Religious institutes

Religious institutes are organized communities of individuals who dedicate their lives to spiritual service and adhere to specific vows, such as poverty, chastity, and obedience. Examples include monasteries, convents, and friaries. Members, like monks, nuns, or brothers, live together, follow a shared rule, and often engage in prayer, education, healthcare, or charity work. These institutes serve as a structured way for people to commit fully to their faith and contribute to their community’s spiritual and social needs. They operate under the guidance of their religious tradition and often have a central leadership or superior.