One of the great blessings of Lent in the monastic life is that it calls the monk to take a good hard look at himself and ask, "Am I truly doing all that I can for Jesus Christ and His holy Church?, am I striving to lay down my life for others?, am I trying to be the best monk I can be?" As Holy Week quickly approaches I ask you to take time in your own life to ponder and pray over the questions that really matter. Ask Jesus to show you the ways He is calling you to lay down your life for others. Holy Week teaches us to focus on the Holy cross and be willing to surrender our wills to the will of the Father. 
Monks prostrating themselves as they give themselves totally to Jesus Christ at Solemn Profession.
Monks prostrating themselves as they give themselves totally to Jesus Christ at Solemn Profession.
Br. (soon to be Father) Michael, Fr. Fred, Fr. Shawn Matthew, and Fr. Boniface.