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Reaching For God: The Benedictine Oblate Way Of Life
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- 9780814635513
- Book Title
- Reaching for God : the Benedictine Oblate Way of Life
- Publisher
- Liturgical Press
- Item Length
- 8.2 in
- Publication Year
- 2013
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 0.5 in
- Genre
- Religion
- Topic
- Spirituality, Monasticism, Christianity / Catholic
- Item Weight
- 9 Oz
- Item Width
- 5.4 in
- Number of Pages
- 208 Pages
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Reaching for God is a compendium of Benedictine life and prayer for oblates. It brings together in one volume the essence of Benedictine spirituality-its history, its relevance through the ages and in the present, and a summary of the most fundamental gifts and values it offers for living a meaningful life. Here, the meaning and purpose of the oblate way of life is explained in a clear and encouraging way. Werner offers guidance and examples of prayer to enrich any spiritual life. Sister Roberta Werner, OSB, having worked as a teacher, caregiver, and educational administrator, is now the assistant oblate director at St. Benedict's Monastery in St. Joseph, Minnesota. In this role, she guides an oblate discussion group, contributes to oblate newsletter publications, has set up an oblate library, and makes the spiritual journey with the many oblates who connect with her and with the monastery in their search for God.
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Publisher
Liturgical Press
ISBN-10
0814635512
ISBN-13
9780814635513
eBay Product ID (ePID)
171975474
Product Key Features
Book Title
Reaching for God : the Benedictine Oblate Way of Life
Number of Pages
208 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2013
Topic
Spirituality, Monasticism, Christianity / Catholic
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Religion
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.5 in
Item Weight
9 Oz
Item Length
8.2 in
Item Width
5.4 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Lccn
2012-048197
Table of Content
Contents Acknowledgments xi Introduction xiii 1. Benedictine Spirituality as Related to Oblate Life/Living 1 The Essence of Benedictine Spirituality 1 What/Who Is an Oblate? 1 Why Become an Oblate? 2 The Partnership of Oblate and Monastery 3 2. The Rule of Benedict: The Source of Benedictine Spirituality 4 History of Saint Benedict and the Rule 4 The Rule and Oblate Living 5 Renowned Witnesses to Oblate Living 5 Paul Claudel: Some Specifics of One Oblate''s Spiritual Journey 6 Reflections and Insights on the Rule of Benedict 11 Selected Contemporary Interpretations of the Rule of Benedict 17 3. Benedictine Life Gifts/Values for Oblates 20 Prefer Nothing to Christ (RB 72) 20 Seek God Daily 21 Conversion of Heart 21 Stability and Fidelity 23 Listening and Loving Obedience 24 Balancing Prayer and Work 26 Community 30 Hospitality 32 Humility 34 Silence 36 Authenticity 38 Reverence and Respect 41 Joy 43 Peace 46 Humor 47 Beauty 50 Moderation 53 Compassion 56 Important Elements of Benedictine Life 61 Lectio Divina 61 Liturgy: Office of the Hours 63 Eucharist 65 Societal and Social Justice Concerns 66 Stewardship and Care for the Environment 67 Equality and Uniqueness of Persons 68 Sacredness of Life 69 Leisure 69 The Arts and Artisans / Beauty 71 Service 73 4. History of the Oblate Movement 79 General History of the Oblate Movement 79 Oblation: Origins to the Nineteenth Century 79 Oblation: America 1900-2000 88 History of the Oblates of Saint Benedict''s Monastery: An Example of the Oblate Evolution in America 90 5. The Importance of the Laity in the Work of the Church and the World 96 6. The Oblate Program 105 How to Begin: The Entering Process 105 Discerning the Call 105 Steps in Oblate Formation 106 Conditions for Becoming an Oblate 106 Oblation 107 Ongoing Formation 108 Church Regulations for Oblates 108 Transfer of Oblation 109 Guidelines for Oblates of Saint Benedict 109 7. Reading List 111 Books on the Rule of Benedict and Benedictine Values 111 General Books for Spiritual Growth 117 Some Sources of Benedictine History 121 Some Sources about Monasticism and Christianity 122 Some Biographical-Type Reading 123 Miscellaneous and General Sacred Reading 124 Appendix A: Directives for Oblate Life 130 Directives 130 Revised Decree on Indulgences for Oblates 131 Ongoing Formation 131 Appendix B: Prayers 133 Morning Prayer (examples in outline form) 133 Morning Prayer (alternate) 134 Evening Prayer (examples in outline form) 135 Evening Prayer (alternate) 137 Compline (Night Prayer) 137 Appendix C: Lectio Divina Guide 140 Appendix C (alternate 1): Lectio Divina Guide 141 Appendix C (alternate 2): Lectio Divina Guide 142 Appendix D: Benedictine Saints and Calendar (abridged) 144 Appendix E: The Medal of Saint Benedict 169 Appendix F: Example of a Monastery''s Spiritual Support for Oblates 175 Appendix G: Websites for Information on Benedictines and Oblates 177 Appendix H: How to Form a New Oblate Discussion Group 179 Notes 180
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