In The Arms of The Lord Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 Praised be Jesus Christ! I came back from the Monastery i'm discerning with about a month ago, and I was aksed to write once a month and keep Mother updated with everything as she had decided that I could enter in the Spring of next year. Today I received a letter, and was quite anxious to open it, because I had already received her letter reply from my monthly letter, so I was wondering what this could be? Well, she stated how she has been praying about my desire for entrance, and she and the community believe that it would be better if I entered sooner than Spring; to enter sometime in December. With the approval of the priest I am talking with and if I feel prepared, that I should apply to enter for December. It came as a surprise and shock when I read this letter. I'm meeting with Father on the 5th of next month, and now have this to talk to him about. Since the letter I have been thinking about being prepared and what it means. I am praying that I see and know what I have to, to know if I should enter in December or wait. The more I think about and read her letter, I just know it means something and I hope the right decision is made. I know that I am the one to make this decision. I ask myself what am I waiting for but to give myself to Jesus in the religious life? I do not want to keep Him waiting.
Nunsense Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 Wow - how amazing! Your are in my prayers as you discern your decision. May God's blessings be upon you.
Sarah147 Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 How are you all telling when you are ready for this step?
morostheos Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 Wow!! Prayers for you in your discernment!
DameAgnes Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 Continued prayers! Without going into specifics, are you Dominican, Carm, Benedictine, Passionist, Trappist, Brigitine, etc? ?
Chiquitunga Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 Wow, prayers for your discernment from me too! [quote name='DameAgnes' timestamp='1285640536' post='2176369'] Continued prayers! Without going into specifics, are you Dominican, Carm, Benedictine, Passionist, Trappist, Brigitine, etc? ? [/quote] She's Carm or rather OCD (and no, not obsessive compulsive disorder )
MithLuin Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 I would say.... if neither you nor your spiritual director finds any reason [i]not[/i] to enter in December, Go for it! I know that you were mentally prepared for a longer wait, but, hey, they're inviting, and you want to go, so..... I also know that the whole 'last Christmas with my family' thing can be something you would have been looking forward to or prepping for, so it might be a bit disappointing to leave early in that sense. You do probably want to have peace about your decision, so keep praying on it and see what happens!
TeresaBenedicta Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 Praise God!!! Praying for your discernment on this question.
LaPetiteSoeur Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 Praying for you! Dieu vous benisse!
In The Arms of The Lord Posted September 28, 2010 Author Posted September 28, 2010 Thank you all for your prayers, they mean much during this time. I'll be talking to Reverend Mother this morning on the phone. I don't mind saying for all that would like to know, that this community I may be entering is the Carmelites in Elysburg, PA. A little history: They came from Nebraska last year because they had so many sisters, and I believe from the constitutions of Saint Teresa, that in a Discalced Carmelite community the limit is 21. Christmas with my family of course would be nice, and though we were all looking forward to it, my parents are supportive and this is a sacrifice that I will make if I must be there in December. I think of any reason I have to say no about December, but there is no reason. Beyond the anxiety I have at times about the sacrifice, there is a deep joy because I don't believe i'm waiting for anything else but to enter.
vee Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 Wow thats incredible! Prayers for you and please remember us before His throne as well.
TeresaBenedicta Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 [quote name='In The Arms of The Lord' timestamp='1285676973' post='2176421'] Thank you all for your prayers, they mean much during this time. I'll be talking to Reverend Mother this morning on the phone. I don't mind saying for all that would like to know, that this community I may be entering is the Carmelites in Elysburg, PA. A little history: They came from Nebraska last year because they had so many sisters, and I believe from the constitutions of Saint Teresa, that in a Discalced Carmelite community the limit is 21. Christmas with my family of course would be nice, and though we were all looking forward to it, my parents are supportive and this is a sacrifice that I will make if I must be there in December. I think of any reason I have to say no about December, but there is no reason. Beyond the anxiety I have at times about the sacrifice, there is a deep joy because I don't believe i'm waiting for anything else but to enter. [/quote] An absolutely [i]wonderful[/i] community!! I know a few newly ordained priests (and the seminarians, at times, too) from the Diocese of Harrisburg that love to go there often. I also have a friend there!!!! But I'm such a terrible person that I can never remember her religious name... Sr. Juanita something, I think. I know I have her card somewhere... But that's wonderful!! Continued prayers!!
