Awareness of God | To look for God not in the abstract but in the ordinary events of every day. “We believe that the divine presence is everywhere.” — Rule of Benedict 19 |
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Community Living | To become who we are by our relationships with others. “Let all things be common to all.” — Rule of Benedict 33 |
Dignity of Work | To appreciate the dignity of work in God’s creation. "They live by the labor of their hands.” — Rule of Benedict 48 |
Hospitality | To offer warmth, acceptance and joy in welcoming others. “Let all...be received as Christ.” — Rule of Benedict 53 |
Justice | To work toward a just order in our immediate environment and in the larger society. “That in all things God may be glorified” — Rule of Benedict 57 |
Listening | To hear keenly and sensitively the voices of persons and all created beings. “Listen...with the ear of your heart.” — Rule of Benedict Prologue |
Moderation | To be content with living simply and finding balance in work, prayer and leisure. “All things are to be done with moderation.” — Rule of Benedict 48 |
Peace | To strive for peace on all levels: with self, others and God. — Rule of Benedict Prologue |
Respect for Persons | To respect each person regardless of class, background or professional skill. “No one is to pursue what is judged best for oneself, but instead, what is better for someone else.” — Rule of Benedict 72 |
Stability | To cultivate rootedness and a shared sense of mission. “To stand firm in one’s promises.” — Rule of Benedict 58 |
Stewardship | To appreciate and to care lovingly for all the goods of this place. “Regard all utensils as if they were the sacred vessels of the altar.” — Rule of Benedict 31 |