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The Postulancy

The Postulancy runs about 4 weeks-usually from July 5 till July 31. This 4 week period of postulancy gives men the chance to get to know their classmates in a more informal atmosphere while also providing them with a number of introductory talks that will enable them to ease into the life of the novitiate. Currently the postulancy is held at Providence College in Providence, Rhode Island.

The Postulancy Program is designed to provide men who have been accepted into the Order with a period of transition and gradual integration into the life of the novitiate. During this time (usually four weeks), the men are able to enjoy community in a relaxed atmosphere, free from the formal structures of novitiate.

The program is normally held at Providence College, in Providence, RI. The postulants are encouraged to learn, work, and recreate together and to assume responsibility for community prayer, meals, recreation, and limited ministry commitments. During the program, the postulants also participate in various workshops dealing with Catholic doctrine, and topics like group dynamics and communication skills.

During the course of the summer program, the postulants receive a great deal of feedback regarding their participation in the life of the community. Before the end of the program, the Director communicates his impressions of the group and its individual members to the Novice Master.

 

Postulancy Program

Rev. Stephen Alcott, O.P, S.T.L.
St. Ablert the Great House
222 Cheltenham Road
Newark, DE 19711-3682  

Phone: (302) 456-1333

Contact

Fr. Bill Garrott, O.P.
Director of Vocations
Dominican Vocation Office
487 Michigan Ave., NE
Washington, DC 20017-1585
(800) 529-1205
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Vocations Information

If you think that God may be calling you to the religious life or the priesthood, and you would like more information about our way of life, contact our vocations director, Fr. Bill Garrott, O.P. His contact information is listed above.

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