Other benedictine prayers prayer for the passing of our holy father benedict on march 21 o almighty and everlasting god, who delivered the most holy confessor benedict out of the prison of the flesh and bore him up to heaven, grant us we beseech you, your servants, who are celebrating this festival, forgiveness for all our sins, so that. Obviously many things are common to all christians, and these are more important than the interests of any one group of christians. The benedictines, strictly speaking, do not constitute a single religious order, because each monastery is autonomous. The practice of ignatian spirituality helps us to be open to whatever god is calling us to in life. Those who follow benedictine spirituality have their own model of the monastic life. The nebraska chapters of the benedictine oblates affiliated with sacred heart monastery, yankton, south dakota, have developed a formation handbook for use in the initial formation of novices and the ongoing formation of oblates. Benedictine spirituality from benedictine monasticism by dom cuthbert butler audio from alleluia audio books. Benedictine spirituality community of hope international. The life of the monastic, like that of all christians, is first and foremost a response to gods astonishing love for humankind, a love. Many monasteries practice physical work manual work, intellectual activity. Still others seek meaning through their connections to nature or art. We find within its pages a way of seeing that leads to life. Other benedictine prayers prayer for the passing of our holy father benedict on march 21 o almighty and everlasting god, who delivered the most holy confessor. Scholastica monastery duluth, minnesota 7 november 2015 2.
Benedictine way of life the following reflection on the rule of st benedict offers us countless opportunities for reflections of our own. Benedict, the founder of the benedictine monastic order. A culture of peace and nonviolence the benedictine. The benedictine vows of stability, fidelity to a monastic way of life, and obedience embody this movement. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading living with contradiction. It is a monastic movement for lay people designed to respond to the great hunger and thirst for spirituality that exists in todays world. Again and again in looking at benedicts spirituality we get the feeling of a movement paced for a lifetime. Lectio differs substantially from the ordinary act of reading, even spiritual reading. Catholics, protestants, buddhists, and all people are welcomed as christ according to benedictine hospitality under the rule of st. These values give us a set of practices for a life modeled on jesus. Spiritual seekers abound, and there are myriad resources available to draw upon that bear the name spiritual practice. It is one among many schools that speak to contemporary hearts, yet it is particularly unique in its lasting impact on western christianity.
This document has been generated from xsl extensible stylesheet language source with renderx xep formatter, version 3. It offers a way of life, practices and structures, not simple answers. As such, it is a universal human experiencesomething that touches us all. People may describe a spiritual experience as sacred or transcendent or simply a deep sense of aliveness and. Each section begins with some questions to be reflected upon while reading the text. Three basics prayer work common good three practices lectio divina. The prologue of the holy rule monday, july 11 friday, july 15, 2016 during this retreat, the main themes of the prologue of the rule will be studied and seen in its biblical and patristic richness.
It encourages a life balance between corporate worship, spiritual reading and work in the context of community. An introduction to benedictine spirituality above which i bought for a friend to use in a book discussion. Benedict points to a path to god in his, little rule for beginners, creating a fertile ground for and an openness to the holy spirit. A spirituality is a particular way, or emphasis, in following christ. Benedictine values by translating those values into our everyday lives at stella. The rule as it is usually called is about community livinga daytoday basic guide originally written for christian men who wanted to be monks, telling them what to do, how to be christfollowers in that unique way, and how to get. How can someone who lived over 1500 years ago affect the s piritual, physical and emotional lives of people today the benedictine tradition has its origins in a relatively small text written in an obscure monastery south of rome, somewhere between 530 550 a.
It challenges us to remain faithful to our stated benedictine values by translating those values into our everyday lives at stella maris. Benedict, who lived in the 6th century, together with all those who have been inspired by the rule of benedict and associate themselves with the benedictine spiritual tradition. It begins with an effort to cultivate an internal orientation which is fundamentally open to the world and its possibilities. Persons who reach out to a monastic not living the correct monastic life. Benedictine spirituality in everyday life slideshare. Benedictine spirituality in everyday life sister edith bogue benedictine center for spirituality st. Ordo sancti benedicti, abbreviated as osb, are a monastic catholic religious order of monks and nuns that follow the rule of saint benedict. It seems a simple question until we take stock of the electronic environment that envelopes us constantly.
