South Florida Lay Cistercians

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.

Compassion is one of the greatest expressions of faith. When we care for those in need, we reflect God's heart through o...
06/10/2026

Compassion is one of the greatest expressions of faith. When we care for those in need, we reflect God's heart through our actions. 🤍

"Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do. — Luke 23:34Forgiveness isn't always easy. But with grace, it's p...
06/02/2026

"Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do. — Luke 23:34
Forgiveness isn't always easy. But with grace, it's possible. 🙏

Faith grows strongest in the waiting. Trust the journey, stay steadfast, and allow God’s timing to unfold in every seaso...
06/01/2026

Faith grows strongest in the waiting. Trust the journey, stay steadfast, and allow God’s timing to unfold in every season. ✨

Starting the day with a reminder of His constant goodness. God’s faithfulness is our anchor, steadying us for whatever t...
05/29/2026

Starting the day with a reminder of His constant goodness. God’s faithfulness is our anchor, steadying us for whatever the day may hold. 🙏

When life feels uncertain and the path is unclear, remember you're not alone. Let faith guide your next step. Lasting jo...
05/19/2026

When life feels uncertain and the path is unclear, remember you're not alone. Let faith guide your next step. Lasting joy and peace are found in God’s presence. 🙏

Abiding in Christ provides a deep well of strength and peace to navigate life's challenges. Stay rooted in His teachings...
05/15/2026

Abiding in Christ provides a deep well of strength and peace to navigate life's challenges. Stay rooted in His teachings, connected in love, and let grace guide your steps. 🍂

Honoring the quiet strength, love, and faith mothers pour into every day. Lay Cistercians of South Florida celebrates th...
05/10/2026

Honoring the quiet strength, love, and faith mothers pour into every day. Lay Cistercians of South Florida celebrates the women who shape hearts and live with grace. 💐

Strength isn’t always loud and forceful. It's often found in the quiet moments of stillness, a space where genuine faith...
05/06/2026

Strength isn’t always loud and forceful. It's often found in the quiet moments of stillness, a space where genuine faith can take root, deepen, and grow strong. 🌿

In quiet moments, clarity finds you. Let go and trust the stillness. God is already at work in the unseen, paving a path...
05/01/2026

In quiet moments, clarity finds you. Let go and trust the stillness. God is already at work in the unseen, paving a path you can't yet perceive. 🙏

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