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A life given to Christ. A vocation lived in community.

The Diocese of Green Bay is blessed by the presence of religious women and men who have given their lives to Christ and to the service of His Church. Through prayer, community, ministry and witness, they bring the love of Christ to parishes, schools and communities throughout our diocese.

What is Religious Life?

Prayer


Community


Service


Every vocation is different. Every vocation begins with a call from God.

Meet the Religious Communities Serving Our Diocese

Women's Religious Orders

Missionaries of the Word


To live in Jesus, the Father's one Word, and to empty ourselves out of love so that we may become dwelling places of the Word and cultivate God's life in souls.
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Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity


Called to follow St. Francis in lives of simplicity and joy, serving in health care, education and parishes in rural and urban communities with love for the Church and dedication to others.
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Discalced Carmelite Nuns


A Carmelite is a soul who has gazed on the Crucified One and given herself in love so that Christ may live and be known in the world.
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Sisters of St. Francis of the Holy Cross


Rooted in the Cross, Word and Eucharist, we respond to the needs of our times through prayer, presence and hospitality in a variety of ministries and services.
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Men's Religious Orders

Norbertines


Living the Gospel in the tradition of St. Norbert and St. Augustine through prayer, community and service in parishes, schools and ministries throughout the Church.
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Capuchin Franciscans


Called to build relationships and serve the poor and marginalized, we promote justice, peace and the dignity of every person.
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Conventual Franciscans


Inspired by St. Francis and St. Maximilian Kolbe, we live the Gospel in fraternity and serve in parishes and ministries.
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Following the spirit of St. Francis, we are called to be simple, preach the Gospel and serve those most in need.
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Fathers of Mercy (CPM)


Called to proclaim Christ’s mercy through parish missions, retreats, the Eucharist and the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
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‘‘God doesn’t call the qualified. He qualifies those He calls.’’

St. Teresa of Avila

Wondering if God is calling you?

You don’t have to know all the answers before you begin discerning a vocation.





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Featured resources

For Love Alone
A 17-minute film on the vocation to women’s religious life.

Fishers of Men
An impactful video on discerning the Catholic priesthood.

Additional resources

Institute On Religious Life
Resources about religious life and discernment
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Cloistered Life
Discover communities dedicated to prayer.
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Religious Brotherhood
Learn about the vocation of religous brothers.

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