I'm a bit too old to join a monastery, however I live a monastic life in a small home, following the Rule of Benedict and don't miss a lick of worldly life...God has filled my days with his love and work... Thanks for your video.
Sounds like a pipe dream come true....but who pays your bills (rent, food, utilities etc)? and...St.Benedict would not approve of TV/You tube....ya think??
Terry- go for it! God does call upon His servants to serve him and the world. I am in formation for the Anglican deacon's office and later priesthood. Heed the call!
I am agnostic but I do have enormous respect for anyone who sacrifices earthly desires to pursue a higher calling and a spiritual life, regardless of faith. Even if you dont ascribe to the particular faith, their lifestyle and devotion can serve as inspiration for anyone of any walk of life.
I am nobody and I respect your comments. I can only say that If you had faith in the suffering, death and resurrection of Christ for you, you would never think about agnosticism again
I am nobody and I respect your comments. I can only say that If you had faith in the suffering, death and resurrection of Christ for you, you would never think about agnosticism again
Brother's closing words, were what Medieval Europe always was: if you were traveling in Europe in the middle ages, all monasteries offered free lodging and free meals to wanderers. Additionally, Hospitals and Universities are a gift from the Catholic Church to the World. Regina Pace, Ora Pro Nobis.
Exactly. There is a Jesuit college in my town and it has one of the highest tuitions in the state meanwhile it maintains complete tax exemption. Religious institutions should not be able to educate anything except religion.
@@indrakalki3966 why? How do you expect them to survive when people no longer bother to give contributions to the Church? Catholic schools and universities have the best education and they provided the first universities. You guys are leaching off Catholic innovations so why should they abandon it?
Indra Kalki If they pay taxes, they’ll have a legitimate reason to influence politics in a more open way. Don’t want religion dictating your life? Don’t dictate theirs.
Monks should not be allowed to play videogames. If it was the abbot of that monastery who said that it's allowed, he should immediately retract that statement.
So well...discerned. Its not about "happiness", its about addressing God's persistent calling to us, the calling which will not go away until answered.
Yes, of course it seemed so. Just that "happiness" wasn't the goal, or motivation, but a result. Although maybe a better observation is that he had found peace.
+bearpapie69, you are obviously a very bitter and lost individual. Hopefully one day you'll be open to Grace so to see your wreckage and allow God to make you anew.
I am sorry for the response you received. We have taken it down. We do not accept harassment, hate speech or foul language on this channel and I am sorry that happened to you for no reason other than your comment on a channel about peace and God's love. Let's pray for that poor soul.
Thanks for taking such an unnecessarily vicious post down. The level of bitterness that the poster displayed showed someone in great torment. Saddening how unhappy they must be. They need to know that Grace is always there, ready to heal, to free us from the pain we cling to.
I am a 51 year old who attends a Franciscan church 6 days a week in CT and cares for my 84 y.o. Dad. I am trying to live the monastic life as a layman based on the ideals of St. Francis. God bless.
Years ago, there was a book called "What Cops Know," which was about things only cops know, but they never talk about. I would love to see a video about what only monks know. Maybe about the best prayers, or times to pray, or things that happen after years of contemplation.
I've had the most messed up life, been an alter boy got abused, I'm watching this because I prayed and for some reason god led me to this...I need this in my life...not the woodwork...the friars
I am a good woodworking person tho....I've tried to join the Shriners...they always say I need to be a Master Mason first....I've tried to be a priest but my mom got me a job at Ford Dearborn assembly plant...I'm always leaded by God to become a helper...I'll never win the lotto but if I became one of you folks I'll have resources with no money involved to help people
I'm so sorry to hear of the pain you have experienced. I have a sibling that was abused at a Protestant camp. Keep praying and seeking God. He will lead you. I love the devotion to the Divine Mercy. You may find healing in praying the Chaplet. Steer clear of Free Masonry though. The deeper into masonry one goes the more he will find it is opposed to Christianity and influenced by the demonic.
