Subjects Treated in HORIZON 1999 2008

Subjects treated in HORIZON 1999 – 2014

Admissions “Developing policies regarding HIV testing for applicants,” by Jon Fuller, SJ, MD, p. 9, Spring 2001. “How communities are using admissions boards,” by Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 29, Spring 2001. “Moving from inquirer to applicant,” by Anita Louise Lowe, OSB, p. 19, Summer 2006. “Developing admissions policies regarding HIV,” by Jon Fuller, SJ, M.D., p. 20, Winter 2006 “Psychological assessment: why, what and how to assess,” by Ronald J. Karney, p. 4, Winter 2010 “Tests for assessing applicants to religious communities,” by Eric D. Haas, p. 10, Winter 2010 “Vocational discernment and the psychological report,” by Sister Mary M. Lindsay, SSJ, p. 18, Winter 2010 “Assessment with cross-cultural candidates,” by Father Gerard J. McGlone, SJ and Fernando A. Ortiz, p. 24, Winter 2010 “What happens with the assessment?” by Sister Mercedes J. McCann, RSM, p. 31, Winter 2010 “When the vocation minister assesses: seeking consistent belief, word, action,” by Sister Cindy Kaye, RSM, p. 35, Winter 2010 “The chilling effect of education debt,” p. 28, Spring 2012.

Advertising (see communications)

African American candidates “Inviting African American Catholics to religious life,” by Sister Josita Colbert, SNDdeN, p. 13, Summer 2012.

Architecture “Architecture and design can enhance your community life,” by Jack Kelley, p. 21, Fall 2007.

Asian candidates “Working with Vietnamese candidates in vocation discernment,” by Father Binh Nguyen, SVD, p. 16, Spring 2010

Assessment “The basics of psychological assessment,” HORIZON interviews Donna Markham, OP, Ph.D., p. 3, Spring 2001. “Religion during adversity: What it tells us about vocation candidates,” by Joseph Guido, OP, p. 17, Spring 2001. “Finding a psychologist to help with assessment,” by Carol Mucha, RSM, p. 7, Spring 2001. “Candidates looking for the ‘best deal’ in religious life,” by Paul Bednarczyk, CSC, p. 3, Spring 2002. “When a vocation director needs to say ‘no,’” HORIZON interviews Helen Cahill, OP, p. 36, Summer 2005 “Faith development takes time, and it can be assessed,” by Father Kevin Nadolski, OSFS, p. 7, Summer 2009 “Psychological assessment: why, what and how to assess,” by Ronald J. Karney, p. 4, Winter 2010 “Tests for assessing applicants to religious communities,” by Eric D. Haas, p. 10, Winter 2010 “Vocational discernment and the psychological report,” by Sister Mary M. Lindsay, SSJ, p. 18, Winter 2010 “Assessment with cross-cultural candidates,” by Father Gerard J. McGlone, SJ and Fernando A. Ortiz, p. 24, Winter 2010 “What happens with the assessment?” by Sister Mercedes J. McCann, RSM, p. 31, Winter 2010 “When the vocation minister assesses: seeking consistent belief, word, action,” by Sister Cindy Kaye, RSM, p. 35, Winter 2010

Boundaries “Establishing and honoring boundaries in vocation ministry,” by Christy Schiller, p. 41, Winter 2010 Brotherhood “Let’s build a future for religious brothers,” by Paul Bednarczyk, CSC, p. 15, Fall 1999.

Campus ministry “Survey shows Busy Person’s Retreat holds some value for vocation ministers,” by Gayle Rusbasan, p. 33, Fall 2002. “Getting college students to think vocation,” by Faye Darnall, p. 3, Summer 2005. “What every vocation minister should know about campus ministry,” by Margaret Harig, SND, p. 13, Summer 2005. “The search for identity among college-age adults,” by Warren Sazama, SJ, p. 19, Summer 2005. “Samuel Group: a year-long discernment program,” by Tiziana Mazzei, AIL, p. 23, Summer 2005 . “Why our students give vocations careful thought,” by Father Michael J. Sis, p. 29, Summer 2005 . “A campus program that builds on the new openness to religious life,” by Sister Judith Schaefer, OP, p. 26, Summer 2008. “Campus ministry 101 for vocation ministers,” by Sister Deborah M. Borneman, SSCM , p. 6, Spring 2012. “Profile of contemporary college students,” by Sister Renée Daigle, MSC, p. 12, Spring 2012. “Young adults share experiences of vocation ministers on campus,” by Emily Norton, Gina Fanelli, Kimberly Harpst, Matthew Shade, Alyssa DeLorenz, p.17, Spring 2012. “Campus ministry and how vocation ministry fits in,” by Dee Bernhardt, p. 19, Spring 2012. “The context of contemporary campus ministry and the students we try to reach,” by Father James Bacik, p. 23, Spring 2012. “The chilling effect of education debt,” p. 28, Spring 2012.

CARA study of new vocations Fall 2009 special edition. All articles devoted to the NRVC-CARA study. “Communities that attract and the people who are entering them,” by Sister Mary Bendyna, RSM and Mary L. Gautier, p. 5, Fall 2009 “What newer members say about discernment programs,” by Sister Mary Bendyna, RSM and Mary L. Gautier, p. 10, Fall 2009 “Best practices for vocation ministry,” by Sister Mary Bendyna, RSM and Mary L. Gautier, p. 13, Fall 2009 “Young voices respond to the NRVC / CARA study,” by Sister Elizabeth Kovacs,SCC; Brother Jesus Alonso, CSC; Sister Karen Owens, SSJ; and Patrick Gilger, SJ, p. 4, Fall 2010. “The NRVC-CARA study and its meaning for religious life,” by Brother Sean D. Sammon, FMS, p. 4, Summer 2011 “How can we strengthen the witness of religious life?” by Sister Doris Gottemoeller, RSM, p. 11, Summer 2011 “The future depends on listening to the Spirit, the young and each other,” by Mother Shaun Vergauwen, FSE, p.14, Summer, 2011 “How one community is using the NRVC-CARA study to move forward,” By Sister Maria Therese Healy, O.Carm and Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 19, Summer 2011 “Six essential questions for every religious community,” by Sister Doris Gottemoeller, SM, p. 13, Fall 2011

Canon law “What canon law says about health concerns in prospective members,” by Eileen C. Jaramillo, p. 17, Winter 2006.

Charism and vocation ministry

2 “How does charism affect vocation ministry and renewal?” By Sister Mary Hughes, OP; Brother Paul Byrd, OP; Sister Mary Whited, CPPS; Sister Mary Emily Knapp , OP; Brother Seán D. Sammo n, FMS, p. 4, Fall 2011

Chastity “Celibate chastity: an affair of the heart,” by Seán Sammon, FMS, p. 7, Spring 2002. “A life of communal celibacy,” by Rea McDonnell, SSND, p. 3, Summer 2004. “Celibate chastity: a sacrifice because of the kingdom of heaven,” by R. Douglas-Adam Greer, OP, p. 8, Summer 2004. “Taking a sexual history,” by Lynn M. Levo, CSJ, p. 13, Summer 2004. “The gift of sexuality: its challenge and blessing within a life of vowed celibacy,” by Kevin P. McClone, p. 21, Summer 2004. “Boundaries for celibates,” by Dee Bernhardt, p. 26, Summer 2004. “Sexuality and spirituality,” by Ronald Rolheiser, OMI, p. 31, Summer 2004. “Celibacy at the movies,” by Jim Kent, OFM Conv., p. 31, Winter 2004.

