Postulancy
Becoming a postulant is the first step in the formation process. Postulants in our community wear a white long sleeved white shirt and black jumper for the daily celebration of the Eucharist and The Liturgy of the Hours. During work time they may wear denium or black skirts. Already beginning to dress differently is a sign of their desire to enter into our monastic life.
Postulants participate in The Liturgy of the Hours and the daily celebration of the Eucharist. They assist in the various tasks needed to maintain the monastery and retreat facilities as well join in community recreation time.
During the this time, they also attend classes that introduce them to the Rule of St. Benedict and monastic life, The Liturgy of the Hours, lectio divina, and scripture. Postulancy last approximately one year.
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