1. What is Theresians International and how large is the organization?
Theresians International is a Catholic organization open to all Christian women. Membership appeals to women of all ages - single, married, and vowed religious. There are over 2000 women in nearly 150 small-faith communities in nine countries around the world.

2. What is so unique about this organization?
The unique feature of this organization is the combination of the Five Dimensions: Spirituality, Education, Community, Vocation, and Ministry. It is a woman's organization led by women.

3. Why is being in a small faith community important to Christian women today?
Theresians believe that when Christian women bond together for the support and growth of one another, they have tremendous influence for good at home, in church, and in society.

4. How large is the average Theresian community?
Theresian communities vary in size from 15-25 members. The recent trend toward establishing small communities means that the average size of a Theresian community today is 12-18 members.

5. Where are the world communities of Theresians International?
Presently, there are Theresian communities in the United States, Canada, Australia, the Philippines, Brazil, Ghana, Mexico, Argentina and Thailand.

6. What can Theresians offer a Christian woman?
The Theresian organization strives to offer a balanced, Christian opportunity for the progressive, contemporary woman; therefore, many areas for her growth, enrichment, and awareness are made available to her. Monthly meetings offer spiritual, educational and community experiences.

7. Do Theresians pay dues?
Yes. Annual membership dues are payable by March 1. If a woman joins Theresians in the middle of a year, the dues are prorated.  Membership dues contribute to the support of Theresian ministry.

8. Does Theresians International have a newsletter?
A quarterly national newsletter offers articles of interest and ideas for the development of communities. Some of the District Leadership Teams also put out a frequent newsletter to its communities.

9. Is there a guide for women who would like to start a new community?
The intranet within our website allows Membership access to all of our resources.  Once a community begins to form, they are provided intranet access codes.  A complete Formation Manual guides all new communities with mentors to accompany them through the process.

10. How does Theresians International maintain its network of world communities?
The international network is maintained through the Theresians International Board of Directors and through the Theresians International Office.