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Discalced Carmelite Nuns of Terre Haute
Sr. Mary Clare, O.C.D.
Vocation Director
59 Allendale
Terre Haute, IN 47802-4751
812-299-1410 ext. 202
maryclare@heartsawake.org
www.heartsawake.org
Community Information
No. in community (professed members)
12
Year founded
1947
Generalate/ motherhouse
Autonomous
Province/federation
Washington Province/Queen of Carmel Association
Represented in US (Arch)dioceses
Indianapolis, IN
About Us
Mission statement/description
These nuns are consecrated women of the Teresian Carmel living in sisterly communion, holding the lamp of contemplation until they become a living flame of love. They are cloistered Carmelite nuns, called to live the Gospel and the charism of Saint Teresa through a hidden life of unceasing contemplative prayer in the service of the Church. Standing in the presence of the living God they adore and intercede for all, becoming channels of spiritual energy and a prophetic witness of hope to the world.

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Qualifications for entry
At least a high school education. Good physical and mental health. Some working experience or involvement in theparish is desirable.
Formation program
One year of postulancy, a period of transition fromlay life to religious life. Two years of novitiate, followed by temporary vows taken for three years. The final year before solemn profession,the novice leaves the novitiate and is under the guidance of the prioress.
Age range/limit
21 - 45
Consider belated vocations?
Yes
Belated/late vocations explanation
Those who apply and are over 45 years of age, and enjoy good physical and mental health, we prayerfully consider each application, knowing that the Lord calls whom He wills.

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