At Redwoods, Thanksgiving is a liturgical event held in the context of the Eucharist.  The Eucharist (known also as the Mass) comes from the Greek word eucharistein,which means to give thanks.  It commemorates the self-gift of Christ for the salvation of the world and is the “source and summit” of our communal life together.  The sisters, who arrived from […]

Search
Latest Blog

Surrendering in Freedom

We heard at First Vespers from Fr. Kilian McDonnell that “Jesus is the icon of our salvation” (Theological Studies, June 1995, p.223)).  He adds “what was fully realized in Christ

Read More

Monastery Lentils

Monastery Lentils A popular Guest House recipe that is vegan, easy to make and packed with flavor.  Recipe calls for dry herbs – but use fresh for extra flavor. Serve

Read More
News

Waiting for the Newborn Christ

This season of longing and waiting is coming to an end with the revelation of Christ in our midst.  Christ comes in all humanity so that we are not frightened

Read More
Sign Up For Our Email List
Subscribe to Our Newsletter