I wish there was an Order that...

[IgnatiusofLoyola]

I agree with FP in his first post and admit that I twinged when I read in the OP, "...so that I can have both". I've heard that approach to discernment referred to as "checklist discernment" or the "college admissions" approach. It don't work.

@Sr Mary Catharine OP: I was hoping you'd tell your discernment story!  

Just an FYI--The Summit Dominicans are on retreat right now, so we probably won't hear much from Sister Mary Catharine for the next week or so (if we hear from her at all).

Sr. Mary Catharine--Even if you don't see this until AFTER your retreat, I have been praying that you have a wonderful retreat. You have some very busy months ahead with aspirants and new entrances (God willing!)--among other things--so I hope your retreat provides both a time of rest and learning.