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Domestic Monastery: Creating Spiritual Life at Home
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Release Year
- 2019
- ISBN
- 9781640603721
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Paraclete Press, Incorporated
ISBN-10
1640603727
ISBN-13
9781640603721
eBay Product ID (ePID)
5038596306
Product Key Features
Book Title
Domestic Monastery
Number of Pages
96 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2019
Topic
Spirituality, Monasticism, Christianity / Catholic, General, Christian Life / Family
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Religion, House & Home
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.4 in
Item Weight
8 Oz
Item Length
7.2 in
Item Width
5.4 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2019-010158
Reviews
"If ever there was a time when a book like Fr. Ronald Rolheiser's Domestic Monastery was needed, that time is now. Domestic Monastery , a mystical yet down-to-earth look at the spirituality of being a parent, will encourage and uplift parents at any stage in their parenting journey. Rolheiser emphasizes that there is nothing "lesser-than" about being a parent, as opposed to being a priest or religious. Instead, he compares the life of a parent to that of a monastic, drawing parallels that focus especially on the self-abandonment necessary in love. If you or someone you know are feeling overwhelmed by the demands of your time, energy, and love that being a parent requires, Domestic Monastery will help you put your situation in perspective in a comforting and engaging way." -- Barbara Szyszkiewicz, CatholicMom.com, "Prayer, for Fr Rolheiser is 'a relationship, a long term one and lives by those rules' (p.43). Pointing out the necessary tension that lies between contemplation and action (as well as that between 'passion and purity, intellect and will, community and individuality', p.55) Fr Rolheiser shows us the 'creative tension' that lies in the path of those who seek a 'Domestic Monastery'. I would not only recommend you buy a copy of this small spiritual classic but that you purchase one as a gift for those friends, colleagues, loved ones and family members who have struggled these past few months to make sense of the impact of the deadly covid virus. This charming little book will, I am sure, bring a lot of healing to a traumatized world. Thank you Fr Rolheiser." -- Peter Tyler , soulpursuit, "If ever there was a time when a book like Fr. Ronald Rolheiser's Domestic Monastery was needed, that time is now. With schools closed and many people telecommuting, our domestic churches have become the centers of our world like never before. Parents like me, long removed from the housebound days with very little children, will re-familiarize themselves with what it's like to be at home with our families: no school, no sports, no rehearsals, no trips to the movie theater. I was greeted cheerfully last Friday by my 18-year-old son (my youngest), who'd just learned that he probably won't be back in school until after Easter: "So who's ready to spend the next four weeks with ME?" Domestic Monastery , a mystical yet down-to-earth look at the spirituality of being a parent, will encourage and uplift parents at any stage in their parenting journey. Rolheiser emphasizes that there is nothing "lesser-than" about being a parent, as opposed to being a priest or religious. Instead, he compares the life of a parent to that of a monastic, drawing parallels that focus especially on the self-abandonment necessary in love. Spiritual writers and mystics such as St. John of the Cross provide wisdom, Rolheiser asserts, that is valuable to parents as well as cloistered religious. This little book invites parents to contemplate and appreciate their particular vocation in a new and deeper way. It will also whet the reader's appetite for digging into the works of mystical writers. Domestic Monastery is only 89 pages long, but it took me longer to read than I'd expected. That's because I kept stopping to meditate on a phrase or sentence more deeply. This is a book that a reader can keep coming back to: once you've read it all the way through, keep it handy so you can revisit the pages with quotes. They are excellent journal prompts or prayer starters. Br. Mickey McGrath, OSFS, created the painting of the Holy Family that graces the cover of this book. It is striking that there are four figures in this painting: Jesus, Mary, Joseph, and the Holy Spirit. What a beautiful representation of the Family that is the example for all families! If you or someone you know are feeling overwhelmed by the demands of your time, energy, and love that being a parent requires, Domestic Monastery will help you put your situation in perspective in a comforting and engaging way." -- Barbara Szyszkiewicz, CatholicMom.com
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College Freshman
Synopsis
