Benedictine Reflections on Belonging

During challenging times, nurturing a sense of belonging can offer a path forward. In these four sessions, we will explore three building blocks of belonging: relationship with self, with the created world, and with other humans. We will explore some Benedictine-inspired tools: Trinitarian self-compassion (self-honesty), healthy humility, and life together as a schola (school for discipleship). Our shared reflections will be a meaningful step in healing the divisiveness in the world today.

Dates: Monday, June 23, through Thursday, June 26

Time: 3–4 p.m. daily

Facilitators: Becky Van Ness, OblSB, and Nancy Weldon

Becky is a spiritual director and retired director of the Graduate Certificate in Spiritual Direction program at Saint John’s School of Theology and Seminary.

Nancy earned a Master of Divinity degree from the Saint John’s School of Theology and serves on the Board of Regents.

Fee: $40

Registration Link: https://sbm.osb.org/event/benedictine-reflections-on-belonging/2025-06-23/