Communications “With one voice: Addressing vocation communications throughout the congregation,” by Annmarie Sanders, IHM, p. 3, Summer 2001. “Work effectively with the news media,” by Beth Murphy, OP, p. 8, Summer 2001. “What every vocation minister should know about public relations and advertising,” HORIZON interviews Helen Wilkie, p. 11, Summer 2001. “A good story is still the most valuable tool of vocation directors,” by Rev. Eugene Hemrick, p. 18, Summer 2001. “10 tips to make you a better speaker,” by Gregory Sandler, p. 23, Summer 2001. “Make the most of your Web site by promoting it,” p. 24, Summer 2001. “Preaching vocations: Telling the story and wooing hearts,” by Theresa Rickard, OP, p. 28, Summer 2001. “Put the Web to work for vocations,” by Kathleen Wayne, RSM, p. 21, Spring 2007. “Reach young adults where they are: online video and social networking,” by Brian Halderman, SM, p. 27, Spring 2007. “The 10 commandments of DVD production,” by Judy Zielinski, OSF, Spring 2007. “How vocation ministers handle initial inquiries,” by Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 13, Fall 2007. “Go pro: work effectively with a communications staff,” by Jean Dennison, p. 4, Winter 2008. “Tap your Web site’s potential,” by Anne Boyle, p. 10, Winter 2008. “Four secrets to great presentations,” by Steve Hegele, p. 19, Winter 2008. “Help the media to help you,” by Karen Katafiasz, p. 22, Winter 2008. “Anatomy of a news release,” by Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 27, Winter 2008. “How instant messaging enhances my ministry,” by Sister Andrea Westkamp, SMIC, p. 28, Winter 2008. “Present your community to the world with Internet video and audio,” by Sister Judy Zielinski, OSF, p. 31, Winter 2008. “Use new media to promote vocations,” by D. Scott Miller, p. 11, Spring 2010 “From fear to Facebook: first steps into social media,” by Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 31, Fall 2010 “Reframing religious presence in a digital world,” by Sister Angela Ann Zukowski, MHSH, p. 15, Winter 2011. “Good reads for grasping digital culture,” by Sister Angela Ann Zukowski, MHSH, p. 24, Winter 2011. “Using social media to further vocation goals,” by Sister Patricia Dowling, CBS, p. 21, Spring 2011 “25 ways to communicate your vocation message,” by Debbi Della Porta, p. 18, Fall 2013 “What can a hashtag do for you?” by Rebecca Hiscott, p. 23, Fall 2013 “Make the most of your smartphone,” by Father Andrew McAlpin, OP, p. 27 Winter 2014

3 “Come and See” “What are the best practices for “Come and See” events?” by Joel Schorn, p. 15, Fall 2011

Community life (see also emerging communities”) “Re-centering on the vows lived in community,” by Father Michael Himes, p. 28, Winter 2000. “We can revitalize community life,” by Susan Kidd, CND, p. 3, Spring 2000. “The forces that push us toward and pull us away from community,” by Nancy Schreck, OSF, p. 7, Spring 2000. “Making improvement of communal life a vocations priority,” by Deb Davis, PHJC, p. 16, Spring 2000. “Vocation symposium: a method for community renewal,” by Paul Bednarczyk, CSC, p. 23, Spring 2000. “How we live is as important as what we do,” by Brian Paulson, SJ, p. 24, Spring 2000. “How my congregation is renewing our communal life,” by Linda Bechen, RSM, p. 33, Spring 2000. “What does community mean? What do candidates dream about?” by Gaston Lessard, SM, p. 3, Spring 2003. “What I was looking for in community and what I found,” by Julie Brandt, SSND, p. 7, Spring 2003. “Community life in the monastic tradition: a call to conversion,” by Anita Louise Lowe, OSB, p. 11, Spring 2003. “Community: ready or not?” by Kathleen Bryant, RSC, p. 14, Spring 2003. “Community, communitas and downward mobility,” by Anthony J. Gittins, CSSp, p. 18, Spring 2003. “Implications of small-group living arrangements,” by Patricia Wittberg, SC, p. 14, Fall 2004. “Creating a welcoming community that can help form new members,” by Kenneth O’Malley, CP, P. 28, Summer 2006 “Process for preparing a community to welcome and mentor new members,” by Carole Riley, CDP, p. 31, Summer 2006 “Architecture and design can enhance your community life,” by Jack Kelley, p. 21, Fall 2007. “Book Notes: Searching for the common good,” by Sister Patricia Kenny, RSM, p. 38, Fall 2008 “Book Notes: Conversion goes under the microscope,” by Sister Patricia Kenny, RSM, p. 35, Spring 2009 “Communities that attract and the people who are entering them,” by Sister Mary Bendyna, RSM and Mary L. Gautier, p. 5, Fall 2009 “Questions we must ask in order to build strong communities,” by Sister Pat Wittberg, SC p. 22, Spring 2013

Cloistered / enclosed life “The must-knows about discerning enclosed life,” by Sister Gabriel Davison, OSC, p. 27, Spring 2014

Conservative Catholics “Who are the conservative, separatist and Marian Catholics?” U.S. Catholic editors interview Michael Cuneo, p. 30. Reprinted with permission from Claretian Publications, Fall 1999.

Cultural issues (See multicultural issues, Asian candidates, Hispanics)

Culture of vocations “Developing a culture of vocations,” by Bishop Robert J. Carlson, p. 3, Fall 2000. “Forming a vocation culture since the Continental Congress,” by Father Raymond Lafontaine, p. 3, Spring 2006. “Two programs that further a vocation culture,” by Father Raymond Lafontaine, p. 13, Spring 2006. “Vitality of mission encourages a vocation culture,” by Father Raymond Lafontaine, p. 36, Summer 2006.

Demographics of religious life (see CARA study of new vocations) “Book notes: Insightful data and analysis of sisters,” by Sister Katarina Schuth, OSF, p. 35, Spring 2014

4 Discernment “Discernment with and for adolescents,” by Leonard J. Altilia, SJ, p. 25, Winter 2002. “Issues that need to be explored during vocation discernment,” by Sandra M. Schneiders, IHM, p. 22, Spring 2002. “Discerning a religious vocation: some reflections,” by William A. Barry, SJ, p. 9, Fall 2002. “Discernment as an experience of the Holy Spirit,” by Quentin Hackenewerth, SM, p. 12, Fall 2002. “False fears: How evil can undermine God’s call,” by Warren Sazama, SJ, p. 15, Fall 2002. “A general approach to guiding vocational discernment,” by Michael Scanlan, TOR, p. 18, Fall 2002. “You’re not alone: Journey groups bring discerners together for support and prayer,” by Carolyn Jost, SSND, p. 22, Fall 2002. “Extending the circle of community: forming a house for sisters and laywomen,” by Mary Beth Minges, SCL and Amy Willcott, SCL, p. 25, Fall 2002. “Giving young adults discernment tools: Christian decision-making workshops,” by Linda Bechen, RSM, p. 29, Fall 2002 “How to develop an effective discernment house for college students,” by Larry Atkinson, CSC, p. 35, Summer 2004 “Current books, music and videos for discernment,” p. 31, Fall 2002. “Ready? Set... GOD!’ Introducing high school students to prayerful discernment for life choices,” by Pat Dorobek, SND; Leanne Kerschner, OSF/T; Sandy Sherman, OSU; and Randy Kin, OFM Conv., p. 36, Spring 2006. “Book notes: Best bets in discernment books, understanding teen faith life,” by Carol Mucha, RSM, p. 35, Spring 2007. “Discernment with a little help from Francis and Clare,” by Friar Gilberto Cavazos-González, OFM, p. 4, Fall 2008 “The heart’s calling: feelings in vocational self-discovery,” by John Neafsey, p. 8, Fall 2008 “Making a vocation journey with a Latino young adult,” by Father Robert Juárez, p. 13, Fall 2008 “Helping college students create their own discernment models,” by Melanie-Préjean Sullivan, p. 22, Fall 2008 “Soul Inquiry: a vocational discernment tool,” by Sister Cindy Kaye, RSM, p. 27, Fall 2008 “What I learned from launching a discernment group for college women,” by Sister Maria Sally Willitzer, SND,p. 15, Spring 2009 “Discernment dissected,” by Sister Janet K. Ruffing, RSM, p. 16, Summer 2009 “What newer members say about discernment programs,” by Sister Mary Bendyna, RSM and Mary L. Gautier, p.10, Fall 2009 “How a discernment house can enhance vocation ministry,” by Sister Charlene Diorka, SSJ, p. 25, Summer 2009 “Justice retreat provides discernment perspective,” by Brother Brian C. Halderman, SM, p. 30, Summer 2009 “Vocational discernment and the psychological report,” by Sister Mary M. Lindsay, SSJ, p. 18, Winter 2010 “Book Notes: Book offers discernment help in user-friendly way,” by Sister Linda Bechen, RSM, p. 39, Winter 2011 “Discovering “what God wants” during vocation conversations,” by Brother Joel Giallanza, CSC, p. 4, Spring 2011 “Using art to explore vocation,” by Kathleen Hope Brown and David M. Orr, p. 12, Spring 2011 “Book provides insight on context of discernment,” (Book review of The Art of Choosing), by Kathleen Hope Brown, p. 35, Spring 2011 “Taking ourselves lightly: a place for humor and play in discernment,” by Sister Michele Vincent Fisher, CSFN, p. 34, Summer 2012 “Exploring images of God during discernment,” by Father Harry Hagan, OSB, p. 21, Fall 2012 “Vocation meditations on women and need in Scripture,” by Sister Lou Ella Hickman, IWBS, p. 31, Fall 2012

