How to create a fictional, convincing nun

by Maxine Kollasch

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In this Random Nun Clip, a writer named Maria asks the sisters how to create a convincing nun character for a new novel. Maria asks for insight in order to make the woman as real as possible. The sisters suggest that Maria consider what is the protagonist's model of holiness, what is her prayer life like? What is her community life like, and how does she relate to her fellow sisters in community?

Hosted by Sister Maxine with guests St. Francis of the Holy Cross Srs. Laura Zelten and Sr. Mary Kabat.

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GSR shares clips from our friends at A Nun's Life Ministry, which has a live prayer podcast on Monday (excluding holidays) at 4 p.m. Central Time. Check out full episodes of all their podcasts (Ask Sister, Motherhouse Road Trip, and In Good Faith) on their website.

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