Chapter 61 pt.2
The Rule of Benedict August 16
The spirit of hospitality in this chapter is not separated from the spirit of discernment. The welcome is of the visiting monastic as she is, and the ear of the community is tuned to hear what God has to say through the presence of the visitor. Benedict makes it clear, however, that the community is likewise responsible to perceive clearly whether that presence is helpful or harmful and to act accordingly.
Let us seek to embody these spirits of hospitality and discernment as we consider together what God has in store for our order.
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