Signs of a Call to Religious Life

Some women hear God's call clearly. Others feel it in more subtle ways. You may be experiencing His call if you experience these feelings.

• Love of God that manifests itself in a desire to give one’s life as a witness to the immensity of God’s love for all people
• Desire to live simply
• Ability to relate with a variety of people, to be happy alone or in a group
• Joy in serving others in any outreach or parish involvement
• Generosity
• Ability to listen to others and accept direction when needed
• Desire to love expansively rather than needing an intimate relationship with one person
• Desire to grow in union with God through prayer and service of the needy