| Jesus the Carpenter
Jesus was born into a working family. For
long years He worked with His hands, and this work of the Son of God
had a Redemptive value. ; ...By our work we are united in our own way
with those who labour and we show them the esteem which is their due.
...We work for our living and are able to
share with those in need. ...Work also provides an indespensible balance
in our life of contemplation. ...We perform the work assigned to us as a service of charity for the Community. We bring to it all our ability. ...Each Nun conscientiously carries out the domestic tasks for which she is responsible and in doing this contributes to the happiness and peace of Community life. |
| ...The work we do in the
Monastery is compatible with the rhythm of our contemplative life and
fits into the daily routine. ...We consider work to be an important element
in our spiritual and contemplative life. We do not seek profit
but we desire to witness before God and mankind the outstanding dignity
of human work. ...Work is carried out according to modern techniques and necessary training is provided. The development of the special talents and skills of the Sisters is considered an important element in initial and ongoing Formation. |