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VIDEO: I monaci di Norcia ➜ https://youtu.be/vVT1yzNXGUYTESTO DELL'ARTICOLO ➜ https://www.bastabugie.it/8125I MONACI BENEDETTINI DI NORCIA: CUSTODI DEL GREGORIANO E... DELLA BIRRA di Andrea Galli Grande festa oggi sulle colline appena fuori Norcia, in via Case Sparse. La comunità dei benedettini che lì risiede rende grazie per tre traguardi raggiunti. In primis i 25 anni di vita: la comunità fu fondata nel 1999 a Roma, dove ebbe i suoi inizi avventurosi prima di approdare fra i monti Sibillini. Poi la fine del restauro del complesso monastico, un antico convento dei cappuccini, dove i monaci si sono trasferiti dopo il terremoto del 2016 che ha distrutto il loro precedente monastero, contiguo alla concattedrale di Norcia. «Avevamo già comprato l'edificio e il terreno dalla diocesi, nel 2007 - spiega dom Benedetto Nivakoff - perché cercavamo un posto più tranquillo e silenzioso rispetto al centro di Norcia, ma il sisma ci ha costretti ad accelerare i nostri progetti». Infine l'elevazione canonica di quello che era tecnicamente un priorato benedettino e dallo scorso 25 maggio è un'abbazia, l'Abbazia di San Benedetto in Monte. Tre traguardi che insieme significano il ritorno pieno, ufficiale e stabile dei figli di san Benedetto nel luogo dove nacque il loro padre e padre del monachesimo d'Occidente, ma da dove gli ultimi benedettini se n'erano andati nel lontano 1810, a causa delle leggi napoleoniche, lasciando un vuoto che è stato riempito solo due secoli dopo, poco meno. A dimostrazione che le radici cristiane dell'Europa e anche delle nostre terre quando sembrano sofferenti, o financo morte, con la giusta linfa si possono riprendere più prontamente di quanto si pensi.La linfa in questo caso è arrivata tramite un religioso statunitense, Cassian Folsom. Nato nel 1955 a Lynn, nel Massachusetts, fattosi benedettino nell'abbazia di Saint Meinrad, nell'Indiana, padre Folsom venne in Italia per approfondire gli studi di liturgia e tra il 1997 e il 2000 ricoprì la carica di vice-rettore del Pontificio ateneo Sant'Anselmo (dove tuttora insegna). Nel 1995, mentre era su un treno diretto a Napoli, aveva avuto però l'ispirazione per un progetto extra accademico, ossia dar vita a una comunità che riprendesse il carisma e lo stile originario dell'ordine benedettino. La fondazione avvenne appunto a Roma nel 1999. Padre Folsom e tre benedettini americani si sistemarono in un piccolo appartamento nella capitale, con una stanza adibita a cappella. Nel 1999 la Santa Sede concesse loro l'approvazione canonica e nel 2000 si manifestò la possibilità di insediarsi a Norcia. Nel 2001 un estimatore di padre Folsom, il cardinale Joseph Ratzinger, si recò in Umbria per celebrare con lui e i suoi confratelli la festa di san Benedetto: per tutti una conferma speciale del cammino intrapreso.«Oggi siamo venti monaci - spiega dom Nivakoff, originario di New York, eletto abate lo scorso 28 maggio - provenienti da dieci Paesi: Italia, Stati Uniti, Germania, Polonia, Portogallo, Gran Bretagna, Brasile, Indonesia, Slovenia e Canada. L'età media è di 30 anni». L'eterogeneità delle nazionalità si deve anche al fatto che all'abbazia arrivano pellegrini, turisti e curiosi da diverse parti del mondo, spesso approfittando di vacanze o viaggi di studio in Italia.Il ritorno alle origini del carisma si riflette nella scelta liturgica fondativa - il rito benedettino antico - in una vita di preghiera particolarmente esigente - sveglia alle 3,30 ogni mattina - e nel recupero degli antichi digiuni dell'ordine - un solo pasto al giorno tra il 15 settembre e il tempo di Pasqua. Ora et labora. Per quanto riguardo il labora, tra l'altro i monaci di Norcia hanno elaborato da una decina d'anni la Birra Nursia, che porta come motto Ut laetificet cor, il prodotto con cui cercano di essere autosufficienti e che si inserisce in una tradizione gloriosa di birre monastiche. «Ora che abbiamo completato il restauro del monastero - chiosa dom Nivakoff - potremo dedicarci con più impegno alla nostra birra, cercando anche di farla conoscere meglio». [...]Nota di BastaBugie: l'articolo dal titolo "Nursia, la birra dei monaci di Norcia vince tre volte" racconta come la birra dei monaci di Norcia sia diventata così apprezzata nel mondo.Ecco l'articolo completo pubblicato sul Sito del Timone il 3 aprile 2025:La prima sede di Birra Nursia, situata accanto alla Basilica di San Benedetto a Norcia, è stata resa inagibile dai terremoti del 2016. Ma i discepoli di San Benedetto che vivono nella sua città natale non hanno mollato il loro "pane liquido", come veniva chiamata la birra nei monasteri durante i periodi di digiuno.Ed ora, che vivono nel ristrutturato monastero di San Benedetto in Monte, da poco elevato ad Abbazia, si godono i premi che la loro Birra Nursia ha raggiunto. Untappd, la più rilevante community al mondo nel settore delle birre artigianali, ha premiato Birra Nursia Tripel con la medaglia d'oro come migliore Belgian Tripel italiana, Birra Nursia Bionda