5 “Book Notes: Book helps discerners of all types hear God’s voice amid the noise,” by Sister Susan Rose Francois, CSJP, p. 39, Fall 2012 “The must-knows about discerning enclosed life,” by Sister Gabriel Davison, OSC, p. 27, Spring 2014

Divisions in church and religious communities “Following Jesus: a journey out far and in deep,” by Mary V. Maher, SSND, p. 8, Winter 2005 “Book Notes: Religious life book shows today’s tensions are not new,” by Sister Mary Charlotte Chandler, RSCJ, p. 35, Summer 2009 “Reconciliation within and among religious communities,” by Sister Margaret Elleta Guider, OSF, p. 25, Summer 2012

Ecclesial diversity “Making ecclesial diversity work,” by Nancy Schreck, OSF, p. 3, Spring 2004 “Catholic identity, New Age and women religious,” by Patricia McCann, RSM, p. 8, Spring 2004 “Crisis of Catholic identity in women’s communities a challenge for vocation ministers,” by Terry Rickard, OP, p. 12, Spring 2004 “Book Notes: Religious life book shows today’s tensions are not new,” by Sister Mary Charlotte Chandler, RSCJ, p. 35, Summer 2009

Emerging communities “Portrait of emerging religious communities in the United States,” by Patricia Wittberg, SC and Mary E. Bendyna, RSM, p. 15, Winter 2000. “The call to new evangelization,” by Dave Nodar, p. 21, Spring 2010 “Charisms old and new: new ecclesial movements and communities,” by Father Brendan Leahy, p. 15, Fall 2012 “My life in the Focolare movement,” by Betsy Dugas, p. 19, Fall 2012

Evangelization See New Evangelization

Ethics “Ethical issues raised by candidates with health concerns,” by Thomas N. Nairn, OFM and Dawn Nothwehr, OSF, p. 8, Winter 2006 “What canon law says about health concerns in prospective members,” by Eileen C. Jaramillo, p. 17, Winter 2006 “Establishing and honoring boundaries in vocation ministry,” by Christy Schiller, p. 41, Winter 2010 “Book notes: Is your integrity intact?” By Sister Deborah Borneman, SSCM p. 38, Fall 2013 “Wield power, set boundaries,” by Father Richard M. Gula, SS, Winter 2014, p. 23

Families (See parents)

Film (See popular media)

Financial concerns “Sample financial policies,” p. 31, Summer 2003

Formation “Keep the conversation going between vocation and formation directors,” by James Flint, OSB, p. 22, Fall 1999.

6 “Creating a welcoming community that can help form new members,” by Kenneth O’Malley, CP, P. 28, Summer 2006. “Book notes: Do priests need better preparation?” by Kevin Nadolski, OSFS, p. 43, Winter 2007. “Human formation never ends: candidates and adult maturity,” by Fathers James Greenfield, OSFS and Kevin Nadolski, OSFS, p. 4, Summer 2008. “Helping serious discerners prepare for pastoral formation,” by Father David Couturier, OFM Cap, p.10, Summer 2008. “Promote intellectual formation among young adult discerners,” by Father Ronald Witherup, SS, p. 18, Summer 2008. “The inner journey of the transition into religious life,” by Sister Jane Becker, OSB, p. 22, Summer 2008. “Faith development takes time, and it can be assessed,” by Father Kevin Nadolski, OSFS, p. 7, Summer 2009 “Beginning spiritual formation with young adult discerners,” by Father Frank Danella, SFS, p. 30, Fall 2009 “Book Notes: Good entertainment, weak spiritual guidance,” by Sister Linda Bechen, RSM, p. 51, Fall 2009 “Book is treasury of information and insight” (review of A short course on the Consecrated Life) by Sister Patricia Kenny, RSM, p. 35, Fall 2011

Future of religious life “Let’s build a future for religious brothers,” by Paul Bednarczyk, CSC, p. 15. Fall 1999. “An open letter to vocation directors about our future,” by Mary Waskowiak, RSM, page 3, Winter 2000. “Portrait of emerging religious communities in the United States,” by Patricia Wittberg, SC and Mary E. Bendyna, RSM, p. 15, Winter 2000. “What has happened since the FORUS study gave religious life 10 years to make life-saving changes?” by Miriam D. Ukeritis, CSJ, p. 9, Fall 2001. “Sustainability: new membership through an ecological lens,” by Mary Pellegrino, CSJ, p. 3, Summer 2006. “Belonging to God, each other and the future,” by Paul Bednarczyk, CSC, p. 4, Winter 2007. “Can we allow a new generation to shape religious life?” by Laurie Brink, OP, p. 16, Winter 2007. “Emerging religious communities and lay movements,” by Patricia Wittberg, SC, p. 4, Spring 2007. “The new interest in religious life,” by Patrice J. Tuohy, p. 10, Spring 2007. “Translating the religious way of life to a new generation,” by Debbie Drago, RGS, p. 28, Summer 2007. “A marginal life: pursuing holiness in the 21st century,” by Sister Laurie Brink, OP, p. 4, Spring 2008. “Book notes: Lessons to learn from letting go,” by Sister Judith Schaefer, OP, p. 36, Spring 2008. “Paths to the future,” by Sisters Sara Butler, MSTB, Doris Gottemoeller, RSM, and Christine Vladimiroff, OSB p. 10, Spring 2008. “Shifts in religious priesthood and the resulting challenges,” by Father Ted Keating, SM, p. 16, Spring 2008. “What does it mean to be a priest within a religious community?” by Fathers Kevin Nadolski, OSFS, Andrew Carl Wisdom, OP and Kenneth Schnipke, CPPS, p. 23, Spring 2008 “Inquirers and applicants continue to increase,” by Patrice Tuohy, p. 29, Spring 2008. “Empowered by the Holy Spirit, let’s work together to build our future,” by Brother Paul Bednarczyk, CSC, p. 4, Winter 2009 “Inviting thresholds: how communities might respond to shifting times,” by Sister Maria Cimperman, OSU, p. 26 Winter 2009 “The call to new evangelization,” by Dave Nodar, p. 21, Spring 2010 “Book Notes: Connecting the dots to find a hopeful future,” by Sister Linda Bechen, RSM, p. 35, Spring 2010 “The current state of vocations and where we go from here,” by Brother Paul Bednarczyk, CSC, p. 32, Fall 2008 “The NRVC-CARA study and its meaning for religious life,” by Brother Sean D. Sammon, FMS, p. 4, Summer 2011 “How can we strengthen the witness of religious life?” by Sister Doris Gottemoeller, RSM, p. 11, Summer 2011

7 “The future depends on listening to the Spirit, the young and each other,” by Mother Shaun Vergauwen, FSE, p. 14, Summer 2011 “Who are the emerging pastoral leaders?” by Marti R. Jewell, p. 24, Summer 2011 “Book Notes: Minding the gap between our vision and our reality,” by Sister Cindy Kaye, RSM, p. 38, Winter 2012 “The chilling effect of education debt,” p. 28, Spring 2012. “A loving gaze at religious life realities,” by Sister Susan Rose Francois, CSJP, p. 25, Fall 2013 “The shape of religious life to come,” by Sister Amy Hereford, CSJ, Spring 2014, p. 14

