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charism

American  
[kar-i-zuhm] / ˈkær ɪ zəm /

noun

  1. Christianity. an extraordinary or supernatural ability given to a person by the Holy Spirit for the good of the church; a spiritual gift.


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A word that guides their life — charism — came up repeatedly.

From Seattle Times • May 9, 2023

In 2009, the order began a revision of its practices that five years later led to a new “constitutional text”, approved by the Vatican, to “preserve the charism of the congregation and help it thrive”.

From Slate • Jan. 15, 2020

"It's difficult to understand, other than perhaps because of their attachment to the charism of the founder" and her niece.

From Fox News • Dec. 8, 2018

The revised law published Friday aims to ensure that new religious institutes meet all the criteria for religious orders, especially that they have a unique "charism" or founding spirit.

From US News • May 20, 2016

What is the meaning of the word "charism"?

From The Life of St. Paul by Stalker, James