October 2026
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Introduction to the Order of St. Benedict
Benedictine spirituality offers an important voice in our world today, a voice which informs our praying, living and discerning. It is one among many schools that speak to contemporary hearts, yet it is particularly unique in its lasting impact on Western Christianity. The Fall of the Western Roman Empire The Western Roman Empire had officially… Continue reading
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The Two Great Commandments
In the last couple of weeks we have had stories in which Jesus stressed the importance of taking God seriously. Two weeks ago, we got the story of the wedding feast, and the lesson was we should not accept God’s gift casually. Last week, we heard that Caesar gets his due taxes, but it’s more… Continue reading
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Augustinian Spirituality
Augustinian spirituality “We are to be of one mind and heart on the way to God. We are travelers on pilgrimage together, wherein Christ is our constant companion, as well as our way and our goal.” Adapted from the Augustinian Order’s Constitutions and Plan of Formation The Order of Saint Augustine, more commonly known as… Continue reading