Generations (see also young adults) “Fostering a healthy intergenerational community,” by Robert Schreiter, CPPS, p. 28, Fall 2004. “Can we allow a new generation to shape religious life?” by Laurie Brink, OP, p. 16, Winter 2007. “Translating the religious way of life to a new generation,” by Debbie Drago, RGS, p. 28, Summer 2007. “Generation Me: the young adult focus on self,” by Jean Twenge, p. 32, Summer 2007. “Vocation survey shows continued openness to religious life,” by Patrice Tuohy, p. 31, Spring 2009 “Book Notes: Young Catholic women speak up; a sister reflects on a life of service” by Sister Karen Owens, SSJ and Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 45, Winter 2010 “Book Notes: Growing self-centeredness challenges society, religious life,” by Avis Clendenen., p. 34, Fall 2009 “Who are the emerging pastoral leaders?” by Marti R. Jewell, p. 24, Summer 2011 “How ‘Evangelical Catholicism’ is shaping the church and religious life,” by John Allen, p. 30, Fall 2011 “Qualities of younger women in religious life today” by Sister Susan Rose Francois, SJP, p. 32, Winter 2012 ”What newer and older members offer each other,” by Father Donald Goergen, OP, p. 6, Summer 2013

Health issues “Developing policies regarding HIV testing for applicants,” by Jon Fuller, SJ, MD, p. 9, Spring 2001. “How to evaluate candidates with chronic health issues,” by Myles N. Sheehan, SJ, M.D., p. 3, Winter 2006. “Ethical issues raised by candidates with health concerns,” by Thomas N. Nairn, OFM and Dawn Nothwehr, OSF, p. 8, Winter 2006. “Living religious life with chronic illness,” by Mary Therese Johnson, OP, p. 13, Winter 2006. “What canon law says about health concerns in prospective members,” by Eileen C. Jaramillo, p. 17, Winter 2006. “Developing admissions policies regarding HIV,” by Jon Fuller, SJ, M.D., p. 20, Winter 2006. “How MS or epilepsy could affect a candidate to religious life,” HORIZON interviews Daniel R. Wynn, M.D. and Cathy Meyer, R.N., p. 28, Winter 2006. “Mobility issues in prospective members of a religious community,” by Louis Lussier, OSCam, M.D., p. 31, Winter 2006. “Chronic back pain and the capacity to live religious life,” by Daniel Hurley, M.D., p. 35, Winter 2006. “What every vocation minister should know about process addictions,” by Christiana Ashabo, p. 4, Spring 2010

Hispanics “Outline of a successful vocation retreat for Hispanic young adults,” by Clemente Barrón, CP, p. 26, Spring 2003. “Making a vocation journey with a Latino young adult,” by Father Robert Juárez, p. 13, Fall 2008 “Study looks at vocation consideration; challenges among Hispanics” by USCCB, p..31 Winter 2013 “Latino diversity: complex but important to vocation ministry,” by Fat her Gary Riebe-Estrella, SVD. p.36, Winter 2013

8 History of religious life, NRVC “Book Notes: Populist history of religious life full of drama, pathos,” by Sister Patricia Kenny, RSM, p. 39, Summer 2012 “The enduring value of religious life in the age of the laity,” by Father Charles Bouchard, OP, p. 6, Fall 2012 “Film Notes: Film delivers a loving but incomplete portrait,” by Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 37, Fall 2012 “How it all began” (NRVC history) p. 6 Fall 2013

Hope “Hope in vocation ministry is not an oxymoron,” by Catherine Bertrand, SSND, p. 3. Fall 1999. “Creating a hopeful future for religious life,” by John Klein, FMS, p. 9. Winter 2000. “Let’s celebrate consecrated life,” by Katherine Doyle, RSM, p. 31, Spring 2002. “Fools for Christ: Promoting vocations in tumultuous times,” by Paul Bednarczyk, CSC, p. 3, Winter 2003. “Nurturing a hope rooted in Jesus,” by Paul Bednarczyk, CSC, p 3, Winter 2005. “God has shouted, ‘Yes, yes, yes!’ Creating communities of hope,” by Maria Cimperman, OSU, p. 4, Fall 2006. “Hope and security: new foundations,” by David Couturier, OFM, Cap, p. 11, Fall 2006. “What gives me hope: three young voices,” by Mary Catharine Perry, OP; Jesús Alonso, CSC; and Jennifer Gordon, SCL p. 17, Fall 2006. “New membership and the paschal mystery,” by Joel Rippinger, OSB, p. 22, Fall 2006. “How I stay healthy and hopeful as a vocation minister,” by Renée Daigle, MSC, p. 26, Fall 2006. “Hope from the trenches,” by Jim Kent, OFM, Conv, p. 30, Fall 2006. “Would life on this planet be any different without religious life?” by Annmarie Sanders, IHM, p. 33, Fall 2006. “Hope begins where hope begins,” by Michael Downey, p. 18, Fall 2007. “You are God’s unshakable hope,” by Father Joseph Delargy, OCSO, Summer 2010 “Renew the glory of your vocation by clinging to the hand of God,” by Brother Paul Bednarczyk, CSC, p. 4, Winter 2011 “Hope in an anxious age,” by Sister Doris Gottemoeller, RSM, p 27, Spring 2011 “ Feed Your Spirit: Spirit still alive in ‘shaky situations’” by Father Conall O’Cuinn, SJ, p.33, Summer 2013 “Signs of vitality in religious life,” by Sister Gemma Simmonds, CJ, Winter 2014

Houses of discernment “How to develop an effective discernment house for college students,” by Larry Atkinson, CSC, p. 35, Summer 2004 “Extending the circle of community: forming a house for sisters and laywomen,” by Mary Beth Minges, SCL and Amy Willcott, SCL, p. 25, Fall 2002. “How a discernment house can enhance vocation ministry,” by Sister Charlene Diorka, SSJ, p. 25, Summer 2009

Humor “Laughing with the saints: joy, humor and laughter in the spiritual life,” by Father James Martin, SJ, p. 42, Winter 2009 “Taking ourselves lightly: a place for humor and play in discernment,” by Sister Michele Vincent Fisher, CSFN, p. 34, Summer 2012.

International approaches to vocation ministry

9 “How importing foreign-born members is affecting vocation ministry and the U.S. church,” by David B. Couturier, OFM Cap, p. 3, Fall 2005. “Nigeria: plentiful candidates bring blessings and challenges,” by Rita Schwartzenberger, OP, p. 10, Fall 2005. “Obstacles and successes in British vocation ministry, by Cathy Lloyd, RSCJ and Paul Smyth,” CMF, p. 16, Fall 2005. “Great rivers of grace: vocation ministry in the Amazon region of Brazil, by Nancy Schramm,” OSF, p. 21, Fall 2005. “Vocation ministry in Canada today,” by Susan Kidd, CND, p. 26, Fall 2005. “Challenges and successes of vocation ministry in Australia, by Mary Ryan,” RSJ, p. 29, Fall 2005. “A brief overview of vocation ministry in Japan, by Ward Biddle,” CP, p. 34, Fall 2005. “Vocation realities for one religious order in Ivory Coast,” by Joseph Tanga-Koti, SMA, p. 36, Fall 2005. “An international conference to encourage vocations,” by Brother Kevin Griffith, CFC, p. 29, Fall 2007 “Vocation ministry in Ireland today,” by Andrew O’Connell, p. 25, Spring 2009 “Preparing new members for an intercultural world,” Father Paolo Martinelli, OFM Cap, p. 8, Summer 2010 “UK vocation ministry: new ventures and growth,” by Judith Eydmann, p. 15 Summer 2010

Justice “Transformative love, passion for justice belong in vocation ministry,” by Father Bryan Massingale, p. 30, Winter 2011.

