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Ethical issues raised by candidates with health concerns

By Thomas A. Nairn O.F.M.

Catholic tradition offers a “three font principle” for evaluating moral issues, including those raised by candidates with chronic health concerns. One must examine the intention, the act itself and the circumstances. Read more...

What canon law says about health concerns in prospective members

By Eileen Jaramillo

Canon law gives the leaders of religious communities a fair amount of discretion when it comes to questions of health in applicants. Read more...

Establishing and honoring boundaries in vocation ministry

By Christy Schiller M.A.

Maintaining professional boundaries creates a healthy and ethical environment in which vocation ministry can thrive. Read more...

Wield power, set boundaries

Wield power, set boundaries

By Fr. Richard Gula SS

To ensure an ethical approach, it is important for vocation ministers to maintain professional boundaries and avoid dual relationships. Read more...

Book notes: Is your integrity intact?

Book notes: Is your integrity intact?

As in most pastoral ministry, vocation ministry can easily lead to situations where ethics are compromised. Read more...

Vocation ministry ethics for the whole community

Vocation ministry ethics for the whole community

By Sister Dawn Nothwehr O.S.F.

Two important areas of vocation ministry ethics are dual relationships and ethnic-cultural diversity. Here we explore the foundations for sound, ethical practice for those who are involved in any aspect of vocation outreach and accompaniment. Read more...

Dual relationships: what they are and how to handle them

Dual relationships: what they are and how to handle them

By Father Raymond P. Carey

While a number of ethical issues can arise in vocation ministry, a common one is "dual relationships." Head off problems with a thorough understanding of proper roles and relationships. Read more...

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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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