con l'argento come seconda Belgian Blonde del Paese e Birra Nursia Extra, già considerata "imperdibile" da Slow Food, con il bronzo come terza Belgian Strong Dark Ale prodotta nello Stivale. Questi riconoscimenti arrivano in occasione degli Untappd Community Awards e si basano su migliaia di recensioni offerte da esperti e appassionati di birra.Birra Nursia è prodotta dal 2012 dai monaci benedettini di Norcia e le sue tre ricette sono state sviluppate nel solco dell'antica tradizione birraria monastica belga. La sua lavorazione avviene con metodi artigianali, attraverso un processo lungo e attento e facendo uso di ingredienti selezionati tra cui il malto umbro. Dopo il terremoto del 2016 è iniziata un'amichevole collaborazione tra la comunità benedettina e Mastri Birrai Umbri. Affinché Birra Nursia potesse continuare a essere apprezzata in Umbria, in Italia e all'estero, il birrificio di Gualdo Cattaneo ha offerto ai monaci di utilizzare i suoi impianti, a una sola condizione: che fossero i monaci stessi a produrre la birra, per garantire l'autenticità del prodotto e il rispetto delle ricette originali.«Birra Nursia», dice Dom Agostino Wilmeth, monaco dell'Abbazia di San Benedetto in Monte e mastro birraio di Birra Nursia, «è nata dall'idea che una buona bevanda potesse accompagnare le prelibatezze gastronomiche di Norcia, conosciute in tutto il mondo. La nostra birra sostiene la vita dell'Abbazia ma contribuisce anche all'economia della città, che ha tanto sofferto nell'ultimo decennio. Vorremmo condividere simbolicamente questi premi con tutti i nursini: la qualità e la tradizione sono valori forti nella Regola di San Benedetto e qui a Norcia, e Birra Nursia li ha ricevuti in eredità».
Summary: In this episode, expert evangelist Julianne Stanz joins to talk about the challenges and importance of discussing the Ten Commandments in the context of evangelization. We also discuss insights from Julianne's new book, The Catholic Parent's Survival Guide, and what she learned from interviews with parents and teens about discussing moral teachings and the Ten Commandments. We discuss the role of apprenticeship and practical tips for parish catechists. Julianne emphasizes the importance of prayer, practical engagement, and acknowledging one's own limitations when discussing difficult topics.Show Notes:(00:00) In the opening of this episode, Julianne Stanz discusses the challenge of integrating the Ten Commandments into evangelization, emphasizing the need to present the fullness of the Gospel. Edmund and Julianne discuss the "believe, behave, belong" concept, explaining that belief and belonging precede behavior. Julianne highlights the nuanced approach required for different individuals, stressing the importance of acknowledging the commandments as guideposts for moral and natural law in fostering meaningful discussions, especially with teenagers.(06:46) Julianne highlights the importance of presenting the Ten Commandments not merely as intellectual pursuits or behavior modification but as an invitation to experience God's life. She draws parallels to discipleship, emphasizing a close relationship with God. Edmund and Julianne discuss how young people may inadvertently make idols. Additionally, Julianne shares insights from young people's perspectives she learned through interviews and suggests using the Socratic method to foster meaningful conversations with children.(13:09) The conversation delves into the challenges of discussing morality and the Ten Commandments, emphasizing the danger of presenting as experts in all aspects of the Church. The dialogue underscores the power of authenticity, suggesting that modeling vulnerability and engaging in the learning process together is more effective than perfect presentations. Julianne shares more insights from her research, highlighting the deep pain young people harbor regarding mental health and identity. She addresses the silent struggles and desire for face-to-face conversations young people experience. Parents express pressure to have everything figured out, while Stanz recommends simple traditions, like blessing children's shoes, as impactful ways to instill faith at home.(21:02) Julianne advises catechists and parents not to fear presenting the Ten Commandments or facing tough questions. The discussion turns to authenticity, curiosity, and gradual teaching, emphasizing the Holy Spirit's role in evangelization. (28:08) The conclusion of the podcast directs listeners to explore additional resources and Julianne Stanz new book, A Survival Guide for Catholic Parents. This episode is sponsored by Saint Meinrad. Click saintmeinrad.edu/OSV to learn more about Graduate Theology at Saint Meinrad Seminary & School of Theology. Laity and deacons are invited to inquire or apply. Pursue your MA or certificate in theology viaweekend and online offerings. An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways to live, learn, and love your Catholic faith at osvpodcasts.com. Sharing stories, starting conversations.
