*quote is from the Prologue of the Rule of Benedict
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We invite you to. . .
Monk: from the Greek monachos meaning single or solitary, a monk in the world does not live apart but immersed in the everyday with a single-hearted and undivided presence, always striving for greater wholeness and integrity
Manifesto: from the Latin for clear, means a public declaration of principles and intentions.
Monk Manifesto: A public expression of your commitment to live a compassionate, contemplative, and creative life.
*quote is from the Prologue of the Rule of Benedict
1,528 Responses
Aaaaaaah. My soul just took a long, deep, refreshing drink of Spirit this past week as I walked the way of the Monk in the World. May I, and all of us, be filled with God’s grace and strength to live out the monk’s call day by day, step by step. Thanks Christine.
Thanks Christine…..constantly looking for ways to deepen and grow – grateful for friends for the journey…..
Billie
Amen! I intend with all my heart to keep these principles as a rule of life — with God’s help alone!
* lee anne tobin
Dear Christine,
What a blessed gift.
I stand with you and am very honored to sign the manifesto.
Thank you.
Yours in Christ
Jacob
I’m grateful to find companions to walk with…I willingly sign….
I choose to join, and am thankful for this opportunity to refocus my scattered life into a contemplative, purposeful practice of God’s presence.
I sign, always remembering Soli Deo Gloria,
Susanne
I choose to sign. I am a far-flung Oblate and I look forward to extending my community.
I am grateful for this website and initiative. With humility, I sign.
I choose to sign the manifesto! I’m also printing out a copy to hang in my office as a reminder :-) Thank you for the inspiration!
Peace,
Annabelle
I am happy to find friends for the journey!