Lay vocation ministers “Lay vocation ministers speak out,” by Maryellen Glackin, Andrew O’Connell, and Len Uhal, Spring 2014, p. 6

Leadership of religious communities “What vocation ministers want from leadership, by Father Steve Pawelk, p. 4, Summer 2007. “Vocation ministry thrives with clear expectations, real authority,” by Diana Rawlings, ASC p. 7, Summer 2007. “What I expect from a vocation minister,” by Catherine Bertrand, SSND, p. 10, Summer 2007 “My expectations of vocation ministers: expertise and collaboration,” by Mary Waskowiak, RSM, p.13, Summer 2007 “The way forward for leaders and vocation ministers,” by Anita Louise Lowe, OSB, p. 15, Summer 2007 “One model for vocation ministry: the Conventual Franciscans,” by Jim Kent, OFM, Conv. p. 17, Summer 2007. “How the New Orleans Jesuits conduct vocation ministry,” by Marvin Kitten, SJ, p. 20, Summer 2007. “The selection, care and feeding of vocation ministers,” by Carol Mucha, RSM, p. 24, Summer 2007. “How we organized a Day of Discussion for leadership and vocation directors,” by Father Scott Jones, SDS; Sister Barbara Linke, SSND ; Sister Rose Sevenich, OSF; and Father Joachim Studwell, OFM, p. 28, Fall 2008 “Leadership focus makes the difference for vocations,” By Sister Kelly Connors, PM, p. 31, Spring 2013

Media (see popular media, communications)

Membership (see newer members and program outlines for programs intended to involve membership) “Get membership involved with a Vocation Summit” by Father Don Miller, OFM, p. 31, Spring 2008 “Involve your whole community,” by Father Andrew Carl Wisdom, OP, p. 4, Spring 2009 “Turning point: building consensus to make membership a priority,” by Father Jim Kent, OFM Conv. and Sister Patricia Donlin, RSM, p. 22, Fall 2009

10 “Membership makes a difference in attracting new members,” p. 31, by Sister Charlene Diorka, SSJ, Summer 2010

Mental health (see psychological health)

Mentoring “NRVC survey on mentoring reveals positive experiences,” by Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 3, Summer 2000. “Handling the subtleties of vocation mentoring,” by Carole A. Riley, CDP, p. 9, Summer 2000. “Effective vocation programs with a mentoring dimension,” by Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 14, Summer 2000. “Process for preparing a community to welcome and mentor new members,” by Carole Riley, CDP, p. 31, Summer 2006.

Millennials (see youth and young adults)

Multicultural issues “Effective vocation ministry in an increasingly multicultural church,” by Robert Schreiter, CPPS, p. 22, Winter 2000. “The challenges of crossing life’s bridges,” by Bishop Richard J. Garcia, p. 16, Winter 2001. “Toward a new understanding of cultural encounter in our communities,” by Marie Chin, RSM, p. 13, Winter 2003. “Welcoming ‘the other’ in our midst,” by Rev. Virgilio Elizondo, p. 19, Winter 2003. “The labyrinth of cultures” p. 35, Winter 2003. “Outline of a successful vocation retreat for Hispanic young adults,” by Clemente Barrón, CP, p. 26, Spring 2003. “Follow-up to NRVC’s ‘Dimensions of Diversity’ Convocation,” by Susan Kidd, CND, p. 32, Spring 2003. “How my community embraces multicultural living,” by Cathy Wright, LSJ, p. 15, Spring 2004. “A conversation with cultural diversity teachers,” by María Elena Gonzalez, RSM, p. 20, Spring 2004. “Community life for the lone person of a different ethnic group,” by LaReine-Marie Mosely, SND, p. 26, Spring 2004. “Inviting people who are racially or culturally different into our communities,” by Clarence Williams, CPPs, p. 31, Spring 2004 “Multicultural resources,” p. 38, Spring 2004. “Making a vocation journey with a Latino young adult,” by Father Robert Juárez, p. 13, Fall 2008 “Assessment with cross-cultural candidates,” by Father Gerard J. McGlone, SJ and Fernando A. Ortiz, p. 24, Winter 2010 “Working with Vietnamese candidates in vocation discernment,” by Father Binh Nguyen, SVD, p. 16, Spring 2010 “The gifts and challenges of immigrant religious communities,” by Sister Rebecca Burke, OSF, p. 25, Spring 2010 “Book Notes: Book challenges us to racial justice,” by Sister Dawn Nothwehr, p. 33, Fall 2010 “Resources for racial reconciliation,” p. 36, Fall 2010 “Transformative love, passion for justice belong in vocation ministry,” by Father Bryan Massingale, p. 30, Winter 2011. “Understanding and working with Filipino Candidates,” by Sister Lovina Pammit, OSF, p. 24, Fall 2011 “Inviting African American Catholics to religious life,” by Sister Josita Colbert, SNDdeN, p. 13, Summer 2012 “Making multiculturalism work: one community’s experience,” by Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 6, Summer 2012

11 Music (see popular media)

Newer members “Communities that attract and the people who are entering them,” by Sister Mary Bendyna, RSM and Mary L. Gautier, p. 5, Fall 2009 “What newer members say about discernment programs,” by Sister Mary Bendyna, RSM and Mary L. Gautier, p. 10, Fall 2009

New evangelization “The call to new evangelization,” by Dave Nodar, p. 21, Spring 2010 “The new evangelization is interwoven with vocation ministry,” HORIZON interviews Sister Theresa Rickard, OP p. 8, Spring 2013 “Invite overwhelmed young adults to come, rest in Christ,” By Paul Jarzembowskip.13 Spring 2013

Outreach (see also program outlines) “Presenting the option of religious life: Where should vocation ministers be?” by Dianne Perry, SSND, p. 26, Fall 1999. “Vocation outreach to former and current volunteers,” by Theresa Rickard, OP, p. 22, Summer 2000. “What does it take to attract and sustain new members to religious communities?” by Catherine Bertrand, SSND, p. 3, Fall 2001. “How one community started building bridges to young adults,” by the Sisters of St. Francis of the Immaculate Conception of Peoria, Ill., p. 23, Fall 2001. “Connecting with Millennials: Effective programs for reaching out to youth,” by James McVeigh, OSF, p. 30, Winter 2002 “Best practices for vocation ministry,” by Sister Mary Bendyna, RSM and Mary L. Gautier, p. 13, Fall 2009 “Vocation exhibits at large events: What happens? Is it worthwhile?” by Brother David Henley; Sister Durstyne Farnan, OP; Sister Michelle Sinkhorn, OSB; and Sister Pat Dowling, CBS, p. 25, Winter 2012 “The six best practices for vocation ministry today,” p. 38

Parents “How Holy Cross reaches out to parents,” by Father James T. Gallagher, CSC, p. 17, Spring 2011 “Coping with parental resistance: explanations and possible solutions,” by Brother John Mark Falkenhain, OSB, p. 19, Summer 2012 “Confessions of a seminarian’s mother,” by Lisa M. Anderson, p. 23, Summer 2012. Building bridges with a Family Gathering,” by Sister Virginia Herbers, ASCJ, p. 25, Summer 2013

Parishes “A parish mission that fosters a vocation culture,” by Marilyn Minter, CSSF, p. 32, Fall 2004. “Parish outreach builds vocation awareness,” by Ethel and Tony Lapitan, p. 31, Spring 2010 “Secrets of strong parish vocation committees ,” by Gino DiMattia, p. 29, Summer 2013

Pilgrimage (See program outlines)

Popular media “Current books, music and videos for discernment,” p. 31, Fall 2002. “TV can be a vocation ministry tool,” by Bill Miller, p. 3, Winter 2004. “A brief theology of television,” by Teresa Blythe, p. 9, Winter 2004. “What Harry Potter has to say about vocation,” by Kathleen McDonagh, IWBS, p. 11, Winter 2004.

12 “A novice’s perspective on vocation messages in pop media,” by David Johnson, OSC, p. 17, Winter 2004. “Seen any good movies lately?” by Lou Ella Hickman, IWBS, p. 20, Winter 2004. “Finding vocation themes in popular movies,” by Rose Pacatte, FSP, p. 27, Winter 2004. “Celibacy at the movies,” by Jim Kent, OFM Conv., p. 31, Winter 2004. “Popular music can help us deliver a vocation message,” by Susan Kidd, CND, p. 33, Winter 2004. “Movies that point toward Mystery,” by Lou Ella Hickman, IWBS, p. 38, Winter 2007 “Use new media to promote vocations,” by D. Scott Miller, p. 11, Spring 2010 “Film Notes: Documentary is rich in teachings,” by Sister Carol Mucha, RSM, p. 33, Summer 2009 “Film Notes: Film delivers a loving but incomplete portrait,” by Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 37, Fall 2012

Pope “Religious life makes Pope Francis tick,” By Pat Morrison, p. 6, Spring 2013 “Feed Your Spirit: These two men inspire us,” by Andrew O’Connell, p. 33 Spring 2014

Priesthood within a religious community “Shifts in religious priesthood and the resulting challenges,” by Father Ted Keating, SM, p. 16, Spring 2008. “What does it mean to be a priest within a religious community?” by Fathers Kevin Nadolski, OSFS, Andrew Carl Wisdom, OP and Kenneth Schnipke, CPPS, p. 23, Spring 2008 “The gift of religious priesthood,” by Most Rev. John M. Quinn, p. 28, Summer 2010 “Book Notes: Good news for the church: most priests are happy,” by Father Jim Kent, OFM, Conv p. 35, Spring 2012 “Book Notes: Wise counsel for discerners,” by Father Kenneth O’Malley, CP, p. 33 Winter 2014

