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Qualities of Holy Cross Women

A woman considering membership in the Sisters of the Holy Cross should exhibit these qualities:

She has been a practicing Catholic for at least three years with:

  • a deep love for God;
  • a desire to grow in faith;
  • an ability and willingness to learn about and live in community;
  • a physical and mental capacity and a deep desire to engage in apostolic ministry and to be of service to Gods people;
  • an ability to adapt to change;
  • an openness to the events of life;
  • an interest and desire for ongoing personal development;
  • an ability and willingness to learn about and live the vows of poverty, chastity and obedience.