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Vocations

Who are we?

We are a group of men, inspired by the vision and example of Edmund Rice, who live in community and share a life of brotherhood and service of the disadvantaged of our society. As Brothers, we try to imitate the life and example of Jesus with integrity, simplicity and fidelity.

What does "being a Brother" mean?

Being a brother is essentially relational - with God, with other Brothers in community, with colleagues, associates and fellow-workers, and finally with those people to whom we minister.

The key relationship for a Brother is his relationship with God and with Jesus, which gives meaning, shape and purpose to his life - this relationship is maintained through personal and community prayer, the Scriptures, the sacraments, and the Eucharist.

In community, the Brothers try to live a life marked by love, mutual concern, courtesy and interdependence. In sharing our hopes and dreams, we are committed to work together for a better world through working with the poor and the disadvantaged of our society.

A key relationship for a Brother is with the many men and women of all ages who share Edmund Rice's vision and values. Working together, in a variety of collaborative initiatives, Edmund's vision is becoming a reality in many parts of the world.

What does a Brother do?

The Brothers devote their lives to working with the poor and the marginalised of society, both at home and abroad. Moving from their traditional ministry in schools, a Brother's work is with the less privileged members of society, the homeless, refugees, literacy programmes, working with those children who have dropped out of regular schooling, and in various projects in developing countries.

Is the Brother's life for me?

The following qualities may be an indication that a person is suited to this way of life:

• A positive life direction, a sense of purpose.
• A sense of perspective and a sense of humour.
• The ability to form healthy relationships with men and women.
• Leadership ability, can invite and enable others to use their gifts and talents, can be supportive and collaborative, with men and women of all ages and ethnic backgrounds.
• Generally physically and psychologically healthy, determined and committed to seeing things through.
• A person of integrity with an awareness of God in his life and a willingness to deepen one's relationship with God.
• The faith to take risks and an openness to the unexpected.
• Adequate intellectual capacity.

Contact Persons;

Br. Chris Glavey,
The Moorings,
13 Charleville Mall, North Strand, Dublin 1
Tel: (0 1) 8366218

E-mail: cglavey@connect.ie