Spring & summer events

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2024 Workshop Information

2024 Workshop Information

Workshop registrations are now open!

In 2024, the NRVC is offering 5 workshops on-site at the annual Summer Institute at the Marillac Center in Leavenworth, KS. Join us to learn more, experience outstanding presenters, and network with members! Read more...

Religious Brothers Day

Religious Brothers Day

May 1

This international celebration of brothers honors this valuable vocation. Promote the vocation of Brothers, thank the Brothers, and invite men to consider becoming Brothers. Read more...

2024 Orientation Program for New Vocation Directors

2024 Orientation Program for New Vocation Directors

July 10-14, 2024

This foundational workshop is essential for all newly appointed vocation directors and teams. Its goal is to provide participants with the foundational skills, context, theory, challenges, and practicalities of contemporary vocation ministry. Read more...

2024 Ethical Issues in Vocation and Formation Ministry Workshop

2024 Ethical Issues in Vocation and Formation Ministry Workshop

July 16-17, 2024

This workshop is designed to assist vocation directors, formation directors, congregational leaders, and vocation team members in understanding and articulating the basic ethical values, principles, and standards of vocation ministry. Read more...

2024 Behavioral Assessment 1 Workshop

2024 Behavioral Assessment 1 Workshop

July 19-21, 2024

This foundational workshop teaches practical interviewing techniques in a theoretical framework of behavioral assessment Read more...

2024 Health & Wellness in Candidate Assessment Workshop

2024 Health & Wellness in Candidate Assessment Workshop

July 23-24, 2024

This workshop addresses challenging health issues that preclude admission to initial formation, must be resolved before admission, or can be part of a health history that will rarely disrupt overall wellness. Read more...

2024 Being Human and Sexual: An Evolving Understanding Workshop

2024 Being Human and Sexual: An Evolving Understanding Workshop

July 26-29, 2024

This workshop provides vocation directors and those in leadership clarity to adequately assess a candidate’s ability to live celibacy within vowed communal life. Read more...

Synodal Consultation for Formation & Vocation Ministers

Synodal Consultation for Formation & Vocation Ministers

Synthesis Report

The National Religious Vocation Conference (NRVC) and the Religious Formation Conference (RFC) held a Synodal consultation to explore together how we can contribute to the Church’s unfolding Synodal path. The consultation offered space for brief input, shared listening, and small group dialogues. Read more...

National Eucharistic Pilgrimage

National Eucharistic Pilgrimage

May - July 2024

A coast-to-coast Eucharistic Pilgrimage is planned leading up to the Eucharistic Congress. Four routes are planned through major cities across the United States. Religious are welcome to participate in a variety of ways. Read more...

National Eucharistic Congress

National Eucharistic Congress

July 17-21, 2024

Through the generous invitation of the U.S. Serra - International, the NRVC was invited to participate in the vocations exhibit area with 48 other organizations and religious institutes that support vocations. Read more...

Catholic Sisters Week

Catholic Sisters Week

March 8-14

By National Office

Catholic Sisters Week is a chance to recognize this valuable vocation with the hope that more people will learn about women religious, and invite others to follow their example. Read more...

World Day of Prayer for Vocations

World Day of Prayer for Vocations

May 11, 2025

World Day of Prayer for Vocations is celebrated annually on Good Shepherd Sunday, the fourth Sunday of Easter. Read more...

HORIZON Spring 2024 ...

Reach out to and walk with Hispanic candidates from a place ... More

Summer Institute ...

Join us for any of the five workshops offered on-site at ... More

NRVC Recognition Awards ...

As we look forward to gathering together at Convocation, NRVC members ... More

Annual Ordination Class Report ...

Read this report to learn more about men who will be ... More

Join us at Convocation! ...

This year’s keynote presentations, liturgies, and conversations are important for everyone ... More

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National Office Closed

May 27,

Memorial Day National Holiday

Member Area Gathering - West Coast

June 18,

via Zoom

National Office Closed

June 19,

Juneteenth National Holiday

Member Area Gathering - Delaware Valley

June 22,

Huntington Valley, PA

Orientation Program for New Vocation Directors

July 10-14, 2024,

Ethical Issues in Vocation and Formation Ministry Workshop

July 16-17, 2024,

Behavioral Assessment 1 workshop

July 19-21, 2024,

Health and Wellness in Candidate Assessment Workshop

July 23-24, 2024,

Being Human and Sexual: An Evolving Understanding Workshop

July 26-29, 2024,

Convocation

Oct. 31 - Nov, 4,

Register today...

VISION Discerner Guide

HORIZON Journal

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Sister Tarianne DeYonker, O.P.

Sister Tarianne DeYonker, O.P.

Sister Tarianne DeYonker, O.P. is part of the vocation team for the Adrian Dominican Sisters headquartered in Michigan. Her six-person vocation team initiates and nurtures relationships with many young adults--especially those who are making decisions about how to use their gifts. Read more...

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