We are need of a representative in the Diocese of Central New York. Under the direction of a sister, participants will form a community which will live and work alongside the monastic community, and will experience retreats, instruction in Bible study, and other aspects of spirituality, spiritual direction, study and rest. Participation in community life and involvement in some aspect of the work of the monastic community are also important elements to the program. There is no charge for the program. Room and board, health insurance and a small living allowance will be provided.
Enrollment is limited and highly selective.
Women between twenty-forty years of age, who are committed to their spiritual growth and are in good health, may apply. Founded in 1952, the Community of the Holy Spirit is a religious order of women in the Episcopal Church called by God to witness to the Holy Spirit in the church and in the world and to foster and express unity in diversity in its life and work. The sisters lie in community under a rule of life which requires life vows, daily liturgical and personal prayer, and service to others. Their life encourages wholehearted response to the invitation of Jesus Christ and to the changing needs of the world.