Oblates of St. Mary Monastery, Rock Island, Ill., blog about Benedictine values, prayer and life.
Posted in Uncategorized on Feb 24th, 2010
When I was involved with congregational-based community organizing in Chicago, I disliked the staged protests we were encouraged to do — with lots of planned clapping and cheering, meant to show our power of numbers and commitment to whatever leader we were addressing. It reminded me too much of the required pep rallies we had [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Feb 19th, 2010
Sr. Catherine Cleary offers thoughts on the 1st Sunday of Lent.
Posted in Uncategorized on Feb 17th, 2010
Sr. Ruth offers a reflection as we begin our 40 days today.
Posted in Uncategorized on Feb 16th, 2010
Someone about whom I care deeply, has faith and is drawn to a deeper faith, but is repelled by the institutions of the faithful—the Church. How do I play a part in his struggle, especially when, in large measure, I share it?
Posted in Uncategorized on Feb 15th, 2010
Read Lenten reflections from Sisters Phyllis McMurray and Catherine Cleary. Lenten blessings to you!
Posted in Uncategorized on Feb 6th, 2010
How often have you found yourself anxious for possibly groundless reasons? And acting rashly in search of affirmation, in ways that are either unnecessary or unpleasantly grasping–ways that compounded your anxiousness?