Well, I am home and what an experience! It just so happened that at the spring conference of the Brotherhood, other Orders were meeting at Mt. Alvernia. I was able to meet various groups from around the Church and nation. Simply wonderful. The Franciscan Brothers that run Mt. Alvernia were amazingly kind and welcoming. Wow, did we get good food. Such a blessing to be at that place.
First of all, meeting some of these guys that I have 'talked' to via email and phone for some years was an immensely moving experience in and of itself. The interviews took all day Saturday, and were pretty comprehensive. The thing that impressed me most was how much these men care for each other, that alone is a powerful witness. I felt the love, and concern, and was very moved by it.
So, here is the news. I have been asked to return in July and enter the Postulancy and begin what I very well may be a journey that consists of the balance of my natural life (a phrase from the life profession article in the current newsletter). Yea!!
I am so happy and looking forward to how this will help me serve God and others in Christ's name.
Congratulations. What an exciting time in your life. I will continue to keep up with your experiences via your blog.
Peace and Blessings,
Bob
Posted by: Bob Dudley | April 20, 2008 at 09:28 AM
Yes, Huw. It is the Br. of St. Gregory
Posted by: Monk-in-Training | April 19, 2008 at 10:37 AM
Wonderful news! Many Years! This is the BSG, yes?
Posted by: Huw | April 18, 2008 at 10:35 PM
Good-on-ya, MIT!
Posted by: Teresa | April 18, 2008 at 08:58 AM
I'm very happy for you Terry (and maybe a tad jealous!)
Pax.
Posted by: Bryan | April 16, 2008 at 08:14 PM
What happy news! God has asked you "What do you want?" and God has heard your answer. May the months ahead deepen your gratitude for your own heart.
Posted by: Donald | April 16, 2008 at 06:37 PM
How I remember the day I was accepted. God Bless You Brother!
Posted by: Fr. Peter M Preble | April 16, 2008 at 07:03 AM
Hi Terry!
So great to start to read your blog. I was thinking about starting a blog myself- perhaps reading yours has given me inspiration! It was wonderful to meet you this past weekend. I look forward to journeying together through the BSG formation process.
Posted by: Beau Surratt | April 16, 2008 at 06:40 AM
Glad to hear that all went well for you...giving yourself over to the service of others is a huge step. I know the process for you is much more elaborate than when I went up before my ordination councel but it was very nerve-pulsing nonetheless
Posted by: Bill Blackrick | April 15, 2008 at 09:53 PM
Congrats on beginning this next stage of your journey!
--from another Episcopalian, who reads yr site regularly (but silently, heretofore!) :-)
Posted by: Lisa T. | April 15, 2008 at 05:32 PM
How wonderful! I'm very happy for you.
And I guess you're really a Monk-in-Training now! Many blessings on your way....
Posted by: bls | April 15, 2008 at 04:18 PM
God bless you as you enter this new chapter of your life!
Posted by: Rick Boyne | April 15, 2008 at 03:10 PM