Three elderly women religious in Austria fled their nursing home and have returned to their longtime monastery, defying church superiors in a case that highlights the impact of Vatican regulations regarding aging members of dwindling religious congregations. "I have been obedient all my life, but it was too much," Sister Bernadette said, BBC News reported. "This ensures that the sisters not only receive professional care and support, but can also continue their religious and spiritual life." "The Reichersberg Abbey, which he leads, adheres to the same Augustinian spirituality as the Goldenstein Augustinian Choir Sisters." She added, "When they need us, they just have to call us and we will be there for sure.