In The Arms of The Lord Posted September 28, 2010 Author Posted September 28, 2010 [quote name='vee8' timestamp='1285680106' post='2176434'] Wow thats incredible! Prayers for you and please remember us before His throne as well. [/quote] I certainly will. Thank you for your prayers, and you all have my prayers also!
In The Arms of The Lord Posted September 28, 2010 Author Posted September 28, 2010 (edited) [quote name='TeresaBenedicta' timestamp='1285682897' post='2176439'] An absolutely [i]wonderful[/i] community!! I know a few newly ordained priests (and the seminarians, at times, too) from the Diocese of Harrisburg that love to go there often. I also have a friend there!!!! But I'm such a terrible person that I can never remember her religious name... Sr. Juanita something, I think. I know I have her card somewhere... But that's wonderful!! Continued prayers!! [/quote] They are a beautiful community! While I was there for my four day visit, I was able to meet one of the Fathers. I believe most of them that go there are from The Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter; as they have the Traditional Latin Mass everyday. Mother mentioned to me that priests' from different Orders come there to visit and have Mass for the Sisters. They come also to give the Sisters spiritual talks. One of the Sister's will be making First Vows October 15th, and another is entering in two weeks, and if I heard correctly another just entered recently. I don't think it will be too long until they have 21; it seems to be happening there as it has been in Nebraska. I did talk to Mother today, and I could be possibly entering December 12th, but nothing is set. I have to talk to Father about all this and get back to Mother. I did however tell her that I find no reason for waiting. Edited September 28, 2010 by In The Arms of The Lord
Cherie Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 [quote name='In The Arms of The Lord' timestamp='1285688624' post='2176447'] They are a beautiful community! While I was there for my four day visit, I was able to meet one of the Fathers. I believe most of them that go there are from The Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter; as they have the Traditional Latin Mass everyday. Mother mentioned to me that priests' from different Orders come there to visit and have Mass for the Sisters. They come also to give the Sisters spiritual talks. One of the Sister's will be making First Vows October 15th, and another is entering in two weeks, and if I heard correctly another just entered recently. I don't think it will be too long until they have 21; it seems to be happening there as it has been in Nebraska. I did talk to Mother today, and I could be possibly entering December 12th, but nothing is set. I have to talk to Father about all this and get back to Mother. I did however tell her that I find no reason for waiting. [/quote] So happy for you, and prayers coming your way!!! I'm from the Diocese of Harrisburg originally (had to move to Archdiocese of Baltimore with my husband recently, however) so the Elysburg Carmelites, especially the current nuns there, are very near and dear to my heart. May God bless you abundantly as you follow His Will!!!
DameAgnes Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 [quote name='In The Arms of The Lord' timestamp='1285688624' post='2176447'] They are a beautiful community! While I was there for my four day visit, I was able to meet one of the Fathers. I believe most of them that go there are from The Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter; as they have the Traditional Latin Mass everyday. Mother mentioned to me that priests' from different Orders come there to visit and have Mass for the Sisters. They come also to give the Sisters spiritual talks. One of the Sister's will be making First Vows October 15th, and another is entering in two weeks, and if I heard correctly another just entered recently. I don't think it will be too long until they have 21; it seems to be happening there as it has been in Nebraska. I did talk to Mother today, and I could be possibly entering December 12th, but nothing is set. I have to talk to Father about all this and get back to Mother. I did however tell her that I find no reason for waiting. [/quote] It is interesting to see you wrestling with entering early when so often the wrestling is because "I want to go NOW!" Perhaps the Lord is asking for a special sacrifice from you, or a particular sign of your willingness. I will pray that his purpose will become clear to you!
Kathgirl Posted September 28, 2010 Posted September 28, 2010 [quote name='In The Arms of The Lord' timestamp='1285688624' post='2176447'] They are a beautiful community! While I was there for my four day visit, I was able to meet one of the Fathers. I believe most of them that go there are from The Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter; as they have the Traditional Latin Mass everyday. Mother mentioned to me that priests' from different Orders come there to visit and have Mass for the Sisters. They come also to give the Sisters spiritual talks. One of the Sister's will be making First Vows October 15th, and another is entering in two weeks, and if I heard correctly another just entered recently. I don't think it will be too long until they have 21; it seems to be happening there as it has been in Nebraska. I did talk to Mother today, and I could be possibly entering December 12th, but nothing is set. I have to talk to Father about all this and get back to Mother. I did however tell her that I find no reason for waiting. [/quote] Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe!!!!
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