Areas of Assessment
The LSSAWR assesses the satisfaction levels of women religious regarding five areas:
Congregational Character:
Viability of the congregation moving forward.


Individual Well-Being:
Sense of well-being with this life choice.
Membership Viability:
Personal and communal efforts to sustain and increase membership.


Holistic Growth & Commitment:
Personal and professional growth and commitment to this life choice.
Inter-Relationships:
Relationships within the congregation and external to it.

The LSSAWR also provides a Total Score that reflects one's overall level of satisfaction. Participants in our studies can receive their LSSAWR scores in the above mentioned areas immediately!
Dissertation: Copyright © May 22, 2010; for entire text (including the LSSAWR) by Maria Clara Kreis C.D.P., Ph.D.; The Library of Congress, United States Copyright Office
For LSSAWR research inquiries, contact:
Maria Clara Kreis, CDP, PhD dr.mariaclarakreis@gmail.com