Come and See

The Monastic Experience is a chance for single women, ages 18-47, who are discerning God’s call, to enter into the rhythm of our contemplative life, to have time and space for listening to God, and to share with others who are seeking God.  We offer a variety of monastic experience opportunities:

Weekends:
Monastic Experience Weekends are scheduled in the spring and fall of each year at our Tucson, AZ or Clyde, MO monasteries. Participants join the community for Eucharist, Liturgy of the Hours and meals, receive input on prayer and discernment, have time for personal prayer, and meet others who are discerning.  They begin on Friday night and end at Sunday noon.  There is no cost for the weekend.

Summer:
A weeklong monastic experience is scheduled each summer to give participants a more in-depth look at our life. Those who come experience our rhythm of prayer, work and recreation. There is daily input on prayer, monastic life and discernment, as well as time for personal prayer and faith sharing. There is no cost for the week.

View photos from the May 2012 Monastic Experience in Tucson, AZ

Spring Break:
The Spring Break Monastic Experience held at Clyde, MO is coordinated with college spring breaks, to give women, ages 18-47, the opportunity to strengthen their relationship with God.  Participants share in our prayer, meals and work, receive input on prayer and discernment, and also have opportunities for fun and relaxation.  It lasts from Saturday afternoon thru Wednesday noon and there is no cost for attendance.

For more information please contact Sr. Ruth at vocation@benedictinesisters.org or
call 660-944-2221 ext 127