Welcoming and Being Welcomed ...by Sr. Dorothy
In our lives as Benedictines, we are privileged to offer hospitality to many people—retreatants, friends, family, our Oblate members, and others. In most cases this can be hospitality to guests who stay for day or two, perhaps a week or two. We enjoy providing a quiet place for those who wish to rest, reflect and pray. We also benefit from having new faces at our table—those guests who wish to eat and talk with us.
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Appreciation
Last week Sister Dorothy wrote about care of the sick from the point of view of the caregiver. She quoted The Holy Rule of St. Benedict which places the greatest importance on caring for those who are sick. On a Tuesday in June I began to feel unwell. The healthcare team advised me to move to the infirmary. I watched as my sisters got the bed made and the room ready for me.
