Presence of GodACTIVITY FOCUS: Seeing and sharing moments when we see the Glory of God God’s glory is all around us. When we find these moments, we may be reluctant to share with others. Benedict gives us reasons for sharing as well as ways to share and to...
Presence of God - Novice Life PracticesACTIVITY FOCUS: Benedictine practices for living in the present moment Find it hard to be present right where you are? In this activity you’ll find directions from the Rule to help you live in the present moment. You’ll also...
Presence of God, Benedictine BasicsACTIVITY FOCUS: Draw closer to God through the practice of awareness Many of us don’t feel the Presence of God, and this can be discouraging. Amma suggests that we instead cultivate an awareness of God’s Presence. Welcome,...
PatienceACTIVITY FOCUS: How the Rule of St. Benedict can help the cultivation of patience Are you a patient with others and situations? Does impatience get in the way of who you would like to be as a follower of Christ? Benedict can help you to greater patience...
Benedictine BasicsACTIVITY FOCUS: Learn about the great abbot Benedict from Pope Gregory the Great Who was this man whose monastic Rule became standard for monasteries by the early Middle Ages? How did we come to know about him? What was his life like? What kind...
Benedictine BasicsACTIVITY FOCUS: Join Novice Master Br. Ricky’s class on The Rule of St. Benedict What is this monastic rule that has been influential for centuries? What does The Rule of St. Benedict address? What parts of the Rule can help you better follow...
Presence of GodACTIVITY FOCUS: How to plan and do a Personal Quiet Day or Retreat Do you long for some quiet time with God? Would you like to step away from your tasks and responsibilities and have your spiritual energies restored? This activity will help you meet...
Presence of God, Benedictine Basics, Novice Life PracticesACTIVITY FOCUS: Two anchoring verses Br. Ricky shares two important verses from the Rule to guide how we live our lives as Benedictine felines (and humans)Welcome, Worldwide Novice! Amma and I were on...
Balance - Benedictine Basics - Novice Life PracticesACTIVITY FOCUS: How moderation can cure a crowded, time-crunched life Tired of feeling always behind in eveything with not enough time to get it all done? Take the Benedictine cure - Moderation!Dear Worldwide...
BalanceACTIVITY FOCUS: Bring balance (and sanity) to daily life Is your life out of balance? Feeling frazzled? This activity offers a way to reflect on how you spend your days.Then you can make needed adjustments with the help of St. Benedict and the Feline...