Chapter Talk – Solemnity of Sts. Robert, Alberic & Stephen January 26, 2020 What was the larger horizon that guided our founders’ decision to leave their monastery of Molesme to the wilderness of Citeaux?  It seems to me that if we can tease out what were the motivating factors in the discernment of our founders […]

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The Founders of Citeaux

In the larger horizon of the twelfth century, ‘reform and renewal’ was the overarching reality affecting the Church and its religious leaders (McGinn, The Growth of Mysticism, p.149).  The atmosphere

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Monastery Lentils

Monastery Lentils A popular Guest House recipe that is vegan, easy to make and packed with flavor.  Recipe calls for dry herbs – but use fresh for extra flavor. Serve

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Waiting for the Newborn Christ

This season of longing and waiting is coming to an end with the revelation of Christ in our midst.  Christ comes in all humanity so that we are not frightened

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