Who is the Wind in Your Sails?
Catholic Benedictine Sister Stefanie MacDonald shares a discernment story based on the Disney movie, Moana.
Sharing Our Benedictine Values
Sister Stefanie MacDonald, OSB says the Catholic Benedictine Sisters of Rock Island, IL hold these 5 values dear.
Winter: The Real Spring!
Catholic Benedictine Sister Mary Jane Wallace, OSB shares her wisdom on the seasons of our lives.
Creation and the Cross: A Provocative and Intriguing New Work
Benedictine Catholic Sister Sandra Brunenn, OSB will host a book club at Benet House Retreat Center on theologian Elizabeth Johnson's new book, beginning Wed. Jan 25.
On Your Journey into 2019, Trust Your Inner Voice
Benedictine Catholic Sister Bobbi Bussan compares our journey with that of the 3 wise men as we begin 2019.
Baptism: One Bread, One Body
Benedictine Catholic Sister Catherine Cleary says baptism is NOT about sin, but about becoming One Body.
May You Be Jesus’ Hands and Heart!
Jesus' baptism is one of 3 epiphanies that help us understand who he is. Benedictine Catholic Sister Mary Core shares a little history and inspiration as we close the Christmas season.
Where Are Your Stars Leading You?
Catholic Benedictine Sister Mary Core reflects on what Epiphany means on a personal level.
Sister Audrey Cleary, OSB, 1940-2018
Catholic Benedictine Sister Audrey Cleary, OSB, of St. Mary Monastery in Rock Island, IL died December 31, 2018.
Resolve to Pray
Benedictine Catholic Sister Catherine Cleary says the best New Year's resolution is to make time every day for prayer.
Seeing Out the Old Year, Welcoming the New
In the optimistic anticipation of better things to come, we celebrate the New Year AND the Solemnity of Mary on January 1.
Silent Night, Holy Night
Benedictine Catholic Sister Mary Core shares the Christmas traditions of St. Mary Monastery, Rock Island, IL
Be Strong, Take Heart
Benedictine Catholic Sister Bobbi Bussan says Advent has broken open her prayer to be strong and take heart.
Advent: Time Stands Still & Soul Meets Creator
Benedictine Catholic Sister Jackie Walsh says her mom's death revealed Advent wisdom to her.
Waiting for Jesus (and Santa)!
Sister Marlene Miller remembers her childhood Advent and Christmas Eve.
Waiting for The One
A reminiscence of joyful anticipation from Catholic Benedictine Sister Sandra Brunenn, OSB
The Beautiful Light of Advent
Benedictine Oblate Juanita Ghere shares what Advent means to her.
Advent: Journey into Mystery
Catholic Benedictine Sister Marianne Burkhard shares her childhood memories of Advent in Switzerland as she prepares once again for Christ to enter the humble manger of her heart.