Dear Friends,
Welcome to the online home of Saint Brigid of Kildare Monastery, an ecumenical community of women and men in the Methodist and Benedictine traditions. May you find it a warm and hospitable place to be.
God bless you!
Welcome to the online home of Saint Brigid of Kildare Monastery, an ecumenical community of women and men in the Methodist and Benedictine traditions. May you find it a warm and hospitable place to be.
God bless you!
A Word from Our Amma
Greetings in our Lord Jesus Christ and welcome!
“What do you seek?”
This question is asked of everyone who wishes to become part of the Benedictine family, whether as an oblate or a professed member of a monastic community. It goes right to the heart of that which gives our life meaning and purpose: What is it that we most desire? To what end are we willing to direct all our energy, our focus, our resources?
The ritual answer to this question is some version of “I seek to serve God in the way of Saint Benedict.” Much like the wedding promise of “I do,” these words commit us to a life spent in one direction with one person or persons. Both responses are an entry into a new family and a new way of being in the world.
It is good to reflect on our promises from time to time. Lent is an excellent opportunity to do so. In these weeks leading up to Easter, we might ask ourselves: What is most important in my life? What do I truly love? How does my way of life demonstrate that love? Is my greatest desire for God? If not, why not? What do I allow to stand between us?
I encourage you not to waste this privileged season of reflection. Lean into your vocation. Embrace the practices that help clarify your path. Support one another. Love your neighbor. Love God. What better thing is there to seek?!
You are in our prayers. May God give you every needful blessing.
Grace and Peace,
+Mary
“What do you seek?”
This question is asked of everyone who wishes to become part of the Benedictine family, whether as an oblate or a professed member of a monastic community. It goes right to the heart of that which gives our life meaning and purpose: What is it that we most desire? To what end are we willing to direct all our energy, our focus, our resources?
The ritual answer to this question is some version of “I seek to serve God in the way of Saint Benedict.” Much like the wedding promise of “I do,” these words commit us to a life spent in one direction with one person or persons. Both responses are an entry into a new family and a new way of being in the world.
It is good to reflect on our promises from time to time. Lent is an excellent opportunity to do so. In these weeks leading up to Easter, we might ask ourselves: What is most important in my life? What do I truly love? How does my way of life demonstrate that love? Is my greatest desire for God? If not, why not? What do I allow to stand between us?
I encourage you not to waste this privileged season of reflection. Lean into your vocation. Embrace the practices that help clarify your path. Support one another. Love your neighbor. Love God. What better thing is there to seek?!
You are in our prayers. May God give you every needful blessing.
Grace and Peace,
+Mary