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| Community Profile |
| Dominican Cloistered Nuns, Monastery of Mary the Queen |
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| Community Information |
International? | The Dominican Order is international |
No. in community (professed members) | 13 |
Year founded | 1944 |
Generalate/ motherhouse | Autonomous |
Province/federation | Association of Nuns of the Order of Preachers in the U.S.A. |
Represented in US (Arch)dioceses | Rochester, NY |
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| About Us |
Mission statement/description
These nuns have dedicated themselves to the following of Jesus Christ within the monastic, contemplative tradition given to them by Saint Dominic. They do this principally through: Prayer offered both in a common liturgy, and in solitude which issues from an attentive listening to the Lord speaking in the Scriptures and the study of sacred truth; Community life marked by a freedom of spirit arising form our poverty, chastity and obedience, a common labor and a sisterly love; An apostolic spirit which finds expression in a joyful hospitality and a universal solidarity with all people in their needs. |
Qualifications for entry
A firm belief in God’s call to follow Christ wholeheartedly;
Between the ages of 20 and 40;
College or work experience;
No financial debts or dependents;
Single practicing Roman Catholic;
Good physical and psychological health;
Psychological maturity proportionate to one’s age;
Open-mindedness and suitability for community life; and
Ability to exercise good judgment.
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Formation program
The process of discernment before entrance can last up to a year. Several visits to the monastery are encouraged, for interviews and for the opportunity to meet the nuns, participate in their liturgy, see the monastery, etc. If, after this, there is serious interest in the nuns’ way of life, one may live in the monastery for two to six weeks as an observer. This provides a practical experience of daily life in the monastery and tests one’s aptitude for it before making the personal arrangements necessary for entering the postulancy of twelve months, followed by novitiate of two years, temporary vows of three years, and then permanent vows for life. |
Age range/limit
20 to 40 |
Consider belated vocations?
No |
Belated/late vocations explanation
Considered on an individual basis. |
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Institute on Religious Life, P.O. Box 7500, Libertyville, IL 60048-7500
Tel: (847) 573-8975 - Fax: (847) 573-8960 |
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