Program outlines “Vocation symposium: a method for community renewal,” by Paul Bednarczyk, CSC, p. 23, Spring 2000. “Effective vocation programs with a mentoring dimension,” by Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 14, Summer 2000. “Sister, you go girl: a cool way to present religious life to young people,” by Danielle Rossi, p. 30, Summer 2000. “Volleyball as a vocation tool,” by Vicki Lichtenauer, SCL and Barbara Schrader, SCL, p. 34, Summer 2000. “How we stay in touch with promising high school students,” by John Hanley, OSFS, p. 18, Summer 2000 “Seeking a new dawn together: organizing a vocation symposium,” by Mary Pat LeRoy, SNJM , p. 13, Fall 2000. “Meeting our diocesan counterparts: a positive joint meeting of NRVC and NCDVD,” by Kathleen Pales, SSJ p. 34, Fall 2000. “How one community started building bridges to young adults,” by the Sisters of St. Francis of the Immaculate Conception of Peoria, Ill., p. 23, Fall 2001. “A successful vocations program I discovered by accident,” by John Merkelis, OSA, p. 37, Winter 2002. “Programs that work: Pilgrimage Tour, Women’s Retreat,” by Mary Pellegrino, CSJ, p. 16, Spring 2002. “Outline of a successful vocation retreat for Hispanic young adults,” by Clemente Barrón, CP, p. 26, Spring 2003. “How to develop an effective discernment house for college students,” by Larry Atkinson, CSC, p. 35, Summer 2004. “A parish mission that fosters a vocation culture,” by Marilyn Minter, CSSF, p. 32, Fall 2004. “A workshop to energize the community and form bonds with young adults,” by Jim Kent, OFM, Conv., p. 37, Winter 2004. “Samuel Group: a year-long discernment program,” by Tiziana Mazzei, AIL, p. 23, Summer 2005. “‘Ready? Set... GOD!’ Introducing high school students to prayerful discernment for life choices,” by Pat Dorobek, SND; Leanne Kerschner, OSF/T; Sandy Sherman, OSU; and Randy Kin, OFM Conv., p. 36, Spring 2006

13 “Process for preparing a community to welcome and mentor new members,” by Carole Riley, CDP, p. 31, Summer 2006. “Vocation Visioning Weekend: a process for involving membership,” by Sister Patricia Donlin, RSM, p. 24, Fall 2007. “An international conference to encourage vocations,” by Brother Kevin Griffith, CFC, p. 29, Fall 2007. “Get membership involved with a Vocation Summit” by Father Don Miller, OFM, p. 31, Spring 2008 “Helping college students create their own discernment models,” by Melanie-Préjean Sullivan, p. 22, Fall 2008 “How we organized a Day of Discussion for leadership and vocation directors,” by Father Scott Jones, SDS; Sister Barbara Linke, SSND ; Sister Rose Sevenich, OSF; and Father Joachim Studwell, OFM, p. 28, Fall 2008 “What I learned from launching a discernment group for college women,” by Sister Maria Sally Willitzer, SND,p. 15, Spring 2009 “Justice retreat provides discernment perspective,” by Brother Brian C. Halderman, SM, p. 30, Summer 2009 “How Duchesne house leads students to reflection,” by Sister Mary Patricia White, RSCJ, p. 12, Summer 2009 “Best practices for vocation ministry,” by Sister Mary Bendyna, RSM and Mary L. Gautier, p. 13, Fall 2009 “Examples of best practices,” by Carol Schuck Scheiber, Sister Agnes Marie Dauby, OSB, Brother Stephen Glodek, SM, p. 17, Fall 2009 “Turning point: building consensus to make membership a priority,” by Father Jim Kent, OFM Conv. and Sister Patricia Donlin, RSM, p. 22, Fall 2009 “Pilgrimage as a way to build vocation culture,” by Father Ken Schnipke, CPPS and Sister Carolyn Hoying, CPPS, p. 30, Spring 2011 “How one community is using the NRVC-CARA study to move forward,” By Sister Maria Therese Healy, O.Carm and Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 19, Summer 2011 Carmelite Sisters Action Plan, p. 22, Summer 2011 “Five winning ways to extend contact with young adults,” by Sisters Elsa Garcia, CDP and Gloria Ann Fiedler, CDP, p. 30, Summer 2011 “What are the best practices for “Come and See” events?” by Joel Schorn, p. 15, Fall 2011 “Strategies to address the lifestyle gap, help newcomers fit in,” by Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 21, Fall 2011 “The six best practices for vocation ministry today,” p. 38, Summer 2012 “My week with the sisters: an insider view of service,” by Caroline Hopkinson, p. 10, Fall 2012 “We’re moving forward,” by Sister Krista von Borstel, SS MO; Sister Ginny Heldorfer, OSF, and Mother Katherine Caldwell, TOR p.19 Spring 2013 “25 ideas that worked,” by Members of NRVC, p. 10 “Summer retreat kicks off vocation year,” by Brother Mike Sheerin, FMS, p. 25, Spring 2014

Psychological health “Finding a psychologist to help with assessment,” by Carol Mucha, RSM, p. 7, Spring 2001 “The basics of psychological assessment,” HORIZON interviews Donna Markham, OP, Ph.D., p. 3, Spring 2001. “Assessing candidates with mental health concerns,” by Father Raymond P. Carey, p. 3, Summer 2005. “The obsessive-compulsive candidate: striving for perfection,” by Philip Dodgson and Barbara Gaudet, CSJ, p. 6, Summer 2005. “The traumatized applicant and the vocation director,” by Mary Elizabeth Kenel, p. 12, Summer 2005. “Recognizing personality disorders in candidates,” by Raymond Dlugos, OSA, p. 17, Summer 2005. “The essential facts about depression,” by Mary Ellen Moore, SH, p. 24, Summer 2005. “What every vocation minister should know about addictions,” by Kevin P. McClone, p. 29, Summer 2005. “When a vocation director needs to say ‘no,’” HORIZON interviews Helen Cahill, OP, p. 36, Summer 2005. “The inner journey of the transition into religious life,” by Sister Jane Becker, OSB, p. 22, Summer 2008.

14 “What every vocation minister should know about process addictions,” by Christiana Ashabo, p. 4, Spring 2010 “Healthy transitions for new members, ministers and the community,” by Sister Mercedes McCann, p. 20, Fall 2010

Public relations (see communications)

Public speaking (see communications)

RCIA “Lessons for vocation ministers from RCIA,” by Joel Schorn, p. 23, Summer 2006.

Reconciliation “Reconciliation within and among religious communities,” by Sister Margaret Elleta Guider, OSF, p. 25, Summer 2012 Vocation ministers as ambassadors for Christ: a reconciling presence By Archbishop Joseph Tobin, CSSR..6 Winter 2013 “Vocation ministers walk forward in faith to welcome new life,” By Brother Paul Bednarczyk, CSC.p. 16 Winter 2013 Vocation ministers can follow St. Paul’s path toward reconciliation By Sister Kathryn J. Hermes, FSP p..20 Winter 2013 “We’re moving forward,”By Sister Krista von Borstel, SS MO; Sister Ginny Heldorfer, OSF , and Mother Katherine Caldwell, TOR p.19 Spring 2013

Role of religious life / Nature of religious life “The role of religious in the church and the world,” by John L. Allen, Jr., p. 32, Winter 2007. “The enduring value of religious life in the age of the laity,” by Father Charles Bouchard, OP, p. 6, Fall 2012 “Film Notes: Film delivers a loving but incomplete portrait,” by Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 37, Fall 2012 “Vocation ministers walk forward in faith to welcome new life,” by Brother Paul Bednarczyk, CSC, p. 16, Winter 2013 “Feed your spirit: What you’ve taught me,” By Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 36, Fall 2013 “The built-in tensions in apostolic vocations,” by Brother John D. Hamilton, CFX, Winter 2014, p. 6 “The shape of religious life to come,” by Sister Amy Hereford, CSJ, Spring 2014, p. 14

