Now, according to my history professors, this is how it would work in many Medieval villages in Europe. The monks or nuns at the monasteries would toll the bell, telling their communities that was time for Office. The community would … Continue reading
It is perfectly conceivable that there is someone, somewhere, praying to God at this exact moment. Moreover, it is perfectly conceivable that a human being is praying to God at every moment of the day. The Liturgy of the Hours … Continue reading
It is early in the morning. The friars and an assembled mass of lay faithful are seated in the choir stalls. Some look at their watches. One of the friars flips through a battery of books and looks up at … Continue reading
Brother Brad is a mass media maven. Back in January, he produced a video about one of the essential aspects of a consecrated religious’ life, the Divine Office. What is the Divine Office? It’s the Church breathing. See this amazingly … Continue reading
