by Br. Randy OSB-F | Dec 21, 2021 | Benedictine Vows, Kindness/Respect, Randy's Corner
In Chapter 66 – The Porter of the Monastery, Benedict points out that the monastery is to be constructed so that everything needed is within the walls of the enclosure. He is concerned about the danger of leaving the enclosure. Benedict fears that his...
by Br. Randy OSB-F | Dec 21, 2021 | Benedictine Vows, Moderation/Balance, Randy's Corner
Have you ever seen a wild turkey? Abbess Jane said that she once saw seven wild turkeys clustered around her bird bath drinking the foul stuff like patrons around a bar. Yuck! After several minutes of liquid refreshment, a couple turkeys wandered off to forage in...
by Br. Randy OSB-F | Dec 12, 2021 | Kindness/Respect, Randy's Corner, Relationship/Community
I like companionship, don’t you? When my friend and Cloister Member Sr Charlotte goes on one of the cat tower platforms, I like to get up there with her. When Mickey’s on the favorite chair, I jump up and rearrange him so that there’s enough room for me. If Target...
