The Society of Divine Vocations consists of the Vocationist Fathers and Brothers and the Vocationist Sisters.
The Roman Catholic religious congregation of priests and brothers was founded in Italy by Father Justin Russolillo. The Vocationist Fathers were founded in 1920, and the Vocationist Sisters were founded in 1921. The chief charism of the Vocationist Fathers is one of identifying and fostering vocations to the priesthood and religious life, particularly among the less privileged.
The Vocationists work in Vocationaries primarily, as well as in parishes, schools, and missions.
The Society of Divine Vocation became a religious institute of Pontifical Right in 1947 and 1948. Both the Vocationists Fathers and Brothers, as well as Vocationist Sisters, live in communities and take vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience while concentrating on the work of vocation. Believing themselves to be called by God as vocation experts, counselors and midwives in the Church, the Vocationists seek to help people develop discernment and to effectively answer the call of God in their lives. The ultimate goal of the Vocationists is to ensure that all of its members achieve perfect union with the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit and, through them, the world.
The goal that Father Russolillo set for members of the Order is to go out searching for vocations rather than waiting for them. The Vocationist Sisters (Sisters of the Society of the Divine Vocations) practice a strong community life and wear a religious habit.
Members of the Vocationist Family are active in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Madagascar, Nigeria, Philippines, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Pope John Paul II raised Father Justin to Venerable in 1997, and Pope Benedict XVI raised him to the honor of Blessed in 2011.
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The Vocationist parish is located in Newark, New Jersey. Directions, schedules, and a church bulletin are posted, and information about its affiliated school, nursery, and religious education groups are included. A history of the parish and an overview of the Society of Divine Vocations and the Vocationist Fathers are posted to the site. Staff schedules, daily readings, and announcements are included.
http://stmichaelsparish.org/
The Palisades Park, New Jersey church is a Vocationist parish. An overview of the Order is presented, along with directions to the church, Sunday bulletins, mass schedules, and an overview of its baptism policies, adult and youth religious education programs, Bible studies, and missions. Other resources include a photo gallery, daily readings, contacts, and announcements.
http://stnicholasrcchurch.org/
Founded by Blessed Father Justin Russolillo, the Roman Catholic Order focuses on vocations. Representing the Blessed Fr. Justin Vocationary in Florham Park, Illinois, the site defines vocations, and highlights the work of the Vocationists throughout the world. Biographies of individuals prominent within the Order, contacts, and videos in English and Italian are included.
http://www.vocationistfathers.org/
Vocationist Fathers and Brothers
Formed in 1920 by Father Justin Russolillo, the Catholic religious Order spread quickly throughout Italy, and into France, Brazil, Argentina, and the United States. The Blessed Father Justin Vocationary is located in Florham Park, New Jersey. Parishes within the province are introduced, along with its other facilities, retreats and programs. Its emblem and symbology are explained, and photos and video are included.
http://www.vocationist.org/
Part of the Society of Divine Vocations, the Vocationist Sisters were formed by Blessed Justin Russolillo in 1921, and the Order of women religious shares in the charism of the Vocationist Fathers and Brothers. General information about vocations, its formation process, and admissions are highlighted, along with a history of the institute, its establishment in the United States, and contacts.
http://www.vocationist-sisters.org/