Scripture and vocation / vocation ministry “Nurturing a hope rooted in Jesus,” by Paul Bednarczyk, CSC, p 3, Winter 2005. “Following Jesus: a journey out far and in deep,” by Mary V. Maher, SSND, p. 8, Winter 2005. “Journey into the future,” by Timothy Radcliffe, OP, p. 21, Winter 2005. “Peter, too, walks on water,” by Deborah Suddarth, OSF, p. 40, Winter 2005. “‘Here I am!’ Call in the Old Testament,” by Dianne Bergant, CSA, p. 21, Spring 2006. “Call and commission in the New Testament,” by Jerome H. Neyrey, SJ, p. 25, Spring 2006. “Jesus’ deep invitations to contemporary religious life,” by Ronald Rolheiser, OMI, p. 8, Winter 2007. “Consider Paul, our brother,” by Father Donald Senior, CP, p. 8, Winter 2009 “The Gospels and the journey to religious life,” by Father Donald Senior, CP p. 17, Winter 2009 “Vocation meditations on women and need in Scripture,” by Sister Lou Ella Hickman, IWBS, p. 31, Fall 2012

Secular institutes “The essential facts about secular institute vocations,” by Patricia L. Skarda, p. 15, Fall 2001.

Self care for vocation ministers

15 “Leisure and the vocation minister: Rediscovering the spiritual value of down time,” by Larry Janowski, OFM, p. 8, Fall 1999. “How I stay healthy and hopeful as a vocation minister,” by Renée Daigle, MSC, p. 26, Fall 2006. “How I found my center as a vocation minister,” by Sister Debbie Drago, RGS, p. 4, Fall 2007. “Five steps to a smooth transition out of vocation ministry,” by Sister Anita Louise Lowe, p. 16, Fall 2010 “Renew the glory of your vocation by clinging to the hand of God,” by Brother Paul Bednarczyk, CSC, p. 4, Winter 2011 “Nine ways to thrive as a vocation minister,” by Father William Jarema, p. 27, Fall 2012 “Feed Your Spirit: What are you really doing?” By Sister Melannie Svoboda, SND p. 36 Spring 2013 “The most misunderstood ministry?” by Jonathan Beebe, CSC, Winter 2014, p 12 “Feed your spirit: Being at home in your own story,” by Father Joseph Nassal, CPPS, p. 31, Winter 2014

Sex abuse “Vocational assessment helps for identifying candidates at risk for pedophilia and ephebophilia,” by Father Raymond P. Carey, p. 26, Summer 2002. “Frequently asked questions about sexual misconduct by clergy and religious,” by the National Religious Vocation Conference board of directors in collaboration with Father Raymond P. Carey, p. 29, p.26, Summer 2002. “One vocation director’s response to the sex abuse scandals,” by Warren Sazama, SJ, p. 31, p. 26, Summer 2002. “Resources on child sexual abuse in the Catholic church and in society at large,” p.33, Summer 2002. “The Catholic Church and child sexual abuse,” by Father Stephen J. Rossetti, p. 34, Summer 2002. “New knowledge about sexual abuse by Catholic clergy: a blessing or a curse?” by Kathleen McChesney, p. 37, Winter 2005.

Service projects “Secrets to successful service projects,” by James Knowles, p. 26, Fall 2010 “My week with the sisters: an insider view of service,” by Caroline Hopkinson, p. 10, Fall 2012

Sexuality (see also chastity) “Issues of sexual diversity and the call to religious life,” by Donna Markham, OP, p. 8, Winter 2003. “Celibate chastity: an affair of the heart,” by Seán Sammon, FMS, p. 7, Spring 2002. “Sexual diversity and contemporary U.S. religious life,” by Seán D. Sammon, FMS, p. 23, Winter 2003. “Sexuality and spirituality,” by Ronald Rolheiser, OMI, p. 31, Summer 2004. “What every vocation minister should know about healthy sexuality,” by Kevin McClone, p. 19, Summer 2013

Social media “Use new media to promote vocations,” by D. Scott Miller, p. 11, Spring 2010 “From fear to Facebook: first steps into social media,” by Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 31, Fall 2010 “Using social media to further vocation goals,” by Sister Patricia Dowling, CBS, p. 21, Spring 2011 “Social media is everywhere: steps to using it in vocation ministry,” by Father James T. Gallagher, CSC, p. 30, Spring 2012.

Spiritual growth “Book Notes: Book is a substantive guide to spiritual growth,” by By Sister Patricia Kenny, RSM, p. 36, Winter 2013

16 Strategic planning / structuring vocation ministry “Defining, measuring and celebrating success in vocation ministry,” by Tim Anderson, p. 13, Spring 2002. “Taking stock of national vocation ministry: Where have we been? Where are we going?” by Catherine Bertrand, SSND, p. 3, Fall 2002. “The Vincentian five-year provincial plan for vocation promotion,” p. 3, Summer, 2002. “Congregation of Notre Dame five-year strategic plan for vocations,” p. 8, Summer, 2002. “Crosier Fathers and Brothers three-year strategic plan for recruitment,” p. 11, Summer, 2002. “Vocation plan for the Benedictine Sisters of Ferdinand, Indiana,” p. 13, Summer, 2002. “Strategic plan for vocations of the Dominican Friars of the Central Province,” p. 15, Summer, 2002. “Five-year vocation plan of the Sisters of Notre Dame, Toledo, Ohio,” p. 18, Summer, 200, Summer, 2002. “Operating plan for the National Vocations Office of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ,” p. 23, Summer, 2002. “10 keys to vocation ministry success,” by Paula Mary Palasz, CSSF, p. 3, Fall 2004 “Strategic planning can make you more effective,” by Roger N. Trendowski, p. 8, Fall 2004. “Developing a strategic plan with a consultant,” by Debbie Drago, RGS, p. 11, Fall 2004. “Best practices for vocation ministry,” by Sister Mary Bendyna, RSM and Mary L. Gautier, p. 13, Fall 2009 “The current state of vocations and where we go from here,” by Brother Paul Bednarczyk, CSC, p. 32, Fall 2008 “Five steps to a smooth transition out of vocation ministry,” by Sister Anita Louise Lowe, p. 16, Fall 2010 “Feed Your Spirit: What are you really doing?” By Sister Melannie Svoboda, SND p.36, Spring 2013 “Lay vocation ministers speak out,” by Maryellen Glackin, Andrew O’Connell, and Len Uhal, Spring 2014, p. 6

Study (see CARA study)

Supervision “Peer supervision: path to self-awareness in vocation ministry,” HORIZON interviews Helen Cahill, OP, p. 19, Fall 2001. “Supervision and consultation: the vocation minister meets the mirror,” by Sister Cindy Kaye, RSM, p. 20, Spring 2009

Sustainability “Sustainability: new membership through an ecological lens,” by Mary Pellegrino, CSJ, p. 3, Summer 2006. “Vocation ministry in a connected, ecologically fragile world,” by Brother David Andrews, CSC, p. 8, Winter 2011

Temporary membership “A new form of membership: temporary commitment,” HORIZON interviews Joan Chittister, p. 8, Fall 2000.

Theology of vocation “Theology of vocation from a liturgical perspective,” by Gil Ostdiek, OFM, p. 16, Spring 2006. “’Here I am!’ Call in the Old Testament,” by Dianne Bergant, CSA, p. 21, Spring 2006. “Call and commission in the New Testament,” by Jerome H. Neyrey, SJ, p. 25, Spring 2006. “Theology of vocation through the centuries,” by Paul Holland, SJ, p. 31, Spring 2006. “Jesus’ deep invitations to contemporary religious life,” by Ronald Rolheiser, OMI, p. 8, Winter 2007. “Book explores theology of vocation,” (Book review of Awakening Vocation) by Sister Judith Schaefer, OP, p. 35, Summer 2011 “Vocation as a lifelong, personal adventure for every Christian,” by Archbishop Jean-Louis Brugués, OP, p. 6, Winter 2012 “Overcoming the influence of consumerism on vocation,” by Edward P. Hahnenberg, p. 2, Winter 2012 “What do the popes say about vocation?” by Father Brendan Leahy, p. 17, Winter 2012 “Exploring images of God during discernment,” by Father Harry Hagan, OSB, p. 21, Fall 2012

17 “ Book Notes: Emerging theologians offer insights ,” by Sister Judith Schaefer, OP, p. 35, Summer 2013 “Reach out, draw in,” by Father Donald Senior, CP, p. 31, Fall 2013

Theological reflection—encouraging it with young adults “Encouraging theological reflection among young adults,” by Eileen P. Doherty, p. 4, Summer 2009 “Faith development takes time, and it can be assessed,” by Father Kevin Nadolski, OSFS, p. 7, Summer 2009 “How Duchesne house leads students to reflection,” by Sister Mary Patricia White, RSCJ, p. 12, Summer 2009 “ Theological reflection: a success story,” by Sister Donna Del Santo, SSJ, p. 12, Summer 2013

Theological reflection on vocation ministry “Following Jesus: a journey out far and in deep,” by Mary V. Maher, SSND, p. 8, Winter 2005. “Journey into the future,” by Timothy Radcliffe, OP, p. 21, Winter 2005. “Renew the glory of your vocation by clinging to the hand of God,” by Brother Paul Bednarczyk, CSC, p. 4, Winter 2011. “Cast the net from a firm foundation,” by Archbishop Pietro Sambi, p. 25, Winter 2011.

