"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.
2026 Oblate Schedule
Each meeting begins with Morning Praise and Eucharist at 9:00 am
followed by brunch and meeting at 11:15 am. Zoom attendance is available.
January 18
Lectio: Chapter 58
Reception of New Members
February 15
Ceremony of Oblation, Group Picture, Personal Sharing
March 15
Discernment Process and Discussion
April 19
Election of 2nd Co-director
of the Oblates
May 17
Topic to Be Announced
June 14-19
Benedictine Sisters’ Retreat:
All Oblates Welcome—
Must Register to attend
June 21
Oblate Retreat: Topic to Be Announced
July 19
Topic to be announced
August 16
Topic to be announced
September 20
Topic to be announced
October 18
Topic to be announced
November 15
A Spirituality of Gratitude
December 13
Reflection and Discussion on Incarnation
