Entrance into the Novitiate

As the postulant feels more confident of her vocation to religious life and our community, she petitions to be admitted into the novitiate. This essential period of formation lasts for two years.

The entrance into the novitiate is a time of deep discernment. Initially, the Postulant receives a dress slightly different from the sisters. After some months, she receives the religious habit and a white veil. She also receives a new name, which she will be called by from this time on, and a new Novice Directress.

The Novitiate is a time to deepen her relationship with Christ through prayer and study. She learns more about the vows of chastity, poverty, and obedience, studying the Rule of the Third Order of St. Francis and our Statutes.

Currently in 2026 we have only one Novice Mpho Ditabe and she is in her first year. we do not have second year Novices, these ones on the Second Picture have already professed their vows.

Note: While typically two years, there may be a six-month extension based on the growth shown, as per the canonical period.