Sentences with phrase «classic vows of poverty»

This being the case, he continues, «young Catholic women have quite sensibly decided that, if they wish to do good works or be political activists while dressing like middle - class professionals and living in apartments, there is little reason to bind themselves, even in an attenuated way, to the classic vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience - each of which has undergone a radical reinterpretation in the LCWR congregations.