On this week's show, your host, Justin Mog, turns the mics on Kyle Kramer, a local podcaster and Executive Director of the Passionist Earth & Spirit Center over on Newburg Road (http://earthandspiritcenter.org). Kyle is host of the Earth & Spirit podcast (https://www.npr.org/podcasts/1004504654/earth-and-spirit) from Louisville Public Media, and Justin had the delight of being on Kyle's podcast (https://lpm-od.streamguys1.com/earthspirit/20211103115745-EarthSpiritPodcast2021-11-2-ARestoredEarth-QuakerEnvironmentalistJustinMogonOpeningOurHeartstoRightRelationships.mp3), and featured in lovely documentary that Kyle produced with Bernheim called "Grounded: Conversations on Nature and Climate Change" (https://youtu.be/fL_rHzS3rcQ). You can hear the full conversations that went into that documentary at https://lpm-od.streamguys1.com/earthspirit/20220713131117-EarthSpiritPodcast2022-7-15-Grounded.mp3?sc=siteplayer&aw_0_1st.playerid=siteplayer Kyle has served as the Executive Director of the Earth & Spirit Center since 2014. In addition to his administrative responsibilities at the Center, Kyle also teaches courses on Thomas Berry. Prior to coming to the Earth & Spirit Center, Kyle was the director of graduate theology programs and ministry formation for Saint Meinrad, a Benedictine monastery and Roman Catholic school of theology. Kyle and his family spent fifteen years as organic farmers and homesteaders in Spencer County, Indiana. Kyle currently serves as a Catholic Climate Ambassador for the Catholic Climate Covenant and is the author of A Time to Plant: Life Lessons in Work, Prayer, and Dirt (Ave Maria Press, 2010) and Making Room: Soul-Deep Satisfaction Through Simple Living (Franciscan Media, 2021). He is a former columnist and essayist for America magazine and a current columnist for Franciscan Media's St. Anthony Messenger magazine. He speaks across the country on issues of ecology and spirituality. Kyle was a Herman B. Wells Scholar at Indiana University Bloomington and holds a double BA in Religious Studies and Germanic Studies, having spent a year at the Universität Hamburg in Germany. He earned a Master of Divinity, Honors Diploma, from the Candler School of Theology at Emory University, Atlanta. Kyle is a trained singer and guitarist and he enjoys rock climbing. Connect with Kyle at https://www.facebook.com/kyle.t.kramer.9 https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-kramer-6b341529/ As always, our feature is followed by your community action calendar for the week, so get your calendars out and get ready to take action for sustainability NOW! Sustainability Now! is hosted by Dr. Justin Mog and airs on Forward Radio, 106.5fm, WFMP-LP Louisville, every Monday at 6pm and repeats Tuesdays at 12am and 10am. Find us at http://forwardradio.org The music in this podcast is courtesy of the local band Appalatin and is used by permission. Explore their delightful music at http://appalatin.com
Here are the shownotes for this episode! Micah's Favorite Bible Verse: Psalm 23 Link to the Oblate Page of Saint Meinrad's Website: https://www.saintmeinrad.org/oblates/ How to begin praying Lectio Divina: https://integratedcatholiclife.org/2021/09/joan-watson-lectio-divina/ A powerful teaching on Lectio Divina from Dr. Tim Gray on Formed (contact us if you need access to Formed!): https://watch.formed.org/talks-prayer-devotional/videos/lectio-divina-hearing-god-s-voice-through-scripture-by-tim-gray
You voted and we listened! The most listened-to and voted-for episode was "A Historical Intervention on the Basis of Chant" with Fr. John Glasenapp. Brother John's viewpoint on chant in the Church is deeply rooted in a full historical context, which is what we're to discuss today. Why can chant be challenging to today's pastoral musicians? What are the roots from which chant was created? What are the roots of chant in the Catholic Church? How did we get here?Brother John joins me from the archabbey in Saint Meinrad, Indiana.
