Washington National Cathedral

How can we more fully live as spiritual beings in a physical world? Can we more fully embrace our senses to reveal the divine in every moment? What might the centuries-old rhythms of balance and reconciliation sounded by Saint Benedict teach us about the sacred in work and beauty in our daily living?

Set a course for exploration this New Year with renowned author, poet, and Christian mystic Esther de Waal at the first of the Community of Reconciliation’s 2010 Listening, Hearing, and Living series.

This Saturday session provides a rare opportunity to learn from one of the eminent voices of Benedictine life and thought. As poet, mystic, and scholar Esther will guide our time of conversation, prayer, and reflection with insight, wisdom, and gentle beauty.

To more richly experience the fellowship and hospitality along the Benedictine way, plan to stay for an optional brown bag meal from 1:15 to 2:30 pm. Bring a lunch to share or you can pick one up in the Cathedral Store.

In Perry Auditorium.

About the Series

Participants will explore how to more intentionally bring balance and reconciliation into daily living. These lectures and conversations with Benedictine leaders and scholars deepen our understanding of the core practices of prayer, study, recreation, work, and hospitality and help integrate them into our daily living.

Each interactive session offers time for prayer, reflection, and shared community. All are welcome to attend any or all of the sessions, with preference and reduced fees offered for seniors, students, Cathedral Volunteers, and Community of Reconciliation Companions and candidates.