South Florida Lay Cistercians

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South Florida Lay Cistercians

Laity in South Florida living the gospel... A way of humility and conversion born in the spiritual tradition of the Cistercians.

Founded in 1998, the South Florida Lay Cistercians are affiliated with Our Lady of the Holy Spirit Monastery in Conyer’s GA. We meet once a month at Saint Jude Catholic Church in Boca Raton. Sister Lillian Shank, OCSO is our monastic liason; she has been a Cistercian nun for over 50 years and lives in Florida as a hermit with permission from her abbey, Our Lady of the Mississippi, near Dubuque, Io

wa. Our regular meeting day is the second Saturday of each month and it begins with mass in the parish church followed by lauds, a conference taught by Sister Lillian, lectio divina, and sext. Our lunch break gives us an oppotunity to catch up with personal news about members and information about group functions. After lunch we break into smaller groups making use of an educational program meant to incorporate Cistercian values and prayer into our daily lives using the Cistercian monastic writings and examples as an aid. We make an annual group retreat at Holy Spirit Monastery as part of our formation program.

09/04/2026

A gentle reminder to carry love into every moment of our day.

Share this verse with someone who needs encouragement today.

08/28/2026

May we choose peace in our words, actions, and relationships, bringing light and kindness wherever we go.

08/17/2026

This verse reminds us that God desires our whole heart, soul, and mind, not just a portion.

Take a moment today to reflect, pray, and draw closer to Him.

08/14/2026

Trust in Him, always.

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding." — Proverbs 3:5

At Lay Cistercians of South Florida, we walk this journey of faith together, growing closer to God through prayer, silence, and community.

Join us as we deepen our relationship with Him.

08/04/2026

Do not be anxious about anything. Through prayer, thanksgiving, and trust, God's peace guards our hearts and minds beyond all understanding. Wherever you are today, may this truth bring you comfort.

07/31/2026

Surrender doesn't mean giving up, it means trusting God with the outcome. May your work, your worries, and your steps today be committed to Him.

07/22/2026

A gentle reminder for today. Whatever today brings, His plans for you are good.

07/17/2026

Faith grows stronger when we embrace courage, perseverance, and trust in God. Live with purpose, hope, and genuine commitment to your spiritual journey. 🙏

07/09/2026

When life feels uncertain, faith reminds us where true strength is found. May today's message encourage you to trust, rejoice, and keep praising as you reflect and grow in faith. 🙏

07/04/2026

As we celebrate our country's independence, may we also cherish the freedom to live with faith and purpose. The Lay Cistercians of South Florida wish you a joyful and blessed Fourth of July.

Address

15700 Military Trail
Delray Beach, FL
33484

Telephone

+19542547173

Website

https://laycistercians.com/

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