Abbey Banner - Winter 2023
The Winter 2023–24 issue of Abbey Banner celebrates the silver anniversary of the commissioning of The Saint John’s Bible. Abbot John Klassen reflects on God’s Word for our time. Father Michael Patella addresses the role that art has had on biblical interpretation. Abbot John explores how God’s love for the marginalized is manifested in Our Lady of Guadalupe and how that manifestation challenges us to be aware of the billions of poor people on our planet. Father Cyprian Weaver continues his research into monastic timekeeping as he addresses the role of stars and chickens in determining when the early monks arose from sleep, gave praise to God, and went about their daily activities. We also review the Synthesis Report of A Synodal Church in Mission and learn about the early life of Saint Benedict at Subiaco.