Postulancy: Formal training in the community begins with Postulancy of six to ten months.  This period provides a basic introduction to the religious life based on self-knowledge and a study of the fundamentals of prayer and theology.

Novitiate: The two year Novitiate program allows for a deepening of the spiritual life, a study of the history and the charism of the Community, and, during the second the second or Canonical year, an immediate preparation for vows.  The life of a Novice is more structured than that of a Postulant.

Temporary Profession: The period of temporary Profession may extend from three to nine years.  This time is devoted to a continuation of spiritual development as well as to the completion of formal or professional training for the apostolate.

Final Vows: At the end of temporary Profession a Sister is admitted to Final Vows.  Although the period of initial formation ends with the final profession of vows, opportunity for on-going formation is given to the Sisters at all levels of Community life.  This includes conferences, seminars, workshops and the annual retreat.