Step 1 in the Steps of Humility (RB80.7.1-30) could lead me to believe that the life I have signed on for is going to be one of boredom and drudgery. That is definitely not what I have in mind for my life.
Even after 25 years in our community, I know that a ultra regimented and disciplined life with no adventure and challenge is not for me.
On reflecting on this first step of humility, I find a life that calls me to remember who I am and who God is. I am called to acknowledge the truth that I do not have the full picture of myself (much less of the universe) but God does. I am invited to recall God's care and all-knowing presence. This presence which can be both comforting (at least someone understands all of me) and challenging (there is no hiding from God). I am called to place God and God's will into my daily life.
Although this is the not life I envisioned in my early 20s, monastic life and community have brought me to a very fulfilling way of life.
Sr. Catherine, OSB
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