Transform Your Everyday Life into a Sacred Space In Domestic Monastery , bestselling author and spiritual guide Fr. Ronald Rolheiser offers a profound yet practical invitation: discover the sacredness of daily life and find peace, purpose, and grace amidst the chaos of modern living. Through ten short, insightful chapters, Fr. Rolheiser explores how the principles of monastic life can transform our homes, relationships, and routines into spaces of reflection, prayer, and spiritual growth. Whether you're a parent overwhelmed by the demands of family life, a professional navigating the busyness of work, or simply longing for a deeper connection to God, Domestic Monastery shows how the contemplative wisdom of monasticism can bring meaning and balance to your everyday world. Let Domestic Monastery show you that a holy and fulfilling life doesn't require a cloister--it begins at home ., Transform Your Everyday Life into a Sacred Space In Domestic Monastery , bestselling author and spiritual guide Fr. Ronald Rolheiser offers a profound yet practical invitation: discover the sacredness of daily life and find peace, purpose, and grace amidst the chaos of modern living. Through ten short, insightful chapters, Fr. Rolheiser explores how the principles of monastic life can transform our homes, relationships, and routines into spaces of reflection, prayer, and spiritual growth. Whether you're a parent overwhelmed by the demands of family life, a professional navigating the busyness of work, or simply longing for a deeper connection to God, Domestic Monastery shows how the contemplative wisdom of monasticism can bring meaning and balance to your everyday world. Let Domestic Monastery show you that a holy and fulfilling life doesn't require a cloister--it begins at home. Inside This Thoughtful Book, You'll Discover: Parallels Between Monastic and Family Life: Learn how parenting and daily duties mirror the self-giving love and discipline of monastic life. The Sacredness of Time and Rituals: Find simple, practical ways to infuse your routines with spiritual reflection and intentionality. The Value of Powerlessness: Embrace life's limitations as opportunities to surrender, grow, and experience God's grace. Inspiration for Every Season of Life: Explore the wisdom of balancing action with contemplation, community with solitude, and love with self-abandonment. Perfect for parents, caregivers, and anyone seeking solace in the midst of life's demands, Domestic Monastery is a gentle, inspiring guide to cultivating a life of prayer and presence right where you are. Whether you're looking to deepen your faith, navigate parenting with more grace, or discover beauty in life's smallest moments, Domestic Monastery will uplift and inspire you. This timeless book makes an ideal gift for busy parents, spiritual seekers, and anyone longing for a sense of sacred calm in today's fast-paced world., What is a monastery? A monastery is a place set apart--a place to learn the blessings of powerlessness, and that time is not ours but God's. Our home and our duties can, just like a monastery, teach us those things. The vocation of monastic men and women is to physically withdraw from the world. But the principle is equally valid for those of us who cannot go off to monasteries. Certain vocations offer the same kind of opportunity for contemplation, and provide a desert for reflection. In ten brief and powerful chapters, Fr. Ron explores how monastery life can apply to those who don't live in a cloister: - Monasticism and Family Life - The Domestic Monastery - Real Friendship - Lessons from the Monastic Cell - Ritual for Sustaining Prayer - Tensions within Spirituality - A Spirituality of Parenting - Spirituality and the Seasons of Our Lives - The Sacredness of Time - Life's Key Question, "A dose of grace for parents" This short easy-to-read book shows the simplicity of leading a contemplative life outside the monastery. What is a monastery? A monastery is a place set apart--a place to learn the blessings of powerlessness, and that time is not ours but God's. Our home and our duties can, just like a monastery, teach us those things. The vocation of monastic men and women is to physically withdraw from the world to provide for contemplation and reflection. But the principle is equally valid for those of us who cannot go off to monasteries -- we too can find spiritual peace and grace at home. In ten brief and powerful chapters, Fr. Ron explores how monastery life can apply to those who don't live in a cloister: Monasticism and Family Life The Domestic Monastery Real Friendship Lessons from the Monastic Cell Ritual for Sustaining Prayer Tensions within Spirituality A Spirituality of Parenting Spirituality and the Seasons of Our Lives The Sacredness of Time Life's Key Question Our home, our duties and routines, our relationships, and the way we use our time, are the monasteries of our lives. It is through these practices that we build our relationship with God, that we find opportunities for contemplation, and deserts for reflection. In this beautiful little book Ronald Rolheiser turns on its head the idea that religious life is the preserve of monks and nuns. Our cloisters are the walls of our home and our work, the streets we walk, and the people with whom we share our lives. The domestic is the monastic.
LC Classification Number
BX2350.65.R6468 2019
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