This particular novena could be called a "contemplative novena" because, instead of a set prayer to say, it is composed of meditations which lead one deep into the mystery of St. Joseph's inner life of purity, holiness, and love.

What was it like inside the enclosure?  Now home from her Residential Aspirancy, our fictional discerner Melanie writes this letter to her fictional Vocation Directress/Novice Mistress, Sister Mary Magistra.