"For me, living Benedictine Values in my daily life means trying to recognize the Presence of Christ in myself and those around me. Preferring nothing whatever to His love and sharing this peaceful joy with others, knowing that I have a spiritual connection with the Sisters and with the Oblates of my community. Together we stand firmly with the Light of Christ burning in our hearts."
-Barbara Weidenhof
Oblate Co-director
The mission of our Oblate program is to
create opportunities to grow in the Spirit of
Saints Benedict and Scholastica as seekers of the Living God.
We, members of the Benedictine Oblate Community of Saint Benedict Monastery, bear witness to the peace that the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the rule of our Holy Father St. Benedict have brought into our lives.
We embrace in our lives the values expressed in the Holy Rule of St. Benedict, according to our station in life: stability of heart, fidelity to the spirit of the monastic way of life and obedience to the will of God. These open us in love to the social values of hospitality, service to others and responsible stewardship.
2025 Oblate Schedule
Each meeting begins with Morning Praise and Eucharist at 9:00 am
followed by brunch and meeting. Zoom attendance is available.
January 19
What are you seeking:
Planning for 2025
February 16
Presentation on Chapter 31 and
Chapter 20 of the Holy Rule
Kevin Chears: President of National Association of American Benedictine Oblate Directors
March 16
Review Comments from January Meeting Discussion and Closure: Cloister Walk
April 27
Celebration of
the Feast of Creation
May 11 - 16
Benedictine Sisters Retreat:
Nurturing a Monastic Heart
All Oblates Welcome
Contact Sr. Evelyn for more information
May 18
Oblate Renewal & Day of Reflection Theme to be announced
June 15
Shared Lectio facilitated by Sister Donna Wojtyna, OSB
July 20
140 Years of Benedictine Living:
Sr. Corinne and Sr. Evelyn
August 17
Shared Lectio Holy Rule Chapter 72
September 21
Day of Reflection: Open your Gifts facilitated by Jane Rahenkamp
October 19
Visio Divina and discussion
November 16
Living in a State of Gratitude: The Gateway to Grace Conversation
December 14
Christmas and On-going Incarnation
