Suggested Questions
These questions are meant to be a resource, but don’t feel limited to what is listed here. Always feel free to bring up additional questions and topics to your mentor and critical friend. Your mentor will also have a list of suggested topics to discuss with you.
Questions for Your Mentor
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What was one of the things that stood out to you most when you were learning about the vows?
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What has it been like living out a vow of poverty?
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What has it been like living out a vow of chastity?
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What has it been like living out a vow of obedience?
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Has there been a vow that has been harder for you to live out than others?
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From your experience, how is religious life an eschatological sign?
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What drew you to your community’s charism?
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How did you choose your community?
Questions for Your Critical Friend
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Was there anything that really stood out to you from the workshop?
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What was your favorite part of the reading?
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What communities did you learn about on the Institute on Religious Life site? What did you like/ dislike about them?