Nurturing of Religious Life

Nurturing One’s religious life through involves a dynamic and continuous process of: Responding, experiencing, asserting and renewing (REAR).

• Responding to God's ongoing call with openness and adaptability.
• Experiencing and trusting in God's loving providence, recognizing His presence in every aspect of life.
• Asserting God's presence actively in daily life, embodying His love and grace
• Renewing one's unique commitment and vocation regularly, maintaining dedication and integrity.

 

Responding to God's Ongoing Vocation

• Continuous Discernment: Actively seeking and responding to God's call in everyday life through prayer, reflection, and spiritual guidance.
• Adaptability: Remaining open to how God's vocation may evolve, requiring flexibility and a willingness to embrace new directions.

Experience the Loving Providence of God

• Trust in God: Cultivating a deep sense of trust in God’s care and guidance, recognizing His hand in all aspects of life.
• Gratitude: Developing an attitude of gratitude for the blessings and challenges that demonstrate God’s providence.

Assert the Presence of God in Our Daily Life

• Mindfulness: Maintaining a conscious awareness of God's presence in everyday activities and interactions.
• Witness: Actively showing God's love and grace through words and actions, making His presence known to others.

Renewing One's Unique Commitment

• Personal Vocation: Regularly reflecting on and recommitting to the specific calling and mission God has given to everyone.
• Faithfulness: Continuously renewing dedication to one's personal vocation, fulfilling it with integrity and devotion.

By focusing on these aspects, individuals can cultivate a vibrant and transformative religious life that reflects and radiates God's love and presence in the world.