Nothing, according to Benedict, is to be put before or ahead of the work of God.
That causes me to pause because I am a project/task oriented person. If I am right in the middle of a project, I can tend to see the bells toll for prayer or meals as an interruption rather than a gentle reminder of prayer time or meal time. Sometimes, I have a difficult time seeing that community's intrusion into my plans might actually be a blessing.
Benedict's directive to drop whatever we are doing and heed the bell's call is meant to remind us to keep life in perspective. There is no project that I am working on that is more important than community needs. My work will still be waiting for me when I return.
Sr. Catherine, OSB
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