Ahmaud R. Templeton

April 15, 2021

Thursday of the 2nd Week of Eastertide

Greetings, The Lord is risen! The Lord is risen indeed! Easter is upon us, and the time for planting is at hand. We’ve begun the garden at Clarecot, and I hope to continue preparing the soil and sowing more seeds. So far, we’ve sown yellow squash, San Marzano tomatoes, watermelon, bell peppers, and carrots. There is still more work to ...
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March 18, 2021

Eve of the Feast of St. Joseph, Husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary

We shall meet tonight at 6:30. If you have one, please bring your prayerbook. See you this evening! Ahmaud R. Templeton Ubi caritas et amor, Deus ibi est.
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March 12, 2021

Ora et Labora

Ora et Labora, or Pray and Work, is an articulation of the practice derived from the Rule of St. Benedict. Why do I bring it up? Well, as I've contemplated our Thursday evening gatherings, I've considered its implications for the rest of our lives. Gathering to enjoy each other's company is good, but gathering to enjoy one's company wh...
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March 11, 2021

Wednesday of the 3rd Week of Lent

Firstly, we shall meet Thursday, March 11, at 6:30 pm. Please bring a copy of the Divine Worship: Daily Office or Divine Office to pray Evensong. Yesterday, during a text correspondence with a friend, he replied saying a mutual acquaintance was a “good resource.” Several hours after receiving the message, I finally replied with the fol...
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