IHM Postulants, 1959
IHM Candidates, Rachel Terry and Carrie Flood, 2005
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Why
are there fewer sisters today than in the past?
While
no one could say with certainty why fewer women today are choosing
religious life, the following are some factors that may be contributing
to the change:
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The
increase in ministry opportunities within the church
for women who are not vowed religious |
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The
dramatic changes within society such as increased consumerism
and decreased family size |
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Fewer
people inviting young women to consider religious life
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Fear of
making lifelong commitments.
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Have
Questions?
Director of Vocations
Sr. Ruth Harkins, IHM
IHM Center
2300 Adams Avenue
Scranton, PA 18509
Phone: 570-346-5413
Email: harkir@sistersofihm.org |
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