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This period is one to two years and
includes in-depth study of the Benedictine way of life through prayer, study,
reflection, solitude and work. Classes cover the Scriptures, Rule of Benedict
and monastic profession.
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Novice Katie Cooper
being welcomed by
Sister Clarissa November 2006 |
Sister Jean receives Novices Kim Marie Jordan and
Cindy Schultz February 2005 |
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Novices Carla Fontes and Mary Mendez
November 2003 |
Novices Michele Bateman and Jean Ihli
December 2002 |
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Novice Teresea receiving the Rule for
Prioress Mary Kay Henry, November 1998 |
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The passage is marked by a simple ceremony in the Monastery Chapel, the
Postulant places her checkbook and car keys on the Gospel Book. She receives the
Rule of Benedict, Listen, the monastery's governing
documents and a Benedictine medal. |
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November 2006 |
Katie Cooper |
| February 2005- |
Cindy Schultz
Kim Marie Jordan |
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November
2003- |
Mary Mendez
Carla Fontes |
| December
2002- |
Jean Ihli
Michele Bateman |
| November 1998- |
Teresa Jackson |
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Benedictine
Sisters, Monastery of St. Gertrude, Cottonwood, Idaho
