By Sister Catherine Cleary, OSB
The liturgy for Palm Sunday has always shaken me. Continue Reading
Palm Sunday
Holy Week in a Benedictine Monastery
Sister Andrea Giltner, OSB braids palms.
By Sister Mary Core, OSB
Holy Week is upon us, and, as many people do, we make plans to be with family. 
For us, that means our Benedictine Sisters.
We begin with Palm Sunday, with the blessing of the palms and a procession around the chapel.
The palms, waved at Jesus upon his arrival into Jerusalem, also signal victory … a hard-won victory. Continue Reading
Palm Sunday: Serious about Following Jesus?
By Sister Catherine Cleary, OSB
We began this series of gospel reflections noting that Jesus’ particular geographical place helps illustrate his message. The desert, for instance, means barrenness, while the mountaintop means nearness to God.
Today’s Gospel readings move from the entrance to Jerusalem, where children (filled with new life and joy) run to meet Jesus with their palm branches, to the Skull (the place where Jesus – and other criminals – meet their death). Continue Reading
Walking With Jesus through Holy Week
By Sister Catherine Cleary, OSB
Holy Week begins with the jubilant procession honoring Jesus as he rides into Jerusalem on a donkey. People honor him, waving palms and singing:
Hosanna to the Son of David; blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord; Hosanna in the highest. Continue Reading
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