The Archabbey of Pannonhalma is considered one of the first cradles of Hungarian Christianity. The cultural and historical center, memorial site, and the Benedictine community in which they live. Most monastic activity is of a relatively stable circle. In the words of OSB master Imre Gérecz, Pannonhalma belongs to everyone, not just those who have a direct relationship to the Benedictines, they live and work together – which is why the monks want to “open the gate wide”.
Inspired by the intentions and intentions of the brothers, Bannonhalma is not only an attractive destination, close to nature, refreshing both physically and spiritually, but also an opportunity to immerse yourself in spirituality and get closer to God.
One form of spiritual nourishment is spiritual practice, which the Archipelago organizes in all seasons. Most – four in total – are in the summer.
This year it will be held from 19 to 22 July spiritual exerciseAfter that, Azaz A Spiritual fitness exercisesfive. It is recommended for people between the ages of 20 and 45 who play an important role in their lives. Imre Gérecz OSB believes that for those interested, “it can also be detoxifying, filling, cleansing.”
From July 26 to 29, silence will be the main role, allowing participants to participate in a deep journey of self-knowledge. “Being silent and accustoming us to silence can bring to light many things that are in our souls, in our lives, that are obscured only by the noise of everyday life,” he says. Of course silenceabout mr.
August 9-11 a Liturgical Study Days “Memento Domine”Archabbey of Pannonhalma awaits those interested. A large part of the course is filled with lectures and workshops. This year’s cultural spiritual theme for spiritual exercise – memory – The liturgy, the Eucharist.
“We look at how remembrance emerges through the Bible, our history, our past with us, the Mass, our songs, our built structures. How we experience it and how it enriches our prayers,” Emre Geriks says in connection with the series.
The last spiritual exercise of the summer will be held from August 23-25, entitled “Because the place where you stand is sacred ground” – on the way to the sanctification of our living quarters. The three-day program reflects on the spaces we live in, how they affect us, and how we can “nest” and sanctify our lives.
Although these summer invitations are consciously different in terms of “kind,” they are identical in three things. Participants will be allowed to stay on the walls for a few days, during which they can feel at home. All four programs are organized by Benedictine monks, with whom applicants can meet and speak in person, inviting everyone during the courses to participate in the most life-giving experience for them: common prayer, the liturgy at St. Martin’s Church.
For more information on each spiritual exercise, see It can be found on the Archabbey of Pannonhalma website, where it can also track whether there are still vacancies for each course.
Source and image: Archabbey from Bannonhalma
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