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Benedictine Spirituality

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. Yet through the centuries, millions have found the teachings of Saint Benedict of Nursia and his Rule for monastic life key to their own spiritual wholeness.

Benedictine Spirituality

In this session participants will learn the basics of Benedictine spirituality so that, "finding God in the ordinary circumstances of daily life," becomes a spiritual characteristic that you personally embrace. • By Gladys Pozza

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Benedictine Spirituality

This session will assist children in identifying Saint Benedict and Benedictine spirituality and their significance in the child's life and spiritual growth. • By Jane Marie Osterholt SP

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Benedictine Spirituality

Background information for facilitators to deepen their understanding of Benedictine Spirituality. • By Leif Kehrwald

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Benedictine Spirituality

Further Study: Become an Oblate

If Benedictine spirituality resonates deeply with your own spiritual journey, you may want to think about becoming a Benedictine Oblate.

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Benedictine Spirituality

A Line a Day

Focus on the lines from the Rule of St. Benedict one at a time.

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Benedictine Spirituality

Pray the Psalms

Praying the Psalms is an important characteristic (charism) of the Benedictines. Use these Psalms to pray with your family the "Benedictine way."

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Benedictine Spirituality

In this session participants will explore the life of Saint Benedict and reflect upon the value of Benedictine spirituality as a guide for living the Christian life. • By Leif Kehrwald

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Recommended Reading and Viewing

Articles, books, and websites to further your learning about Benedictine Spirituality.

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Benedictine Spirituality

Youth will explore the Rule of St. Benedict and discover ways to integrate it into their own lives. • By Marla Overholt

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