Enrich your mind and spirit—visit the monastery library!

February 2010

With the distribution of ashes on Ash Wednesday, the Lenten season officially begins.

Most of us immediately turn our attention to Jesus’ sacrifice on Good Friday and his glorious resurrection on Easter Sunday.  But, what about the time between Ash Wednesday and Holy Week?  Are we using it to prepare for Easter?  Are we taking this opportunity to reflect on what we can do for others and how we can deepen our connection with God and others?

You are invited to visit the monastery for community and individual prayer, spiritual guidance or a browse through the library with its many spiritual resources.  And don’t forget the nature trails where you can walk, reflect and enjoy the healing gifts of creation.

The monastery library has recently added the following books to its collection:

Bourgeault, Cynthia.  The Wisdom Jesus.  Boston, MA: Shambhala, 2008.

Borg, Marcus J.  Jesus.  San Francisco, CA: HarperSanFrancisco, 2006.

Russell, Peter.  The Global Brain.  Edinburgh: Floris Books, 2007.

Is there a book you've recently discovered, loved and would like to recommend? Tell us about it through an e-mail to Nancy.