I will then reflect upon some elements of benedictine spirituality that, from my perspective, nourish and strengthen our hope. Benedict overview of benedictine spirituality catholics, protestants, buddhists, and all people are welcomed as christ according to benedictine hospitality under the rule of st. How can benedictine monks help business, especially people at work. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to befriend someone who had spent time in prison. Benedict, reflected in the wisdom of his rule, lights our way to truly become a gospel people proclaiming gods love for all of creation. Sep 28, 20 the benedictine spirituality is more conventional, and also is more of a primer for the hermetic life.
Practicing benedictine spirituality the benedictine life is, simply living the gospel without fanfarethe mainspring of everything in the rule of saint benedict is the love of christ in himself, in the poor, in the monastic community, in the individual brethrenthis is the key to the monastic life and spirit. And the first question is, does prayer have a place in our life. Benedictine spirituality, in particular, has treasured many components. The definition of a monastery is a school for the service of the lord. Pdf the rule of benedict and its relevance to the world of work. Even woman can follow this model, but only if they have an abbess. Benedict is a set of rules and principles for monks living together in monasteries, but it can apply to all those who are not. Benedictine spirituality, firmly rooted in the scriptures, recognizes that the bible gives us a relational way. Benedictine spirituality timeless guidance for everyday living. Spirituality relates more to your personal search, to finding greater meaning and purpose in your existence. Benedictine spirituality in everyday life sister edith bogue. The benedictine spirituality is more conventional, and also is more of a primer for the hermetic life. Whereas spirituality is a consideration of meaning or ultimate.
Benedict is a set of rules and principles for monks. The benedictines, officially the order of saint benedict latin. So, an introduction to benedictine spirituality may be an important contextualisation for some preordination retreats. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. In general, it includes a sense of connection to something bigger than ourselves, and it typically involves a search for meaning in life.
Benedict framed a rule, or constitution, which was modeled in some respects upon the earlier rule of st. Nov 14, 2015 benedictine spirituality in everyday life 1. Others may pray or find comfort in a personal relationship with god or a higher power. Some elements of spirituality include the following. Paula hagen osb for the prayer of the monastic community. The benedictine, monastic way is not for people who want instant spirituality for an age that demands everything instantly. Paula hagen osb has an experience to share about volunteering with s. Sister joan chittister, benedictine nun, author and. Benedictine spirituality the word benedictine is relatively modern. The development of catholic identity as applied to our students education paper, benedictine university, august 26, 2005.
Benedictine spirituality is a spirituality that fills time with an awareness of the presence of god. Benedict establishes a way of life rooted in the gospel and grounded in the scriptural principles of charity, humility, stability, and faithfulness. Since benedict was a monk, the spirituality which is based on his rule, is. Benedict is still the most foundational piece of monastic spirituality in the western world. Aumunn 1 christian spirituality in the catholic tradition jordan aumann, o. Benedictine spirituality is a way of life that helps a person to seek god and his will daily. Casey calls it the tidal movement of the monks fundamental assent to the call of god 65. To understand the practice of benedictine spirituality one must allow it to work within, to percolate and purify. It may seem odd that some of the best guidelines for achieving balance in our world today, where stress has become the norm, come from a sixth century italian monk who at one point chose to live by himself in a cave. Benedictine and franciscan spiritualities christian forums.
Benedictine spirituality also known as monastic spirituality. A devoted monk, he established the rule of benedict. Part one of a four part series on benedictine spirituality, by university of notre dame professor of liturgical studies, maxwell johnson. This discussion of the essence of human spirituality links the topic to religion. They are also sometimes called the black monks, in reference to the colour of the members religious habits. Like your sense of purpose, your personal definition of spirituality may change throughout your life, adapting to your own experiences and relationships. Benedict part i overview of benedictine spirituality. Love of christ and neighbor love is at the heart of benedictine monastic life. But how the vitality of benedictine spirituality continues for our times and inspires activities like those above depends first of all on the place of prayer in our life. For community of hope international, the rule is simply an aid to help us live lives rooted in the gospel and grounded in the core values of benedictine spirituality. Benedict by saint benedict, abbot of monte cassino.
