In this spoken poetic reflection, we return to Thomas Merton’s reminder that the cloister is not confined to monasteries—it can be found in our kitchens, buses, hallways, and breaths. This short meditation helps us recognize the sacred in the ordinary, turning daily life into a rhythm of stillness, presence, and prayer.

0:00 – Opening bell & welcome

0:20 – Introducing today’s theme: The World is My Cloister

0:55 – Merton’s reminder: finding others in God

1:30 – Everyday places as our monastery

2:15 – Breath rhythm: This is holy / God is here

3:10 – Sounds, faces, and places as sacred bells

3:45 – Benediction: may every step be a prayer

4:10 – Closing bell & silence

✨ Wherever you go, your life can be a monastery.

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