by Br. Randy OSB-F | Dec 22, 2021 | Benedictine Vows, Kindness/Respect, Randy's Corner
Something happened the other day that sent me to the Rule. I wanted to discover Benedict’s thoughts on change and acceptance to answer this question – How much should we try to rearrange things around us if certain things are not to our liking? Br Ricky...
by Br. Randy OSB-F | Dec 21, 2021 | Kindness/Respect, Randy's Corner, Relationship/Community
Looking back over articles I have written I see that I’m inclined to complain and find fault. This is not very Benedictine. Indeed, Benedict tells us “keep your tongue free from vicious talk” (Prologue 17). Perhaps I have caused you distress with...
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 SBTBAdmin | Feb 27, 2012 | Uncategorized
Reframing Lent “You have turned my mourning into dancing; you have taken off my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, so that my soul may praise you and not be silent.” Psalm 30:11, 12a Ash Wednesday is just around the corner. Can you envision where your...
by SBTBAdmin | Feb 25, 2012 | Uncategorized
Purpose of the Tool: To help you move towards freedom and peace of heart. Background on the Tool: In the fourth step of humility Benedict offers a way to meet and move through the difficult times in life. Instead of letting our negative thoughts control us and lead us...
