Discernment 180 for Women – by Fr. Greg Gerhart
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D180 is a six-month discernment plan to help women dive deep while discerning religious life. It lays out a clear “rule of life” including spiritual practices and specific discernment actions. The bulk of the book contains daily readings to aid in discernment. The goal is to grow in holiness, prayerfully consider religious life, and peacefully accept the life God has prepared for you.
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Ready to get serious about discerning religious life? Discernment 180 is a six-month plan to open your heart to God’s call, whatever it may be. D180 outlines a rule of life, provides meditations for daily prayer, and offers specific discernment actions.
Components of D180:
- Daily Prayer
- Sacraments
- Growth in Virtue
- Service
- Study (including daily readings)
- Weekly self-evaluations
Discernment Actions:
- Dating fast
- Spiritual direction
- Visiting a community
- Discernment retreat
Discernment 180 is designed to help you discern your vocation, but even if 180 days comes to an end and you still have questions about your vocation, there is one near certainty: you will have a richer, fuller, more beautiful friendship with Jesus Christ than ever before.
The book contains short daily readings from:
- Introduction to the Devout Life, by St. Francis de Sales
- The Discernment of Spirits, by St. Ignatius of Loyola
- Confessions, by St. Augustine
- Story of a Soul, by St. Therese of Lisieux
- Vita Concecrata, by Pope Saint John Paul II
- Mulieris Dignitatem, by Pope Saint John Paul II
- General Audience, by Pope Saint John Paul II, regarding the Theology of the Body
- On Virginity, by St. Ambrose
- Sermon on the Dress of Virgins, by St. Cyprian
- Various scripture passages
About author Fr. Greg Gerhart:
Fr. Greg Gerhart is a priest of the Diocese of Austin, TX. He grew up in Allen, Texas, and heard his vocation to the priesthood at the age of 14 when attending the Pines Catholic Camp. He now serves as the Vocation Director of the diocese. Fr. Greg explains the origins of D180 as arising from his lived experience: “As I worked with young people, I began to see that they needed more structure in their lives, especially while they’re seeking to know their vocations.” He also wanted to offer deep content, not “fluff”, and so he drew from the Church’s greatest saints and theologians for the daily readings. “So far D180 has borne incredible fruit in my own diocese,” he said. “I’m glad to offer it to any young man or woman who needs guidance as he listens for God’s call.”
“With D180, Fr. Gerhart is guiding you down the path to your own heart, leading you in greater discipline, detachment, vulnerability and, ultimately, toward deeper intimacy with God so that you can hear Him calling you by name. You will be blessed if you take him up on this challenge.”
Mother Clare Matthias, CFR Author of Discerning Religious Life
“In my journey of vocational discernment, D180 was a gift from the Lord and exactly what I needed. Establishing a rule of life was foundational to my spiritual health and will be something I continue to implement into my daily life. D180 provided a space for an intentional pursuit of Jesus in a new way and helped solidify my desire and understanding of religious life. I could not recommend it more. It has deeply blessed my heart. “
Avery J. College student who completed D180
“Taking six months to discern a religious vocation gave me the opportunity to truly get on my knees and say “Ok, Lord… I’m holding nothing back, and I actually mean it this time. Do with me as you will.” I went in deeply desiring an answer to the ever-looming question, “What should I do with my life?” but what I received was much greater. Discerning consecrated life obliged me to return to my first vocation of holiness, which stems from my baptism and being a daughter of God. Rooting myself in this identity brings an unparalleled and steady joy.”
Laura W. Young adult who completed D180
“D180 provides women with the tools necessary for a fruitful discernment and will be a great help in actively seeking a deeper understanding of their own vocations.”
Hanna Massell Teacher at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic School
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| Weight | 1.5 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 6 × 9 × .875 in |
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