Monastic Brothers of Bethlehem (in France)
"In repentance and rest is your salvation, in silence and trust is your strength." Isaiah 30:15/Monastic Brothers of Bethlehem and the Assumption of the Virgin Mary-took birth in 1950, following the promulgation of the dogma of the Assumption of the Virgin. The Sisters were founded on France, soon after, and the Brothers in France in 1976.They are 2 geographically distinct Lavras of Hermits,one Congregation men, the other of women, though with similar charism lifestyle and foundation.<br />
They then go to the oratory for Matins, followed by Lauds and the Eucharist. They are the only two times liturgical celebration lived together daily; the little hours of the divine office are celebrated in their cells.<br />
Monday is a Desert day, of complete solitude, except for a simple Celebration of the Holy Eucharist in Common.<br />
There offices are greatly inspired by Byzantine-Slav/Middle Eastern traditions as well as the simplicity of Latin Carthusian Chant.Sundays and great Feasts are fraternal, marked by a meal in Common ,and a fraternal walk, and recreation.<br />
The worldwide Communities counts 500 Members.(Primari
They then go to the oratory for Matins, followed by Lauds and the Eucharist. They are the only two times liturgical celebration lived together daily; the little hours of the divine office are celebrated in their cells.<br />
Monday is a Desert day, of complete solitude, except for a simple Celebration of the Holy Eucharist in Common.<br />
There offices are greatly inspired by Byzantine-Slav/Middle Eastern traditions as well as the simplicity of Latin Carthusian Chant.Sundays and great Feasts are fraternal, marked by a meal in Common ,and a fraternal walk, and recreation.<br />
The worldwide Communities counts 500 Members.(Primari
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