Transitions “Five steps to a smooth transition out of vocation ministry,” by Sister Anita Louise Lowe, p. 16, Fall 2010 “Healthy transitions for new members, ministers and the community,” by Sister Mercedes McCann, p. 20, Fall 2010

Volunteers, outreach to them (see Service) “Vocation outreach to former and current volunteers,” by Theresa Rickard, OP, p. 22, Summer 2000. “Ruined for life: transforming lives, discerning vocations through volunteer programs,” Mary Medved, SNJM, p. 35, Summer 2005 “Secrets to successful service projects,” by James Knowles, p. 26, Fall 2010

Vow of celibacy (see chastity)

Vow of obedience “Obedience: showing up and listening for God,” by Mary Pellegrino, CSJ, p. 3, Fall 2003. “Exploring three dimensions of the vow of obedience,” by Howard Gray, SJ, p. 7, Fall 2003. “The challenge of obedience,” by Gertrude Foley, SC, p. 11, Fall 2003. “Obedience as sacrifice and blessing,” by Kevin Griffith, CFC, p. 15, Fall 2003. “Dissecting a typical conversation about the vow of obedience,” by Matthew R. McKenna, CSC, p. 19, Fall 2003. “Obedience, lived daily, takes us beyond our dreams,” by M. Barbra Ostheimer, SND, p. 24, Fall 2003. “The wisdom of obedience for communities in mission,” by Stephen Glodek, SM, p. 27, Fall 2003.

Vow of poverty “Reflections from a new member on the vow of poverty,” by Jesús Alonso, CSC, p. 3, Summer 2003. “Vowed poverty: Gospel stewardship in a consumerist society,” by Richard Woods, OP, p. 7, Summer 2003. “The vow of consecrated poverty and other scary words,” by Mary Pat Garvin, RSM, p. 13, Summer 2003. “Religious poverty: witness to the risen Christ,” by Michael D. Guinan, OFM, p. 17, Summer 2003. “Surprised by splendor: new members and the vow of poverty,” by Janet Mock, CSJ, p. 21, Summer 2003. “To live in poverty is to live in love,” by Melania Strehl, SND, p. 26, Summer 2003.

18 “Re-centering on the vows lived in community,” by Father Michael Himes, p. 28, Winter 2000.

Young adult ministry “Apply best practices from young adult ministry to vocation ministry,” by Mike Hayes, p. 32, Summer 2008 “Join hands with young adult ministers,” by Paul Jarzembowski, Summer 2010

Young adults “Young men speak out about priesthood and religious life,” by Marvin Kitten, SJ, p. 19, Fall 2000. “What religious communities should know about Gen X,” by Mary Pellegrino, CSJ, p. 26, Fall 2000. “Lord, it is good to be here!” by Catherine Bertrand, SSND, p. 3, Winter 2001. “Building bridges between young adults and members of religious communities,” by Mary Johnson, SND de N, p. 9, Winter 2001. “The challenges of crossing life’s bridges,” by Bishop Richard J. Garcia, p. 16, Winter 2001. “Strategies to help build bridges between young adults and religious,” by NRVC Convocation 2000 participants, p. 18, Winter 2001. “Reflections on ‘emerging adults’” by Don Bisson, FMS, p. 24, Spring 2001 “How one community started building bridges to young adults,” by the Sisters of St. Francis of the Immaculate Conception of Peoria, Ill., p. 23, Fall 2001. “Who are today’s young adult Catholics?” by Dean R. Hoge, William G. Dinges, Mary Johnson, SNDdeN, Juan L. Gonzales, Jr., p. 32, Fall 2001. “Vocation issues raised by younger candidates,” by Father Raymond P. Carey, p. 3, Winter 2002. “Ministering to the Millennials,” by Robert J. McCarty, p. 7, Winter 2002. “Snapshot of the Millennial Generation,” by Lori Spanbauer, p. 13, Winter 2002. “A new generation of Catholics: Catholic youth in the context of other Catholic generations,” by Margaret M. Howard and Mary E. Bendyna, RSM, p. 18, Winter 2002. “The broad spectrum of young adult Catholics,” by Mary Anne Reece, p. 24, Fall 2004. “Grow up? Not so fast,” by Lev Grossman, p. 12, Summer 2006. “How young Catholics see themselves in the church,” by Robin Ryan, CP, p. 14, Spring 2007. “Generation Me: the young adult focus on self,” by Jean Twenge, p. 32, Summer 2007. “Book notes: Books reveal truths about young adults,” by Father Kevin Nadolski, OSFS, p. 39, Summer 2008. “Helping college students create their own discernment models,” by Melanie-Préjean Sullivan, p. 22, Fall 2008 “The things they carry: burdens and blessings of young adults today,” by Avis Clendenen, p. 9, Spring 2009 “What I learned from launching a discernment group for college women,” by Sister Maria Sally Willitzer, SND, p. 15, Spring 2009 “Vocation survey shows continued openness to religious life,” by Patrice Tuohy, p. 31, Spring 2009 “The things they carry: burdens and blessings of young adults today,” by Avis Clendenen, p. 9, Spring 2009 “Book Notes: Young Catholic women speak up; a sister reflects on a life of service” by Sister Karen Owens, SSJ and Carol Schuck Scheiber, p. 45, Winter 2010 “Join hands with young adult ministers,” by Paul Jarzembowski, Summer 2010 Book Notes: Nuanced portrait of young adults points to hope, challenges, by Avis Clendenen, p. 36, Summer 2010 “What we see in religious life and some ways to reach out,” by Alicia Murtha, Kristen Leaderstorf and Nicolette Langlois, p. 19, Summer 2011 “The chilling effect of education debt,” p. 28, Spring 2012. “Book Notes: Book makes Catholicism seem hip,” By Father Radmar Jao, SJ. p 39, Spring 2013 “Responding to new openness toward our life,” by Sister Deborah Borneman, SSCM p. 20, Spring 2014

Youth, youth ministry “Forming youth leaders in a vocation ministry context,” by Corey Brost, CSV and Michael Moseley, p. 25, 19 Summer 2000. “How we stay in touch with promising high school students,” by John Hanley, OSFS, p. 18, Summer 2000. “Discernment with and for adolescents,” by Leonard J. Altilia, SJ, p. 25, Winter 2002. “Connecting with Millennials: Effective programs for reaching out to youth,” by James McVeigh, OSF, p. 30, Winter 2002. “‘Ready? Set... GOD!’ Introducing high school students to prayerful discernment for life choices,” by Pat Dorobek, SND; Leanne Kerschner, OSF/T; Sandy Sherman, OSU; and Randy Kin, OFM Conv., p. 36, Spring 2006. “Book notes: Best bets in discernment books, understanding teen faith life,” by Carol Mucha, RSM, Summer 2007. “Let’s ask the right questions about engaging Catholic youth,” by Charlotte McCorquodale and Leigh Sterten, p. 7, Fall 2007. “Vocation exhibits at large events: What happens? Is it worthwhile?” by Brother David Henley; Sister Durstyne Farnan, OP; Sister Michelle Sinkhorn, OSB; and Sister Pat Dowling, CBS, p. 25, Winter 2012

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