The physical health of the Pluscarden community has not been so good of late.
As with probably most other people in the country, a nasty cold bug came our way towards the end of December 2022. Very quickly it reached more or less every member of the community, and some of our guests as well.
Annual Community Retreat: 14-21 November 2022
Blessing of Oblate Bookcase for Oblate Lending Library in the Abbey Transept
On Tuesday the 11th of October 2022, after the St Margaret Chapter “Oblate” None, live streamed at 2.30 pm, followed by a brief talk and silent Adoration before the Lord in the Tabernacle, and after an informal tea in the visitor Centre, the Sub-Prior, Deacon Joseph formally blessed a new bookcase for the Oblate Lending Library situated in the outer transepts next the double doors.
A Nigerian Nun at Pluscarden
Fr. Matthew's Diamond Jubilee of Profession
Vestment making re-launched at Pluscarden
Among his many other tasks in the monastery, Pluscarden's Junior Br. Patrick has been studying the art of sewing. Already he has made or repaired many habits, scapulars, work smocks, cowls and cloaks for the brethren. More recently he has been working to enhance his sewing skills, so that he can repair or make liturgical vestments.