The Lay Community
of Saint Benedict
Southern Group
Saturday 24th September
Hybrid meeting live
and on zoom in St Scholastica
To register attendance and for enquiries please
email Liz Brereton lcsbsouth@gmail.com
Click to attend Zoom meeting
The theme of the day is Beyond Words. We will read a Beyond Words book which is a book told in pictures. We will look at a book about a refugee's journey and reflect on it in groups. During the day there will be opportunities to join in with the monastic offices, lectio, walk to the quiet garden, time for reflection and social time. There will be a Promise Ceremony facilitated by Adam as part of the day when we will be welcoming Irene Shepherd and Lesley Trott who will be making their Promise. Saturday Evening Vigil Mass at Worth is at 5pm.
Date: Saturday 24th September
Time: 10:30-4:30
Theme: Beyond Words
Location: Worth Abbey - Compass House
Zoom: St Scholastica
Lunch: Please bring a packed lunch
Transport: Lifts can be arranged from Three Bridges Station or from your local area.
Please contact Liz if you need a lift.
Directions: Please find attached map and directions to Worth and Compass House
Childcare: You are welcome to bring children. Parents are responsible for their own children.
RSVP/Attendance: Please confirm with Liz whether or not you can attend and if you will be coming in person or online
Timetable
10.30 Arrival/coffee - Compass House
11.00 Introduction to the Theme - Emily Westlake followed by reflection in groups
12.15 Break/Quiet Time/Walk
13.00 Midday Office
13.15 Packed Lunch
14.00 Promise Ceremony for Irene and Lesley facilitated by Adam
14.45 Short break
15.00 Lectio and if time discussion of the Rule and commentary from Joan Chittester
16.15 Final Prayer/tea
16.30 Depart
17:00 Vigil Mass in the Abbey for those who wish to attend
