Become a Sister
What if this life is meant for you?
You want your life to matter. You care about people. You notice injustice. You want a deeper relationship with Christ. You may feel drawn toward community, prayer and a life centered on something larger than yourself.
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And somewhere along the way, you may have wondered: Could I be called to religious life? You do not have to know the answer. The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth invite you to explore the question with us.
A life you may not have imagined
Where is Christ calling me now?
Religious life today can look very different from what many people expect.
Sisters live in community and prayer. They are nurses, educators, advocates, pastoral ministers, leaders, counselors and companions to people who are often overlooked.
They serve across cultures and countries. They care for creation. They work alongside people experiencing poverty, displacement and injustice.
You can bring your whole self
Your education matters. Your career matters. Your culture matters. Your questions matter.
Your gifts, interests and experiences can become part of your life as a Sister.
Becoming a Sister is not about disappearing into an institution. It is about discerning who you are called to become and whether this way of life can help you live that calling.
You are allowed to be unsure
You do not need to be certain before you contact us. You do not need to have everything figured out. You do not need to be ready to make a commitment. You can simply be curious.
A conversation with a Sister is just that: a conversation.
Ask questions. Tell us about yourself. Learn what community life is really like. Visit Nazareth. Spend time with Sisters. Pray with us. See how it feels.
There is no pressure to have an answer.
What does life as an SCN look like?
Life as a Sister of Charity of Nazareth includes prayer and spiritual growth, community with other Sisters, meaningful ministry, intercultural relationships, care for creation, work for peace and justice, ongoing education and formation, and friendships that cross generations and cultures. It is a worldwide community rooted in a mission that began in Kentucky in 1812.
Come see for yourself
Sometimes the best way to understand religious life is simply to experience it. Visit Nazareth, Kentucky. Share a meal. Meet Sisters. Walk the grounds. Join us for prayer. Ask anything. You can come for a conversation, attend a Come and See gathering or begin a longer period of discernment. There is no expectation that a visit will lead to anything else.
Your first step can be very small. If you have ever wondered whether religious life might be part of your future, we would be glad to hear from you. Fill out the form below to start a conversation and tell us a little about yourself, what has brought you here and any questions you may have. A Sister will be in touch with you personally. You do not need to be certain or ready to make a commitment. You only need to be open to the conversation.
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Vocation News
Eight Enter the Novitiate
The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth joyfully celebrated the Entrance to Novitiate ceremony for eight pre-novices on May 13, 2026, in a prayerful atmosphere. During the solemn prayer service, Latika Kottuppallil, SCN, provincial, formally welcomed the candidates into the novitiate.
Jubilee Honors 745 Years of Vowed Life
The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth celebrated a Jubilee Mass March 25 at St. Vincent Church. Ten Sisters were honored for 745 combined years of service. Reflections highlighted lives rooted in prayer, ministry, and a lifelong “yes” to God, echoing the Annunciation and the call to faithful discipleship.
Catholic Schools Week at Pallotti High School
Sister Carlette Gentle, SCN, joined Pallotti High School for Mass opening Catholic Schools Week and spoke to students afterward. She reflected on Eucharistic Adoration and daily life, encouraging prayer, unity, and compassion. Students and teachers thanked her visit and valued hearing a younger religious Sister share about Catholic life today.