Novitiate House

A Novitiate House is a special residence where newcomers to a religious order, called novices, live and train for a period, typically one or two years. During this time, they focus on spiritual growth, learning the order’s teachings, and discern whether they feel called to commit fully to the community’s way of life. The house provides a supportive environment for prayer, study, and community living, helping novices deepen their faith and understanding before making permanent vows or commitments to their religious vocation.