This is the perfect conversation for a time of pandemic and quarantine. Christine invited us to explore how the monastic view embraces all of life—treasures and sorrows, cygnets and compost. She offered rich insights into the practices of Stability, Wild Edges, Grief, and the paradoxical state of Holy Indifference. She took us into a gentle meditation of memory—a heart practice to rediscover the gifts in small experiences. An excerpt from Earth, Our Original Monastery is included as well as a song based on Christine’s poem about St. Columba and his horse.
Monk in the World Guest Post + Summer Sale ~ A Love Note from Your Online Abbess
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
June 14, 2026
