"For me, living Benedictine Values in my daily life means trying to recognize the Presence of Christ in myself and those around me. Preferring nothing whatever to His love and sharing this peaceful joy with others, knowing that I have a spiritual connection with the Sisters and with the Oblates of my community. Together we stand firmly with the Light of Christ burning in our hearts." 


-Barbara Weidenhof

Oblate Co-director

The mission of our Oblate program is to

create opportunities to grow in the Spirit of

Saints Benedict and Scholastica as seekers of the Living God.


We, members of the Benedictine Oblate Community of Saint Benedict Monastery, bear witness to the peace that the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the rule of our Holy Father St. Benedict have brought into our lives.


We embrace in our lives the values expressed in the Holy Rule of St. Benedict, according to our station in life: stability of heart, fidelity to the spirit of the monastic way of life and obedience to the will of God. These open us in love to the social values of hospitality, service to others and responsible stewardship.


2025 Oblate Schedule

Each meeting begins with Morning Praise and Eucharist at 9:00 am

followed by brunch and meeting. Zoom attendance is available.


January 19

What are you seeking:

Planning for 2025 

 

February 16

Presentation on Chapter 31 and

Chapter 20 of the Holy Rule

Kevin Chears: President of National Association of American Benedictine Oblate Directors

March 16

Review Comments from January Meeting Discussion and Closure: Cloister Walk

April 27

Celebration of

the Feast of Creation

 

May 11 - 16

Benedictine Sisters Retreat:

Nurturing a Monastic Heart

All Oblates Welcome 

Contact Sr. Evelyn for more information

May 18

Oblate Renewal & Day of Reflection Theme to be announced

June 15

Day of Renewal:

Discerning Spiritual Gifts

July 20

Theme to be Announced

August 17

Theme to be Announced

September 21

Theme to be Announced

October 19

Theme to be Announced

November 16

Cultivating a Grateful Heart

December 15

Christmas and On-going Incarnation

Celebrating with our new Oblates!

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    We welcome our new Oblates: Tom and Patti Kaczynski, Kathy Suska, Peggy Clements Dawson and Jamie Dillon.

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    Oblation Ceremony October 2024

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    Oblation Ceremony October 2024

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    Oblation Ceremony October 2024

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    Oblation Ceremony October 2024

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    Oblation Ceremony October 2024

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    Oblation Ceremony October 2024

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    Blessing of the new Oblates during Oblation Ceremony October 2024

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Oblate Activities

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    Joyce Stewart enjoys the mandala retreat.

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    JoAnn Marty Davis and Joyce Cummings engage in retreat activities

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    The Oblates prayed compline and shared camaraderie with the Sisters on Tuesday, August 27.

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You are invited!

The Benedictine Sisters of Pittsburgh and all of the Oblates invite you to explore the possibility of becoming an Oblate of St. Benedict. If you desire a deeper spiritual life, if you would like a group of like-minded people to support you on your journey, if you want the wisdom of the Rule of Benedict as your guide, look no further. Our Oblates, lay women and men, are here to welcome and accompany you.


For more information contact the Oblate Co-directors

Sister Evelyn Dettling, OSB: edettling.1936@gmail.com

Barbara Weidenhof, Oblate: treeleaf3@msn.com

You are invited!

The Benedictine Sisters of Pittsburgh and all of the Oblates invite you to explore the possibility of becoming an Oblate of St. Benedict. If you desire a deeper spiritual life, if you would like a group of like-minded people to support you on your journey, if you want the wisdom of the Rule of Benedict as your guide, look no further. Our Oblates, lay women and men, are here to welcome and accompany you.


For more information contact the Oblate Co-directors

Sister Evelyn Dettling, OSB: edettling.1936@gmail.com

Barbara Weidenhof, Oblate: treeleaf3@msn.com


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