The great theologian Hans Urs Von Balthasar's reminds us that a loving
receptivity to the Word of God like that of the Virgin Mary is the true purpose
of the contemplative life in the Church. He says, “The highest priority belongs, without exception, to our readiness to
serve the divine love, a readiness that has no other end than itself, and that
appears senseless to a world caught up in so many urgent and reasonable
occupations.”
Photograph of Madonna in Abbey retreat house garden by Brother Brian.
