Liturgical Seasons
Working in the Crypt: Abandonment to the Will of God
If it belongs not to my care Whether I die or live; To love and serve Thee is my share, And this Thy grace must give. If death shall bruise this springing seed Before it come to fruit, The will with Thee goes for the deed, ************************************ Thy life was in the root. ************************************ Would…
Read MoreFrom the Crypt: What Example of Transformation Can You Present to the World?
True repentance means moving not only away from sin, but toward goodness (and ultimately toward God). So let’s consider what example of God’s goodness we share with the world.
Read MoreSitting in the Crypt: Self-Reflection and Self-Knowledge
By all means use sometimes to be alone. Salute thyself: see what thy soul doth wear. Dare to look in thy chest; for ’tis thine own; And tumble up and down what thou find’st there. Who cannot rest till he good fellows find, He breaks up house, turns out of doors his mind. Herbert. Our…
Read MoreInto the Crypt: Ash Wednesday and True Repentance
Lent is the perfect time to visit the Crypt of your Inner Abbey. The Crypt is about cooperating with grace in order to become the masterpiece God created you to be. Ash Wednesday calls us to repentance. But what is true repentance? How does it differ from simple remorse? Come explore the Crypt of your Inner Abbey with us!
Read MoreGiving of Your Time and Energy
What really makes giving a spiritual exercise? There’s much more to it than simply fulfilling an obligation!
Read MoreWhen You Need Wisdom
Discerning how to give, how to serve the Kingdom of God, isn’t always easy. How can you know what God wants you to do? Today’s reflection offers some wisdom.
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