Several of the sisters have been interviewed over the past few days, partly in English, partly in French! The question? What does General Chapter mean to you?
Visit to Ypres
Fifteen of the Capitulants went to visit Ypres last Sunday. it was the 100th anniversary of France's entry into the War. We had the opportunity to attend the Last Post ceremony at the Menin Gate which is very moving. The Flanders Field museum showed the history of the war and contained very moving images and memoirs of the war, the senselessness, the human cost and the bravery of those who sacrificed everything for their beliefs. Have a look at some of the images on Facebook or at the Gallery.
More images added
Over the past week as the General Chapter continues, more images have been added to our site. Have a look at the Gallery page and the Hyning welcome page. Some of these have also been included on our Facebook group. Don't forget to like us on Facebook! There are interviews in french and english coming soon!
Election of the General Council
During the week following the election of Sr. Mary Helen as Prioress General, we have now elected the new General Council.
Back row Sr. Elizabeth Mary from Brownshill, England, Sr. Marie Nicole from La Plaine, France.
Front row S. Marie Daphrose, Assistant General, Sr. Mary Helen, Prioress General, Sr. Christine, La Plaine.
Election of the Prioress General
At the moment the General Chapter of the Order is taking place at our Mother House in Lille, France. Today, Sr. Mary Helen Jackson was re-elected for 6 years as Prioress General.
Greetings from France
Several of the Hyning community are in France at the moment, taking part in the General chapter. Chapter began on the 23rd July with a day of prayer and fasting and some general administration taking place. We count very much on your prayer at this time. In between various meetings Sr Michaela is hoping to update the site with some photos and pictures of the time in France. One video has been added to the icons page already so click on the link and take a look! And to the french page
Gardening week photos
If you click on link to the facebook page you will see some of the pictures taken during the gardening week in July. (The next week is in October!) Bernardine Cistercians
Reflections
More reflections from Richard Rohr
General Chapter
On the 23rd July the Order will begin the 2014 General Chapter. It will take place in at La Plaine, our mother house, in Lille. 27 sisters representing the various houses in the Order will participate. The Reverend Mother is elected during this time and we will be looking at a number of issues faving our Order, our Church and our world. Please pray that the Holy Spirit will guide our work over the coming weeks. From Hyning, Sr.Josephine Mary, Sr. Mary Colette, Sr. Maria and Sr. Michaela will take part. We count very much on your prayers.
Video reflections
More reflections
I have experimenting with some music and images. Here is a reflection on forgiveness
And another on the Father's love
Garden video pages
Another five garden videos have been added so please have a look at them. Garden videos If you have any other ideas for pages that you might like to see added to our site, please feel free to contact me srmichaelasc@yahoo.co.uk
More garden videos
Sr Mary Stella is explaining some of the basic garden ideas
Card day 10th June
The next card day is on the 10th June in the Art Studio. 10 am - 4 pm. All materials provided. £10 with a packed lunch and £16 if you require a cooked lunch. Contact Sr Mary Bernard at hyningbookings@yahoo.co.uk to book beforehand.
Garden videos
I am hoping to post some more garden videos and some are on facebook page already but here is the first. You can hear a few seconds of a bird chorus! Birds singing
Sr Mary Anthony's first anniversary
May 22nd is the first anniversary of Sr Mary Anthony's death. For those who remember her, I've added this little video for those who can't be at Hyning tomorrow or who want to pray with us and for her. https://vimeo.com/95972565
Advert
If you know anyone who would be interested in this, please feel free to share this information.
Help is needed in a Roman Catholic monastic guest house, situated in lovely countryside, near the North Lancashire, Cumbria border, less than an hour from the Lake District. Ideally we are looking for someone from September 2014 – July 2015. The hours of work would be flexible, working 5/6 hours a day, 5 days a week, and includes some weekend work. This would include serving guest meals, general help around the house, with possibly some gardening. (The ability to drive would be a bonus but is not a prerequisite.) No previous experience is needed. Full board and lodging would be included, as well as all laundry with some pocket money allowance included. This work would be ideal for someone looking to learn or improve his/her English skills or for someone looking for a Gap Year experience. The Monastery of Our Lady of Hyning belongs to the Order of the Bernardine Cistercian sisters. For more information please contact Sr. Josephine Mary at srjosephinemiller@yahoo.co.uk
Hyning news for Former Students
Dear Former Pupils,
As I write, we are still in the middle of the most extraordinary weather, and many of our present and former pupils, staff and friends are experiencing floods, rain and wind damage. It seems very inadequate to express our sympathy from afar, but we do and we pray that this very difficult time will pass as quickly as possible. We hear that this situation has given rise to many acts of generosity and support, and this is heartening.
At Hyning we have had an eventful year, quite apart from the weather!
News from St. Bernard's
News from St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School 2013-2014
Warmest greetings to all Former Students, Staff and Friends of St Bernard’s! This year, the Newsletter has passed into ‘fresh hands’ as our former editor, Mrs. Rosalind Nockles, took the plunge and retired from 40+ plus years of dedication and hard work at school. We thank her profusely and wish her a happy and healthy ‘new era’!
The Staff at St Bernard’s are unique: not only does the very important teaching of curriculum take place, but also much of their own time is given up to run lunchtime and after-school clubs and activities. The last 12 months have seen an even greater range and number of opportunities for students to participate in something – too many to mention, but surely there cannot be many areas left untouched and an interest there for everyone!
Brownshill News for Former students of St. Bernard's
Dear Friends,
Our first piece of good news which is happening right now is that the sun has appeared at last and there are signs all around us that Spring is on the way! We were lucky enough not to have any flooding recently, but the rain never seemed to stop and the buckets and basins here and there inside the monastery and guest house were sure signs that our roofs were not immune to the onslaught. During these weeks, we kept in our prayer all those people who were suffering from the floods - particularly staff, students and friends, who live in what the media was calling the “black spot”. We realise, too, that though the rain has stopped, the aftermath of the floods is still there and that it will take all those affected months to get back to normal. We will continue to pray for you all.
