Lectio divina is a prayerful reading of scripture, a way of spending time with the Word of God. Readings are slow and deliberate, allowing the Word to resonate within one’s heart and mind. The process itself has a rhythm that allows individuals time and space to find spiritual meaning beyond the literal text.
Lectio divina differs [...]
Archive for October, 2008
Prayerful Listening
October 23, 2008
Ecumenical dialogue at Holy Wisdom Monastery
October 20, 2008
Is it possible to commit to more than one faith tradition? This October, nearly 40 people gathered at Holy wisdom Monastery to explore a cross-cultural phenomenon – multiple religious belonging.
Imagine a religious supermarket. Spiritual traditions of all shapes and sizes line the shelves. Will you choose just one to meet your spiritual needs? Or will [...]
Hospitality for all
October 6, 2008
Hospitality is rooted in the belief that Christ is present in the other. Benedict says Christ is especially present in the abbot or prioress, the guest and the sick. Hospitality at Holy Wisdom Monastery is manifest in inviting guests to prayer and the Eucharist and having Liturgy of the Hours prayer books that are easy [...]
