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The difference between contemplative and apostolic orders is in the work that they do.

Contemplative orders have prayer as their main work. They will have other duties to maintain the monastery and support themselves, but they're primary work is prayer. Usually, but not always, these orders are enclosed, meaning they do not leave the monastery grounds unnecessarily.

Apostolic orders have some type of work outside of their convent or monastery. Often the community will have a specific mission in which their sisters work, such as hospitals, schools, parish ministry, etc. However, some orders allow sisters to work in whatever ministry the sister feels called to, in consultation with the leadership.

So, to sum up, Contemplatives view prayer as their primary work, while Apostolics view their ministry as their primary work.

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