“The breezes at dawn have secrets to tell you, don’t go back to sleep.” – Rumi
Photos at Silver Strand Beach, Barna, County Galway, Ireland © Christine Valters Paintner




“The breezes at dawn have secrets to tell you, don’t go back to sleep.” – Rumi
Photos at Silver Strand Beach, Barna, County Galway, Ireland © Christine Valters Paintner





I am delighted to share another beautiful submission to the Monk in the World guest post series from the community. Read on for The Rev. Dr. William Carl Thomas’ reflection on a balcony perspective, humility, and illuminating God’s love in the world. I recognize that

Dearest dancing monks, artists, and pilgrims, Each week we are delighted to feature a reflection from our community in the Monk in the World guest post series. There are so many talented writers and artists at the Abbey and we love giving our dancing monks a chance
I am delighted to share another beautiful submission to the Monk in the World guest post series from the community. Read on for Callie J. Smith’s reflection Inner Hospitality On Those Different Days. My friend stopped his bike on the trail in front of me,