The noviciate also prepares the novice to make a decision in faith about the future of his life. The community plays a role in supporting the individual as he discerns his future. At the end of the noviciate the novice will be in a position to take the next step in Carmelite life - Simple Profession.

Simple Profession

There are two stages in Profession; Simple also known as First Profession in temporary vows, and Solemn Profession, a commitment to the Carmelite Order for life. Simple Profession is a period of time to prepare the student for solemn vows in the Carmelite Order, and equips him for ministry as a priest or brother.