Becoming an Apostolic Hermit

"Every candidate having a true vocation to our Community is called by God to integrate in a distinct manner the contemplative and apostolic life in the framework of material poverty. In the solitary, communal and apostolic aspects of that vocation the candidate must be prepared to grow in the interior and exterior virtues characteristic of this grace inspired call." (SMP Constitution p. 38).
 

• Those Also Called to the Sacred Priesthood

Candidates for the priesthood in the context of our life would begin their seminary studies of philosophy and theology after the period of initial formation. But one must be in perpetual vows before ordination to the diaconate.
 

".. the Holy Spirit urged Jesus into the desert ..." (Mk. 1:12),

The Holy Spirit calls us into solitude (our modern day desert) where we can more attentively hear and respond to the Father's call, through prayer, penance and total self gift. This is in order that God's Holy Prescence within us, about us, within others and in all the circumstances which God's Holiness places in our life might become an ever deepening conscious reality, and the cause for wondrous joy-- enabling us to help others on the pathway to holiness. 

BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR JOINING US

1. Being at least 19 years of age.

2. Being a practicing Catholic for at least two years, who values the Sacraments, and accepts and strives to be faithful to the teachings of the Catholic Church as expressed by the Church’s Magisterium.
3. Experiencing the call or the attraction to UNDIVIDED COMMITMENT in the pursuit of deeper UNION WITH GOD within a Religious Community, along with a definite MISSION in His Church.
4. Having at least average intelligence (to meet the demands of seminary studies for one also seeking priesthood).
5. Having a wholesome prayer life and relationship with God, and the openness to spiritual growth and direction.
6. Having sufficient physical and emotional health.
7. Being free from serious family and financial obligations
 

Click here to see the basic requirements
for application to our Community in Nigeria, Africa

For more information please contact us:

VOCATIONS IN NIGERIA:
Attn: The Vocation Director
The Sons of Our Mother of Peace
Ehor-Benin Road, Ujiogba
P.O. Box 929 Ekpoma,
Esan West Local Govt. Area
Edo State, Nigeria
Cell: +234 903 952 77 05
E-mail: mopeacevoc@gmail.com

VOCATIONS IN THE USA:
Attn: The Vocation Director
The Sons of Our Mother of Peace
6150 Antire Rd
High Ridge, MO 63049-2135

E-mail: [email protected]
Tel.: (636) 375 1644