| Pax
Christi Institute, a contemplative-apostolic Christian faith
community, was founded by Rev. Mother Teresa Santoyo in the
Diocese of Corpus Christi on July 19, 1969. The fundamental
purpose of the Pax Christi Institute is to serve as an enabling
instrument of peace to the Pax Christi member in pursuit of the
attainment of Perfect love, oneness with God. The special
purpose is to take the Good News of Jesus Christ our Peace to
all mankind through a dual ministry: Spiritual - Lead the People
of God to a profound understanding of the Holy Sacrifice of the
Mass.
Through the sharing
of the Pax Christi Spirituality enable the effecting of the
salvific love mission of Our Lord Jesus Christ, "That all may be
One." Apostolic - Minister to Jesus Christ in his humanity
through compassionate, gentle, prompt service to the poor, the
People of God, in their diverse and multiple needs.
Requirements for
admission: Be a practicing Roman Catholic, have a strong desire
to commit herself to a consecrated life, on admission be between
the ages of 17 and 28, be of sound physical and mental health
and free from noticeable physical defects, have at least a high
school education, have a good personality and ability to relate
to others. |