I’m on retreat at Subiaco Abbey as I type this, and I’ve been praying for the Philippines and its people every day. I am Catholic because of the prayers of a dear Filipino friend who passed away the very week I began RCIA, and St. Pedro Calungsod is my patron. I will always pray for the Philippines!
I've been interested in monastic life for a while now I checked out a couple other places but this looks like a perfect monastery. I would love to live there as a monk.
@@thecatholiccannon5315 ----yeah...that's what got me into trouble.....booze is readily available to monks during recreation/holiday/special occasion times....
It ain't easy to get accepted these days....you need to be pretty squeaky clean...if you get the gist....But "Subi" is a great place (been there, done that)....
@@thecatholiccannon5315 Who knows what’s going on with Covid-19. I can guarantee that prior to joining any monastery you will have to complete a residency to make sure that there is a true calling and you are a great fit.
@Frederick Hunt - They are, ay! I did some long-distance running in years past and this beautiful place in the countryside would be *awesome* for running!
Sometimes I ask God, "Can I die now?" And God says, "NO! Take that cross, carry it and suffer! And stop asking for more consolations!" I say, "Ok!" 😢 It's tough. It's a war and we're all soldiers. People forget that.
God can say it gently, not like that. Sometimes I doubt God. Because of the things that he revealed to us, and of the testimonies about God speaking to his peaople.
KR Diaz A saying of St. Theresa of Ávila, a mystic and doctor of the church, would always pray "God, let me suffer or let me die." For a christian, our duty is to be like Christ - living for God and others, suffering for them and loving them until we fall asleep in loving hope of the resurrection.
He should be using safety goggles. Went to a monastery many years ago. Beautiful places. Felt privileged to visit a community that lives in such peace and harmony.
@Jan Mardi Strange? I'm Catholic and never abused a child. Oh....I see what you did, you judged an ENTIRE group of people (1.8 BILLION!) for the actions of the few. How progressive of you. Peace be with you.
Thoroughly enjoyed viewing! The young Brother made some valid points, why of course one might suggest! Further British monks, I've yet to see sitting off in shorts!!! I've visited a Franciscan priory here in North Wales; A retreat. Further I've made many a visit to a Monastery in Leicester UK Cistercian Monastery. Again in retreat. God is Great! Happy Christmas
November 8, 2023 Abbot Elijah has announced that Brother Raban Heyer will be ordained to Priesthood in the Presbyteral Order on Friday, November 22, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of St. Benedict at Subiaco Abbey. A reception will follow in Fuhrmann Hall. The ordaining bishop will be our own Bishop Anthony Taylor of the Diocese of Little Rock.
That is actually the real world. What 99% of people are talking about when they say "real world" is basically the artificial construct of modern man, which will inevitably end really bad, forcing people back to the real world.
I lived the monastic life at Subiaco for a few years many years ago. Met the greatest people, shared a spiritual life, enjoyed the various work...and especially the prayer life....But alas, my alcoholism (at that time) got the best of me...and I resigned...Nevertheless...the fond memories will never fade....
@@yourkingdomcomeyourwillbedone ----Never did AA...Been alcohol/tobacco free spontaneously when I became born again in 2003....Since that time I am Christian...but no longer Roman Catholic....
Cool video! I went to a Catholic high school and although we only had one practicing Brother, I was always fascinated by monks and wanted to know what life in a monastery was like. This was informative. I'm Jewish, but I totally feel I understand where Br. Raban is coming from. And I dare say -- the richness of his life looks enviable!
Just out of curiosity, did you happen to visit a certain Cowie Wine Cellars while there? That's my grandfather's winery, and right next to it is a beautiful family chapel. He's a retired deacon, and Knight Commander in the Equestrian Order. If not, consider dropping in for a quick moment, if only for the chapel. That, and the bells - he's got a huge collection of really grand old church bells.
