Q & A Discernment

Discernment: You've got Questions ?

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The journey to Religious Community life has many challenges, and requires a lot of thinking and actions. You might have questions such as "How do I go about in discerning my call in life with the Xaverian Missionaries?", or "What kind of signs should I be aware as I discern a Vocation?", or "What does Religious Missionary Life entail?"

We have tried to break these topics down in these few pages, so that we might be able to answer some of the questions present in your mind and heart. On the right you'll find the different topics. Follow the links provided for your personal reflection... they might help you in your process of Vocation Discernment, and may answer some of the questions. Have a great spiritual journey.

"The Crucifix is the master book from which saints were made, and from which we also must be formed. All the teachings found in the Gospel are exemplified in the Crucifix." - St. Guido M. Conforti. [by Antonella del Grosso, xmm]

See the right panel for the various topics, or below:

- Suggestions for Growth
- Waiting for a Sign
- The Call for You
- Facing our Fears
- Gifts for Missionary Life
- Religious Mission Vows
- Religious Mission Life
- A Xaverian Spirituality

Discern a vocation or mission call with the Xaverian Missionaries. As you reflect on the above topics, make sure you don't forget the NEXT STEP window, with reflections, stories, and practical steps for your own personal journey, based on three words: Read, Pray, Act.

"Fear not,    (your name)   
for I have redeemed you;
I have called you by your name: "you are mine."

When you pass through the water,
I will be with you...
because you are precious in my eyes"

(See Isaiah 43:1 and read it slowly, sit with the text)

The Next Step