“Look for the Scars” by Jan Davis, ObOSB
Have you ever been in a room full of people and thought you recognized an old friend across the room? But something was different – a different hair style – a full beard shaved off? You wanted to get closer…
Lent Unfolds by Sr. Sylvia Ahr, OSB
“…He was among wild beasts, and the angels ministered to Him… Mark 1:12-15 As I have prayed with this gospel of the First Sunday of Lent, I was drawn to the words above. It occurs to me that we have…
St. Benedict’s Rule, still relevant nearly 1500 years later
The Rule of St. Benedict was written circa 530. Benedictines still live by it nearly 1500 hundred years later. How amazing! In this new year, consider the things that matter. What guides you? What brings you peace? What sparks your…
The Gentle Revolution of Love by Michael Guerra, ObOSB
I love Advent. It is far and away my favorite season of the liturgical year. I love everything about it, from the scripture readings to the sense of anticipation to the themes of justice and mercy that anchor the season…
Benedictine Voice Fall/Winter 2023 Newsletter
“Recognizing Gifts” Once again, Advent is upon us. This church season offers us time to turn our attention to preparing our mind, heart, and soul to celebrate the Feast of the Incarnation. We call to mind God’s overwhelming generosity of…
“Did You See Me?” by Bill Howden, ObOSB
Did You See Me? Matt 25:31-46 They are totally clueless, sheep and goats alike. “When did we see you, Lord? We don’t remember seeing you! Or helping you!” To which the Ruler of the Ages responds, “Truly I tell you,…
My Favorite Season by Hal Kemp, ObOSB
“But when you pray, go to your inner room, close the door, and pray to your Father in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will repay you.” — Matthew 6:6 As I write this reflection, I’m anticipating the…
What Richness of Scripture by Sister Michael Brandt, OSB
I definitely felt I had “bitten off more than I could chew” after having agreed to write a reflection upon the Gospel for September 3, the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary time. Then “out of the clear blue sky,” or was…
Benedictine Voice Summer 2023 Newsletter
“Let Peace Be Your Quest and Aim” In the Rule, Prologue 14-17, St. Benedict writes, “Seeking his workers in a multitude of people, God calls out and says again: Is there anyone here who yearns for life and desires to…
ILGSA Statement on Gun Violence
The Inter-Congregational Leadership Group of Women Religious in San Antonio (ILGSA) recently met for their spring meeting at St. Brigid’s Convent on May 9, 2023. This group represents the Sisters within the Archdiocese of San Antonio. At this meeting, the…