There are three steps to take if you would like to form a new community with women from your area.

Step 1

Request information through the District Leadership Team in your area or contact the Theresian office:

1237 West Monroe Street, Springfield, Illinois
Phone: (217) 726-5484
Toll Free in the U.S.: (888) 545-7230
FAX: (217) 726-5631

Step 2

Form a core group of 6-8 women who are interested in exploring what it means to be a Theresian community. We recommend a team of mentors who will journey with the new community from inception to chartering.  The formation process takes two years and follows the guidelines set forth in the manual, "A Formation Guide for New Communities," available from the Theresian office.

Step 3

After the community has been in formation for 18-24 months, an assessment is made of their growth and readiness to become a chartered Theresian community. A Chartering Service bringing the group into full communion with Theresians is held for the community by the Executive Director, the mentors, and/or a member of the Theresian board.