Becoming an SDS Sister
Stages of Formation: Novitiate


Sister Debra Reed, SDS
Directress  of Initial Formation

Novitiate: deepening the commitment

The novitiate is the formal entrance into religious life and the Congregation of the Sisters of the Divine Savior. One year of the novitiate is devoted to intense spiritual formation.  Through an emphasis on apostolic formation, a second year of the novitiate initiates you to the mission of our Congregation.  This period provides you with the opportunity to experience unity of life, prayer, apostolic service and to discover realistically your personal ability for Salvatorian apostolic life.

Being an SDS Sister
Becoming an SDS Sister

Who are we looking for?

"Do I Have a Religious Vocation?" Take a Vocation Quiz

Getting Acquainted Come and See Programs

Becoming an Affiliate

First Step in Formation - Candidature

Second Step in Formation - Novitiate

Third Step in Formation - Temporary Vows

Where SDS Sisters Serve

Meeting SDS Sisters