The institution of monasticism in the Christian Church is in general decline, at least in so-called "first world" nations.
Though they themselves might not be called to join a traditional monastery, they are eager to appropriate monastic practices in.
At the same time, many younger Christians are rediscovering the rich heritage of the monastic tradition.
Though there are many reasons for this, monastic leaders are confronted by the reality of fewer communities, monks, and nuns nonetheless.
The institution of monasticism in the Christian Church is in general decline, at least in so-called "first world" nations