Merton’s “Thoughts in Solitude”
July 18, 2004
I’m finishing up Merton’s “Thoughts in Solitude” and just wanted to share a few quotes I’m really enjoying…
“My life is listening, His is speaking. My salvation is to hear and respond. For this, my life must be silent. Hence, my silence is my salvation.”
“A man knows when he has found his vocation when he stops [...]
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Monks, Merton and Matter
January 29, 2004
Had a relaxing stay at the Monastery of the Ascension. Spent time in prayer with the monks, had some great conversations with Fr. Andrew, Fr. Boniface, Br. Maur and Br. Selby. I had a chance to just relax, spend time doing a few things that I’ve been needing/wanting to do but haven’t found the time [...]
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