Discover the beauty of religious life! Join Angela Sealana and her gests, Sr. Bernadette, Sr. Claire, and Elizabeth Molina as they share their unique journeys toward fulfilling their vocations. Their stories will inspire you to reflect on your own journey and the ways you can live out your faith in the world.
In this episode, you will:
- Learn the meaning of religious and consecrated life, and who is called to it.
- Explore the steps involved in the journey to religious or consecrated life.
- Hear uplifting messages of hope.
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Guest Information

From Left to Right: Sr. Bernadette Mota, FMA, Elizabeth "Eli" Molina, Sr. Claire Ramos, FMA.
Sr. Bernadette Mota, FMA entered religious life with the Salesian Sisters of St. John Bosco in 2005. She currently serves as the Director of Department of Mission Advancement (DMA) for the Salesian Sisters Western Province.
Elizabeth "Eli" Molina is a candidate (aspirant) with the Salesian Sisters, originally from Mission, Texas.
Sr. Claire Ramos, FMA is a Sister in Temporary Vows with 3 years of Religious Profession. She currently teaches religion to 8th graders at St. John Bosco School and is a student of Pastoral Theology with the Augustine Institute.
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Jewel for the Journey
"We should not wait to be perfect in order to respond with our generous ‘yes', nor be fearful of our limitations and sins, but instead open our hearts to the voice of the Lord.” - Pope Francis, World Day of Prayer for Vocations (2018)
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