Sunday, February 16, 2020

My Time For Retreat



Saint Meinrad Archabbey is a Roman Catholic monastery in Spencer County, Indiana, USA, was founded by monks from Einsiedeln Abbey in Switzerland on March 21, 1854, and is home to approximately 85 monks. The abbey is named for St. Meinrad, a monk who died in 861. It is one of only two archabbeys in the United States and one of 11 in the world.  (Wikipedia)



St. Meinrad is a wonderful place for quiet reflection.  So, next weekend I'll be on retreat.  I will not be contributing to my blog until the following week.  Wishing you all a week in which you take some time for reflection.  It can't hurt.  Take time to rest in quiet peace this week.

~~~^j^~~~
Thanks be to God!

Cathy


Please join me for Mosaic Monday, image-in-ing, and Our World Tuesday.

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15 comments:

  1. EricaStaFebruary 16, 2020 2:29 PM

    I enjoyed your post, interesting to read about the monks from Swiss . What a great building. Thank you for sharing.
    Happy MosaicMonday

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  2. TomFebruary 16, 2020 2:49 PM

    ...have a wonderful time of peace and reflection.

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  3. DawnFebruary 16, 2020 3:14 PM

    How fascinating. I had no idea that there was one much less two in the US. Enjoy your retreat and may you have a peaceful week.
    Dawn aka Spatulas On Parade

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  4. Carol @Comfort Spring StationFebruary 16, 2020 6:48 PM

    I pray you have a reflective peaceful week

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  5. riitta kFebruary 17, 2020 1:46 AM

    A beautiful & calming monastery!

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  6. eileeninmdFebruary 17, 2020 4:34 AM

    Hello, the retreat week does sound peaceful. The buildings are beautiful. Enjoy your day, wishing you a happy new week ahead!

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  7. Sallie (FullTime-Life)February 17, 2020 9:22 AM

    Beautiful abbey ... I had no idea there was anything like that in the US.

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  8. Lee@A Guide to Northeastern GardeningFebruary 17, 2020 11:43 AM

    Thank you for sharing. It is always interesting to learn the historical background behind these older churches. Enjoy your retreat.

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  9. Gillena CoxFebruary 17, 2020 1:30 PM

    Have a blessed retreat. Happy mosaic Monday

    Much💗love

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  10. ~Lavender Dreamer~February 17, 2020 6:51 PM

    How beautiful. I walked in the woods and enjoyed some quiet time today. It really does help to slow down in this busy world...and busy life! Love seeing your photos...it's always a treat to see something I've never seen before!

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  11. Powell River BooksFebruary 17, 2020 7:04 PM

    Beautiful architecture. - Margy

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  12. AngieFebruary 17, 2020 11:50 PM

    Cathy - I had no idea Indiana had such a lovely monastery, and that it is still occupied by 85 monks. Fabulous! Thanks for linking to Mosaic Monday, and enjoy your blogging break!

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  13. Soma @ inkTorrents.comFebruary 20, 2020 4:55 PM

    I love the quiet setting of abbeys too. I had no idea there is such a wonderful monastery in Indiana. Thank for sharing. Have a beautiful time there.

    -Soma

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  14. betty-NZFebruary 20, 2020 9:38 PM

    Wow! I grew up in Lake County, IN but never heard of this awesome place! Thanks for sharing it with us :)


    Feel free to share at My Corner of the World

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  15. Cristina - Memories of the PacificFebruary 23, 2020 2:51 PM

    The abbey is stunning. I love the architecture!

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Your insightful comments are appreciated and I want all to feel comfortable and welcome.

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