarreta works? Check out the YouTube channel at Fiat Luisa
If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact
 
 

JOIN US FOR LIFEFEST 2025 JAN 23&24!!! Lifefest is a rally put on by the Sisters of Life promoting the dignity of human life, especially of the unborn child. Join the Sisters and Catholics around the country this week as we pray for the legal protection of unborn children, for pregnant mothers, and uncertain fathers. For more information on Lifefest, to join the rally either in person or virtually, visit Lifefest 2025
Your prayers are valuable beyond what you can imagine! Life is a gift: protect it!

Sr. Diana Marie - a former Mormon - shares how her conversion led to her vocation with the Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne. Speaking on the uncertainty of discernment, she underlines vocation as an invitation. 
Interested in finding out more about the Sisters? Considering a vocation, or a donation? Check out their website at Hawthorne Dominicans
If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact

Founded in 1896, the Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne's mission is care for those with incurable cancer, where people are seen as "guests" rather than patients. Providing free nursing care, the Sisters seek to serve their guests with love, preaching through their invitation to liturgical prayer. 
Interested in learning more about the Sisters? Considering a vocation or a donation?  Visit their website at Hawthorne Dominicans
If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact

Sr. Maria Rose Potter, O.P. returns to share her conversion and vocation story. Emphasizing our culture's "false idea of freedom", she addresses the topic of certainty within the discernment process, along with the abundance of choices and information.
Curious to learn more about the Nuns? Considering a vocation or a donation? Visit their website at Dominican Nuns of Summit
If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact

A lifestyle that - at first glance looks very different from the more well-known Dominican Friars and Sisters - the Dominican Nuns, while they live within the cloister, still share the same pillars of preaching charism as their more active family. Part of the community of Nuns in Summit, NJ, Sr. Maria Rose Potter explains how the Nuns live out the motto "To Praise, to Bless, to Preach", and their unique "perpetual Rosary". 
Want to learn more about the cloister? Considering discernment or a donation? Visit their website at Dominican Nuns of Summit
If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact