Lay religious groups have been around the Catholic Church for centuries, but are little known. 

They include the Secular Franciscan Order, Benedictine Oblates, and Lay Dominicans.

Their members make simple professions rather than vows and commit to daily prayer, ongoing formation, community gatherings, and ministry.

Members bring the spirituality of their order to their family, professional, and community lives.

In a recent article, the St. Louis Review offers insight into the lives and thoughts of those living the secular life and how they profess their charisms in daily life.  Read about Third Order lay Catholics living out their calling.