5 yr update I commented 5 yrs ago (you can scroll and find my handle) was surprised when my comment was up on my feed as being commented on 5 yrs later. I guess God’s work is continuing. I’m still alone, trying my best to live monasticly. God’s interference is daily, taking me out of my beloved prayer life and immersing me into His Work and Will. Not always comfortable but noticeably needed, in two ways. The good of others and personal growth for myself. I have a saying “oh boy another growth opportunity”. Nonetheless, I’m still here, trying daily to catch a glimpse or hear the word of Jesus. When it comes it’s least expected, but truly precious. Worthy of all my efforts. Listen today with the ear of your heart, for Jesus only can be heard when we are silent. Pax vobis.
We love our Monks at Belmont Abbey. They are so different and each of them offers the community their gifts. We are happy that the oblates are gonna start meeting again.
@@thecatholiccannon5315 Hi, would you consider your monastery and your monastic order to be more liberal or free in terms of the rules e.g. watching TV, using the internet, eating certain foods etc? I watch a few of Fr Casey Cole's videos on RU-vid and he is a Franciscan Friar, which seems to be more relaxed in nature than the Benedictines, is that right? Thank you.
Benedictine monks live in large comfortable country houses in beautiful grounds. They have a roof over their head, enough to eat and know they always will have. Meanwhile not far away people are living in tents. I'm not knocking the Benedictines, I go on regular retreats (to Buckfast Abbey) but let's be real about it.
I understand. There is nothing really stopping you but you. I started college in a Catholic Seminary but ended up in medical school. The calling to serve never really left me. I was ordained a Catholic Priest on August 29, 2017 at the ripe old age of 60. The trick? Just keep listening, praying and follow your heart. I am not a monk, I serve in Reno. Monastic life is incredibly demanding.
Enclosed monks, hermits and Nuns are vital part of the Church and the world, they pray and intercede for us before the throne of God. God bless and protect you all.🙏
Just watched a video about a young postulant in a New Zealand Transalpinist order. He was a child prodigy violinist: yet when his final vows occur they'll take his violin away. He's a wonderful musician. It's hard to imagine Jesus rejoices in that. Great talent only to see it thrown away. Brother Benjamin Li is gladly submitting: it's his decision.. Holy is in all kinds of places, people and acts. Peace be to those who find those paths and shine that Light.
This is God calling to tell you, Raymond, that you've far & away reaching eyes & to bloody well wear safety glasses when at work in the machine shop. Even I haven't quite figured out how gravity works...
There are only a handful of the original monks I used to know when the community had about 80+ souls, including Br. Jude...Many of the 40 or so there now are from other communities that have closed their doors for lack of new members to keep things going....they have transferred their "Stability" to Subiaco.....Fortunately Subiaco will continue rather well because of it's famous and highly qualified boys school....but more and more jobs/duties (teachers-male/female) are now civilian paid positions due to lack of number and qualified monks....
Having never lived in a monastery I am sat marginalised within the confines of a local community on the western edge of a city. I pray every day and have become of use as more of a link to what is good for they that don’t seem to realise they don’t try hard enough to be of good. I am of course a sinner and reminded of this very thoroughly by the surroundings I am kept in. It helps to maintain our need for forgiveness in the light of Christ’s teachings, but tends to redirect our objective destination at the cheapened price of vanity and greediness. Such repetitiveness in city society certainly musters a hope for change, if it didn’t I suppose I wouldn’t be praying so much. Thank you for your prayers for they who have not yet seen their importance. Kind regards LM
@@mortalclown3812 ----Subiaco brethren are becoming aged at a fast rate with few replacements (gone are the flourishing days of the abbey). When I was there, it was a grand time with a wonderful mix of 82 monks. Today, it is a dying community made up of many monks who had to transfer from shut down abbeys. Get the picture? Br. Raban is a dead ringer (perhaps after the present and young abbot serves his term) maybe sooner than you think.
Nice to see young man monk. Brothers and sisters God give us present to live and same moment that means also present like gift. So pray rosary every day and know one the most important: SALVATION OF YOUR SOUL.
Thanks for your nice video, as raised protestant I hardly could believe in God but still wanted to become monk and ended up ordained by His Holiness the Dalai Lama as Buddhist monk, but the Benedictine Brothers feel soo much as real brothers going through many same processes as I/we do. I always love to visit my Benedictine brothers in En Calcat in the South of France, and they have visited us occasionally. I am sure you will also get enlightened quickly with such an ethical and considerate life style, and as you said at the end of the video that you regard your property and inspiring buildings being there for visitors and future generations.
