Formation
After some time of discernment with the Vincentians, you may begin the
formal application process for admission to the pre-novitiate/pre-theology
program. Here you will receive basic formation in the areas of personal,
spiritual, apostolic and academic growth. Following this period is the novitiate
– a non-academic year of focused formation in Vincentian spirituality
and apostolic experience. Permanent vows in the community are taken sometime
after the completion of the novitiate year. Brother candidates move on to
specific training for their chosen ministry. Priesthood candidates take
four years of theological studies and ministry training before they are
ordained priests.
Fr. David Nations, CM
Vocation Director, Midwest & Southern Provinces
vocations@vincentian.org
Phone: 1-800-DEPAUL1 (337-2851)