Saint Joseph Skete - Benedictine Chapter

Looking for peace in a chaotic world?

Are your days too busy and your nights not restful? Too much to do and not enough time to do it all?

Longing for rest but feeling too stressed? Aching for calmness but finding only chaos?

There are answers, and they are not far away. You do not even need to leave your house to find them — they are as close as your heart.

Benedictine spirituality can offer you the shelter you seek, the peace you crave, the oasis of calm you are searching for; and it only takes one hour a month and a few minutes a day.

Interested?

We are a community of laypeople and clergy united in one goal: to find peace amidst the chaos of life in a modern world through Jesus and the Rule of St. Benedict.

There is a reason it has been around for 1500 years. It still influences the world today and can be applied to any life situation and any age.

We meet monthly online or in person, if you live nearby. Christians of every faith tradition are welcome. Explore how to live a fuller Christian life where you are. Come with an open heart.

What is a Benedictine Oblate Chapter?

As in many other religious Orders, there are three branches: The First Order (monks), the Second Order (nuns) and the Third Order (Oblates).

In our modern times, following the Benedictine principles offers a rich spiritual connection to the stability and wisdom of monastic life. Originally written for monks, the principles in the Rule of St. Benedict may be applied by anyone embracing Benedictine spirituality while living outside the confines of a monastery. We are still invited to balance work with prayer, cultivate interdependence, practice hospitality and apply Benedictine spirituality just as monks and nuns do.

I. We fulfill the following commitments:

We are committed to the Benedictine Rule, its values, culture and prayer:

• We are expected to keep the spirit of Saint Benedict alive in the way we live

• We keep faithful to our promises made at Holy Oblation or Vows

• We pray the Liturgical Hours/Daily Prayers as much as we are able to

• We read from the Rule of St. Benedict frequently

• We attend retreats and scheduled meetings as often as possible

• We maintain fidelity to our respective faith tradition

• We are persons whose lives are shaped by Benedictine spirituality. We follow the Rule of St. Benedict in our daily lives as far as our situation permits

• We pray for the International Benedictine Community

II. Our members adhere to the following values:

We believe in service to the common good, respect for the individual, virtuous friendship and living the Beatitudes (Matthew 5:3-12):

• Conversion of life towards God’s will

• Love of learning

• Listening

• Excellence through virtue

• Hospitality

• Stability

• Stewardship

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