Benedict this article, written by sister jane michele mcclure, osb, originally appeared in crossings, a triannual publication of the sisters of st. Available in pdf format on this page of benedictine universitys center for mission and identity. I feel very blessed to be asked to reflect on the liturgy for this feast day. Planting trees is a big deal in nebraska planting trees is a big deal in nebraskaso important that the planting and preservation of trees are celebrated with an actual holiday, arbor day, started right here in nebraska and now observed in all fifty states and in several countries. But it is even more important as an introduction to one of the formative influences on anglican spirituality. An introduction introductory conferences the nine conferences presented here were prepared by sr. The benedictine monks formed a council, presided over by an abbot, who held the office for life. Benedictine spirituality is balance and moderation. Jul 11, 2012 o god, our refuge and our strength, look down with mercy upon the people who cry to thee. Contents preface 1 sacred scripture and the spiritual life the old testament the new testament 2 spirituality of the early church the apostolic fathers christian life christian gnosticism. Benedictine spirituality approaches life through an ordering by daily prayer that is biblical and reflective. Benedictine spirituality part 1 of 3 benedictine spirituality offers an important voice in our world today, a voice which informs our praying, living and discerning. The roots of benedictine spirituality are contained in this slim volume, as are guidelines for happiness and holiness arguably identical states in the christian tradition which are as meaningful today as they were over 1500 years ago.
It sets forth an outline for christian discipleship drawn from the heart of jesus ministry. Lectio is at the service of prayer and goes beyond the act merely absorbing the contents of the page. One of the areas the benedictine spirituality group explores and learns is the art of lectio divina. Christlike love and forgiveness, community, personal and communal prayer, celebration of the sacramental life, obedience to legitimate authority, love of scripture, and concern for justice and. Dominic united and oriented these elements in an original, balanced, and unique way. Kathleen atkinson osb, who is coming soon to the benedictine center of st. Monasteries of the heart is a new form of benedictine life for our time. Within the catholic church there is a rich variety of spiritualities. Aumunn 2 6 spirituality of the middle ages medieval piety military orders st. The ten hallmarks of benedictine education from education within the benedictine wisdom tradition 1. These spiritualities have their origin in great spiritual leaders after whom they are generally named. It appears to have been written by the steering committee of the center for mission. Persistent prayer work, usually manual work extreme simplicity of.
May 07, 2017 benedictine spirituality from benedictine monasticism by dom cuthbert butler audio from alleluia audio books. Dominican spirituality the form of christian spirituality proper to the dominican order see dominicans. Category archive for benedictine spirituality benedictine. Benedictine spirituality for everyone benedictine sisters. We speak, for instance, of benedictine spirituality, dominican spirituality, or franciscan spirituality to name a few. Christian spirituality, the new testament will have priority, although, as grelot has stated, unless we understand the old testament we cannot understand the new. Christian spirituality in the catholic tradition j. As regards the liturgy, they are both equally emphatic on the centrality of liturgy in the life of the religious, but the benedictine order has developed a greater reputation as liturgists. Spirituality is the wellspring of divinity that pulsates, dances, and flows as the source and essence of every soul. Stability means that the monastic pledges lifelong commitment to a particular. Saint johns alumni are part of a 1,500year benedictine catholic tradition. They are also sometimes called the black monks, in reference to the colour of the members religious habits despite being called an order, the benedictines do not operate under a single. Benedictine spirituality group saint patrick catholic church.
Benedictine, member of any of the confederated congregations of roman catholic monks, lay brothers, and nuns who follow the rule of life of st. This document has been generated from xsl extensible stylesheet language source. Spirituality is a broad concept with room for many perspectives. Reviewed in the united states on november 21, 2014. But for people who know that simple answers ultimately fail to satisfy and have realized. I will proceed to underline some aspects of our benedictine experience that serve as yeast or leaven for hope, so that we can describe how the benedictine rule forms us in hope. This tradition is guided by values distilled from the rule of st.
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