The Rule of St. Benedict is a timeless document -- in so many ways as fresh and relevant as it was when it was written almost fifteen hundred years ago. Although written for monastics, many of the issues addressed in the Rule can be applied to life in the world outside the monastic community. The qualities which make up a valued life - humility, patience, simplicity, solitude, caring for others, and living in community - concern everyone. These specifics of the Rule, and the framework it provides, have great meaning for people who are seeking to live out their faith in the world today.

The Friends of St. Benedict offers programs and resources (The Benedictine Way, Benedictine Experiences, and the Reading Room) to individuals and groups seeking to apply the Rule of St. Benedict to their daily lives.

Are you looking for a local Benedictine Way group, gathering, or cell? We are working on a public posting of Benedictine gatherings. Click here to see if there is a gathering in your community. If you are interested in starting a Benedictine Way group or if you are a member of a group that is not in our listing, please contact us.

To Make a Donation or Payment Online: Donations are always welcome and greatly appreciated to help with the costs of our Benedictine Experiences, newsletters, resources, and organizational costs. We now also accept online donations, as well as online payments for our Benedictine experiences!  And. of course, we still accept your donations made by check or money order.

                                                                                                  
Upcoming Events:

Autumn Reflection Retreat. September 11, 2010. Washington National Cathedral.
Creating a Rule for Life Workshop. September 11, 2010. Washington National Cathedral. 
Balance and Renewal for Healthcare Providers: Embracing the Rhythms of Wellness. Oct. 3 and Nov. 28, 2010. Washington National Cathedral.
Autumn Monastic Quiet Day. Oct. 16, 2010. Washington National Cathedral.


Benedictine Experiences/Pilgrimages:

A Benedictine Experience: In Search of a Tangible Benedictine Spirituality. Sept 21-26, 2010. St. John's Abbey/Episcopal House of Prayer; Collegeville, MN.
Autumn Monastic Quiet Day. Oct. 16, 2010. Washington National Cathedral, Washington, DC.

For more information please contact Elizabeth Swenson or Sara Emmerich.

			Available on Videotape or DVD: Bendictine Journey: Listening with the ear of the heart Requested donation of $29.95 plus $4.50 s/h to cover the expenses of producing the dvd. A donation of $1.00 to ship each additional tape/disk would be much appreciated. Also available: Companion Guide -- Requested donation of $1.50 per copy. Orders of 10 or more have a requested donation of $1.00 per copy plus $1.70 postage. Click for Order Form