Ways to Contemplation

Paths to Contemplation – Benedict of Nursia Habitare secum (lat. to dwell with/in oneself)

How do I dwell within myself amidst the busy everyday happenings, how do I find myself and not get lost in the multitude of daily life? Pope Gregory the Great attributes the ideal of "habitare secum" to the monastic father Benedict of Nursia († 547). He is said to have achieved this for himself. St. Benedict can be of service to us with his wealth of experience as we practice “habitare secum” during three evenings at the German Order Cathedral, guided by his insights in a time of silence. Pastor Rossnagel will introduce us to various sections of the Rule of Benedict during this time of silence. The contemplative time will be accompanied by Michael Saum at the organ.

3 Dates: Mon. October 13 to Wed. October 15

Roland Rossnagel, retreat and spiritual guide, dean and pastor at the German Order Cathedral in Heilbronn
Church music director Michael Saum, cantor at the German Order Cathedral

Course No.: 25231