One should learn from mistakes. And preferably not just from one's own mistakes, but also from the mistakes of others.

Are you feeling a call to explore monastic life, or simply curious about what it’s like to live in a community dedicated to prayer?

It’s all too easy to become self-righteous and think you're better than others. Time and again, I have to question myself

For women seeking a deeper experience, the Volunteer Monastic Year provides an opportunity to step away from the hustle of daily life

There are also plenty of other opportunities for mishaps. For example, the sleeves are double-layered up to the elbows. They are attached...

Am I already a good sister? Not yet. But maybe I'm on the right path. Still far from being used to being a sister at all, but happy for now.

First day of my noviciate in a cistercian convent. Everything is different, but I'm still the same.

What if you could combine your travels with something deeper and more meaningful?

She was the abbess of Seligenthal, when secularization hit and the gouvernment forbid the sisters to accept new members. But God is patient.

In the intimacy of the chapter room the convent gathers for the washing of the feet. Chants are sung, the texts of which you can read here.

Come to Germany and experience monastic life at Seligenthal Abbey. Join the nuns in their liturgical prayers and improve your german skills.