At each general chapter
on-going education takes
place to help member
communities deepen their
call to monastic life.
Suggestion were made for
the chapter agenda by
delgates in various areas
that would enrich
Benedictine life. Sister Karen
Bland (Chicago), first
counselor for the federation,
led delegates in a process to
determine the areas for
input at the chapter. The
delegates chose to focus on
how our Benedictine
Heritage in the 21st century
shapes our lives and our
witness.
Shaping the Future
with our
Benedictine
Heritage
Sisters Kathy McNany
(Baltimore) and Lynn
Marie McKenzie
(Cullman) [above]
addressed the concept of
"hope" as a key element
for the future. Table
discussion sorted the
various suggestions for
the agenda.