Abbey Vocations :: Schedule a Visit

Application for a first visit to Saint John's Abbey

Your Information Name: *
Street Address: *
City, State and Zip Code: *
Email: *
Phone Number: *
Date of Birth: *
U.S. Citizen? *
Religion: *
Occupation: *

General Information How did you learn about Saint John's Abbey? *
Why do you want to visit Saint John's Abbey? *
What expectations do you have for the visit? *
What are some of your personal qualities? *
Briefly describe your discernment process thus far. *
Have you ever applied for, entered, or visited a monastery, diocesan seminary, or religious order? When? Where? *
Are you a convert to Roman Catholicism? If so, when, where and by whom were you formally received into the Church? What is the name of the parish church you usually attend? What city? Pastor's name? (Students living away from home, please include your home parish.) *
Please discuss your religious background and experience. (How much Catholic education have you had? In what ways are you involved in the local Catholic community? What are some experiences and opportunities in your life that you are thankful for? *
Marital Status *

Never Married

Divorced

Annulled

Separated

Education Are you currently a student? *
Highest Level of School Completed: *
Major Field of Study: *
Name of School: *
School Address: *
City/State/Zip: *

Employment Name of Employer: *
Address: *
City/State/Zip: *

Medical and Other What is the general state of your health? *
Are you presently covered by health insurance? Please provide the name of insurance carrier. *
What medication, if any, do you now take? *
Please specify any restrictions on the kinds of work you are able to do because of physical or mental disability. *
Mark any of the following illnesses or conditions or habits you have or have had and give details below if needed: *
Any needed details: *
Do you have a criminal record? If yes, please explain. *
Please add other information we should know or any comment you would like to make. *

References

Please give the names, addresses, phone numbers, and occupations of two people that would be good references for you. Please do not list family members. For example, your pastor, employer, and/or professor would be good choices.

First Reference

Name: *
Address: *
City, State and Zip: *
Phone Number and a good time to call: *
Occupation: *
Please explain your relationship with this person. *

Second Reference

Name: *
Address: *
City, State and Zip *
Phone Number and a good time to call: *
Occupation: *
Please explain your relationship with this person. *

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Saint John's Abbey considers men for discernment visits that are ages 23-43; confirmed Roman Catholic (or in process of joining the Catholic Church); either single or have received an annulment; and are US citizens or permanent residents.