ABSTRACT

Using Thematic Analyses the experiences of thriving in ministry were explored across generations of Catholic women religious (N = 1116). Participants responded to open-ended questions regarding their dis/satisfaction with religious life. Sisters expressed concerns about ministry that demanded their energy and time normally needed for community prayer and living. Sisters reported on vital experiences that support their thriving in ministry. Furthermore, Sisters value support from their congregation and the collaboration with ministry partners. Strikingly, these results highlight important factors similar to the findings of research on the workforce and clergy ministry satisfaction.

摘要

使用主题分析，探索了几代信教天主教女性（N = 1116）在事工中蓬勃发展的经历。参与者回答了关于他们对宗教生活的不满/满意的开放式问题。修女们表达了对事工的担忧，因为事工需要他们为社区祈祷和生活通常需要的精力和时间。姐妹们报告了支持她们在事工中蓬勃发展的重要经历。此外，修女们重视会众的支持以及与事工伙伴的合作。引人注目的是，这些结果突出了与劳动力和神职人员满意度研究结果相似的重要因素。