Today is part 2 of a discussion on chant, featuring my conversations with Brother John Glasenapp. Brother John is a Benedictine monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey in southern Indiana, where he currently serves as the Director of the newly-formed Saint Meinrad Institute for Sacred Music. Br. John earned an M.A. in Medieval Studies from Fordham University and a PhD in Historical Musicology from Columbia University, specializing in chant. Last week we explored the deep historical context of chant. But how do we apply chant to our modern, mostly American churches? How can we adapt chant to our needs? Brother John joins me from the archabbey in Saint Meinrad, Indiana. For more information visit www.ministrymonday.org.
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In this special Echoes From the Bell Tower podcast episode, you’ll hear how the Benedictine monks at Saint Meinrad commemorate the Last Supper, the Crucifixion and, finally, the Resurrection of Christ.
In which Br. Joel and Br. Kolbe talk to oblates of Saint Meinrad. The Benedictine oblate community affiliated with Saint Meinrad Archabbey has been around almost as long the monastery itself. But, what is an oblate? Oblates are men and women who live and work in the world, but who wish to follow the spiritual path established by St. Benedict.
Echoes from the Bell Tower is back with new episodes starting November 15, 2018. These fall episodes will focus on Saint Meinrad's outreach. From the Benedictine Oblate program to student ministry to the impact monks and seminarians make on their families, you don't want to miss these episodes!
In which Br. Joel, Br. Kolbe, and their guests look at the One Bread, One Cup program for Catholic youth held at Saint Meinrad every summer.
In which Br. Joel, Br. Kolbe, and their guests look at some of the ways that "the Word" is important to life here at Saint Meinrad.
Today’s episode is a continuation of an earlier episode of Ministry Monday. Way back in our sixth episode, we featured an audio program produced by Saint Meinrad’s Seminary titled, “Drinking God Straight.” This program explored the evolution and status of English language chant following the Second Vatican Council, giving particular focus to the work of Fr. Columba Kelly.Sadly, Fr. Columba passed away earlier this month. We are celebrating his life today, not by giving extended commemorations or reflections, but by doing what he would have preferred - exploring the importance of chant in our liturgical celebrations. So, today we are brining you “Drinking God Straight, Part II.” If you haven’t listened to Episode Six yet, I’d encourage you to go back and give it a listen. There, you’ll hear from Fr. Columba himself.To continue the conversation, our guest is Fr. Anthony Ruff. A Benedictine monk of Saint John’s Abbey in Collegeville, Minnesota, Fr. Anthony - like Fr. Columba - is a fierce advocate for chant in the liturgy. Today, we’ll examine the misconceptions about chant, the richness that it contains, pastoral advice for implementation, and mistakes to be avoided. Whether you think you like chant, or not, or if you think your community will sing chant, or not, today is an important conversation to help expand your understanding and challenge your reservations.
As we journey through the holiest week of the year, rife with ancient traditions and rituals, our episode today focuses on one of the Church’s oldest musical traditions: chant. The prominence – or absence – of chant in American parishes has been a much-discussed topic in the decades following Vatican II. Some parishes chant in the vernacular, others in Latin. Some chant a lot, others barely at all. Regardless of your viewpoint or preference, and no matter how much chant is in your repertoire, odds are that – at some point this week – your community will experience chant at one or more of the liturgies of Triduum. Today we bring you a short audio program from Saint Meinrad’s Seminary and School of Theology in Indiana. Titled, “Drinking God Straight,” this program describes the tradition of chant in the Church’s liturgical life, but also details the ways that chant changed and transitioned after the Second Vatican Council. Hosted by Brothers Joel and Kolbe, you’ll hear from several voices, including Fr. Columba Kelly, OSB, renowned chant scholar and teacher.
Part 2 of 2 in which various guests recount their stories of how they came to Saint Meinrad.
Part 1 of 2 in which various guests recount their stories of how they came to Saint Meinrad.
In which Br. Joel and Br. Kolbe talk with guests from the monastery and our seminary about what a day in the life of a monk or seminarian at Saint Meinrad is like.
In which Br. Joel and Br. Kolbe talk about the bells of Saint Meinrad. The bells lead people to Saint Meinrad and they call the monastic community to prayer. They're going to have stories from the other monks who explain what the bells mean to us. They also have an update on Bell 6 that cracked and needed to be removed and repaired.
In which Novices Jonathan, Tony, and their guests talk about the bells of Saint Meinrad Archabbey. Stories include the importance of the bells to monastic life, ringing mishaps, monk pranks, bell flipping, janky ladders, and the toll after a monk's death.
Introducing Echoes from the Bell Tower, a podcast devoted to stories of wit and wisdom from the monks of Saint Meinrad, a Benedictine monastery in southern Indiana.