This little abbey at the opposite end of the county where I live is my favorite place to recharge. It’s a quiet monastery that follows the Rule of St. Benedict. Their motto, Ora et Labora, pray and work, can be seen everywhere, if not in words, then certainly in action. It’s quiet there, but busy.
I go there often for inspiration, especially when I find myself in a creative funk. I walk around the grounds. Pray. Walk some more. Sit. Think. Take pictures. Think some more. Pray again.
Every time I leave, I’m recharged. I think the peace I feel opens up my heart and mind and I am able to work past the blocks. Its the prayer, and the work. The inspiration for me to pray. And work.
Are there lights that make it so blue inside? Or did you take it in the cool of the morning light? It’s definitely a calming atmosphere.
The stained glass has deep blues!
Wow – that’s some blue glass!
It’s my favorite. ?
What a beautiful picture of an amazing place! What a wonderful gift to have a place like that so near!
Yes, I go there often for its peace and beauty
What a stunning image, Maria!
Thank you so much! No filters. Just amazing stained glass and God’s light 🙂
Oh, how beautiful. Love the stained glass and the calm, blue light. The place I go is Grace Cathedral, at the top of Nob Hill, in San Francisco. It’s not as stunning, but is so big and quiet and peaceful. It always calms my mind.
Oh. I’d love to see it.
So lovely! And places of inspiration are vital to the soul!
thanks — yes they are 🙂