“When I saw the community’s liturgical life, still in seed form then, I thought it was beautiful to be so deeply connected to a tradition going back fifteen centuries according to the Rule of St. Benedict, who was continuing the Roman liturgy brought by St. Peter himself. “ – Sister Miriam Esther.
This community’s liturgy of the Traditional Latin Mass, which formed other Benedictine saints for almost 1,500 years, was absolutely amazing and was the center of the entire day. It is so comforting knowing we are living the life that formed so many other saints.
REGINA: What does it mean to be a traditional nun within the framework of the church today? Do you see your spirituality as different to other Benedictines?
Sr. Emmanuel: It means that one is willing to embrace the cross for love of Jesus and all that it entails. This will include great sacrifice as our world is becoming increasingly more hostile to Christians everywhere and in particular to those following the church’s traditions. Hospitality is one of the hallmarks of Benedictine spirituality. In our community we express this through our service to the Sacred Priesthood.
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