Someone who believes in God said ''God gave us brains in order to use them''. I like that teachers like His Holiness the Dalai Lama say that we should study in order to find the truth and the nature of our mind, it is seen as excellent to ask yourself and come up with questions.
indeed we come to faith by learning about God - "faith cometh through hearing, and hearing the Word of God". however, the difference is that we are justified and redeemed not by our own knowledge/understanding, but by faith in Christ - the only one capable of sanctifying us, and saving us from death.
I appreciate your comments, but we need not open a debate when our brother Nalanda wrote such beautiful comments about Br. Raban. One sentence quotes are not a good way to start a dialogue with someone. We can all learn from one another and grow in our spiritual lives and we can share our faith with one another whether Catholic or not. Our own St. John Paul the Great was friends with the Dalai Lama, so I suggest you strike up a friendship on some other platform and get to know one another if you wish to continue your discussion.
I stood eight dusk untill dawn vigils Under the guidance of a priest, Silent contemplative , once a month. The spirituality of the monastic culture , the patriarchy of all monks Saint and Anthony of the desert his Story so fascinated me I would have ran off to the theban desert , if it was Possible , but I was two thousand years late. However the same principal are still there , a monks life is work and prayer, lived by a rule of life. Study is also a part of this way of life, but the idea it to leave the world I have always been drawn to the. Brothers of silence , Contemplative prayer , this vigils Were silent held by ancient standards. At dusk enter the chapel , light the candles ( only three , two at the Communion rail , one by the door ) Say vespers , prayer the full Rosary Then the rest of the night is spent in silent prayer , come morning when the stained glass windows start lighting up you say matins , blow out the candles.
Great video! I wanted to be a monk at one point... but I now recognize that's not what God wants me to do. My calling has been sounded by the New Message from God. After searching for a few years, in various religious and spiritual traditions, I found the New Message - it speaks to my soul like nothing else and I feel like I can truly say with conviction that I am a Student of the New Message, that this teaching is part of my journey in life. The New Message calls me to find my deeper connection to God and to take this Presence into the world, that God can work through me and I can contribute the gifts that are in my heart to give.
I was a novice for a year and a half at Subiaco a number of years ago....I really loved the life and great monks (now mostly gone)...but I too was not meant to persevere in that endeavor..and now...I am not even Catholic, but became Born Again 16 years ago...and my life changed dramatically for the best....Praise God for His Holy Spirit.......
@@vinceonyoutube ----Altho I loved the RCC dearly in my youth....I have done much study/research....and found the RRC to be false religion and have become free of it's deep roots since I became Born Again in 2003.....no regrets...
@@jrzzrj The Catholic Church was established by Jesus Christ when he said to Simon, you are Peter the rock on which I will build my church. And then gave him the keys to the kingdom. They are symbols of authority. When did your born-again denomination start and who started it? You will find that it is only one of many thousands that started the same way and they all started from the same protestant movement beginning with Luther when he no longer wanted to be part of the fold. The Catholic Church is the one true and apostolic Church. It has the fullness of the faith. There is not one thing that it teaches that is not biblical, since it put the bible together in the first place. Perhaps you were poorly catechised. With the thousands of denominations in the world, all "born-again", which only means baptism anyway, how can you be sure your's is correct teaching as opposed to the others that all teach something different? Is it just personal preference that your denomination fits in nicely with your own personal beliefs. People like that generally church-hop because they keep uncovering beliefs that they personally disagree with then move onto another for a time and then continue to do so until they no longer believe at all. I have also done much study and research and concluded that the Catholic Church is the one true Church.
Most of us want to be happy at the cost of forsaking God. Monks are happy when they are nearest to their God. The happiness of heaven is seen in the tranquil soul and not in the loud laughter and desirous spirit of the world. If one is for God one must forsake the world's ways. For the world's ways will eventually bring sorrow to the soul. For world loves itself at the cost of loving God.
