Bryan Sherwood

Thoughts and a bit of photography from a Third Order Benedictine.

Posts tagged Trappist

Jul 15

Apr 2

A couple of photos from today’s visit to the Abbey.  This field is my favorite place to go pray.


Dec 11

I’ve been needing to get away from all the noise and busyness of the holiday season.  Today was the day for a trip to the Abbey of Gethsemani.  It was great.  Heather and I spent a chunk of the afternoon there, taking in the silence, browsed the bookstore and then stayed for Vespers.   

I thought it might be nice to share a bit of Vespers with you.  By clicking on the play button, you’ll hear the responsorial psalm from tonight’s divine office as well as the Magnificat.  Enjoy.


Fr. Matthew Kelly remembers Merton.  Enjoy!


Dec 10
Thomas Merton died on December 10, 1968.  Today, we remember him.  Rest in peace, my friend.

Thomas Merton died on December 10, 1968.  Today, we remember him.  Rest in peace, my friend.