Frequently Asked Questions
Why has the Church always valued the contemplative life so highly?
Religious life is modeled on the example of Christ,
Formation Process
Stages of Initial Formation
The period of initial formation allows a candidate to experience the lived reality of Carmel in
Discernment
Before all else, it is prayer that allows us to hear the Lord’s voice, and to discern the path
Requirements for Entrance
* Sincere desire for a life of prayer in service to the Church
* Aptitude for both solitude and community life
* Good
Vocation
The discernment of a vocation is a journey of love, in which a person seeks to discover the mysterious plan
