Institute of consecrated life

Okay kiddo, have you ever heard of nuns or monks who live in monasteries or convents? The Institute of Consecrated Life is sort of like a big group that includes all of those special people who have dedicated their lives to serving God.

Now, when someone becomes a member of the Institute, they make some promises to God and to the people in charge of the group. They promise to follow certain rules, pray regularly, and live a very different kind of life than most people. They might wear special clothes, live together in a special building, and spend a lot of time doing things like praying, reading religious texts, and helping other people.

The Institute helps support these special people by providing things like training, resources, and guidance for how to live their lives in this special way. They also help make sure that the rules are being followed and everybody is being treated fairly.

Overall, the Institute of Consecrated Life is a way for people who want to serve God in a special way to come together and support each other in their journey.