Join us in reading about St. Gertrude of Helfta, 13-th-century mystic and namesake of St. Gertrude's Monastery, in Gertrude of Helfta:  Companion for the Millennium by Sr. Evangela Bossert.   Each chapter is a description of part of Gertrude's story, a description of one of her visions, and then a meditation on these for our lives.

St. Benedict's "little rule written for beginners" invites us to grow in virtue through intentional living in the ordinariness of life. The text contains numerous themes to inspire and direct individuals and communities in the way of perfection. During these Zoom sessions, we will ponder the Rule of St. Benedict by "playing" with recurring words and themes.  Each month we will examine Benedict's weaving of a different word or theme through the Rule to gain an understanding of his intention and our application.

Join us in reading about St. Gertrude of Helfta, 13-th-century mystic and namesake of St. Gertrude's Monastery, in Gertrude of Helfta:  Companion for the Millennium by Sr. Evangela Bossert.   Each chapter is a description of part of Gertrude's story, a description of one of her visions, and then a meditation on these for our lives. 

Join us in reading with and about St. Gertrude of Helfta, 13th-century mystic and namesake of St. Gertrude's Monastery, in Gertrude of Helfta: Companion for the Millennium by Sr. Evangela Bossert. Each chapter is a description of part of Gertrude's story, a description of one of her visions, and then a meditation on these for our own lives. Beginning with the Introduction, we are progressing chapter-by-chapter through the book. Each session is facilitated to stand alone but the greatest benefit will come through participating in each session. Reading the chapter in advance will prime participants for the day’s discussion. This session will reflect…