Definition:
One’s reason of existence; the meaning of one’s given time
“Consists of the central motivating aims of your life—the reasons you get up in the morning.”
Determining and attaining one’s goal in life, or the pursuit of such goal.
Achieving Spiritual Resilience’s Description of Life’s Purpose
Spirituality
“Connects us to our state of mind, being and place, and gives us a sense of belonging and purpose.”
Offers reason for one’s existence
“At the heart and soul of wellness, spirituality is the driving force to total well-being. It refers to your value system (ethics, moral compass), your search for meaning and purpose in life, and your connectedness with others.”
Offers a way for one’s existence
Meaning
“Refers to making sense of situations that occur in life, and, from these experiences, gaining a sense of purpose.”
Offers explanations for one’s events
“Reflecting and searching for meaning in the event can help put disturbing incidents into perspective and give you a sense of purpose that can sustain your during adversity.”
Offers consolation for one’s events
Commitment
“Can take place when you understand enough in life that you are able to take a stand for certain ideals. You can then be happily dedicated to some cause or life purpose.”
Allows for one’s purpose and reason for dedication
University of Minnesota’s Description of Life’s Purpose
“Purpose can guide life decisions, influence behavior, shape goals, offer a sense of direction, and create meaning.”
It designates how and why an individual acts in a certain way
“For some people, purpose is connected to vocation—meaningful, satisfying work. For others, their purpose lies in their responsibilities to their family or friends. Others seek meaning through spirituality or religious beliefs. Some people may find their purpose clearly expressed in all these aspects of life.”
It designates duties to individuals
“Purpose will be unique for everyone; what you identify as your path may be different from others. What’s more, your purpose can actually shift and change throughout life in response to the evolving priorities and fluctuations of your own experiences.”
It offers uniqueness and identity through personal experiences
The Christian Approach to Life’s Purpose
Christian Vocation
“Life in the Holy Spirit fulfills the vocation of man (chapter one). This life is made up of divine charity and human solidarity (chapter two). It is graciously offered as salvation (chapter three).” (CCC 1699)
Chapter 1: The Dignity of the Human Person
Chapter 2: The Human Communion
Chapter 3: God’s Salvation: Law and Grace
Each of the vocations are often called a Call from God
Vocātiō: to summon or call (Latin)
Created in the image and likeness of God, all of humanity are called to live their lives in the Holy Spirit, through the union of Christ. Such life allows one to fulfill his/her vocation, one’s purpose in life.
Vocations are largely divided into four sections:
Vocation to the Priesthood
An ordained minister of the church, offering one’s life and service for the people of God.
To offer all of their life and service to the church, priests make a vow of celibacy.
Vocation to a Religious Life
Religious ministers of the church, not limited to priests, brothers, and nuns; lay people can live a religious life through the vows of a religious order.
Vocation to the Married Life
A married couple’s life, through the union of the sacrament.
To live as a Christian family, and to prosper.
Vocation to the Single Life
Not limited to religious ministers; individuals who are called to remain single and offer their lives to God in such fashion.
Embracement of the gift of celibacy, rather than a vow of celibacy, .
Achieving Spiritual Resilience
University of Minnesota: What is Life’s Purpose?
Catechism of the Catholic Church
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