Shortly after these documents have been received, you will be invited to the Society's headquarters in Boston for a period referred to as “Partners in Discernment”.  Priests from certain countries will require a tourist visa to enter the U.S.  (Please take care of this in advance of travel).

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This gives an opportunity for prayer as well as a progressive self-assessment in company with a team of advisors which includes a psychologist and priests. The discernment period entails specific components wherein the candidate becomes aware that joining the St. James Society is very much a vocational decision.

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While in Boston there will be many occasions for meeting  with active or former members, who may be visiting. This lends itself well to hearing first hand a bit more about the current missionary work going on right now and the experience of those currently on mission.