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Benedictine Communities Today: Jamberoo Abbey

Year 8 Religious Education.

About Jamberoo Abbey

Nestled in Jamberoo and named after the same, Jamberoo Abbey is a Benedictine Abbey in Australia. The history of this abbey can be traced back to as early as the 1840s when it was located in Rydalmere. The abbey was relocated to its current location after 1957 and has been a place of worship since then. The interiors of this abbey are adorned with beautiful artefacts, the stained glass window and the altar being the highlights of them all. The abbey also features nine hermitages that can accommodate up to 32 guests who take interest in spiritual retreats.

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Mother Hilda Scott, abbess of Jamberoo Abbey, offers a reflection.

Episode 1 of "The Abbey" - a three-part documentary about life at Jamberoo Abbey.

All 3 episodes are available on ClickView.

The Rule of St Benedict at Jamberoo Abbey

How the Rule is put into practice:

Click on the image to see more interpretations of the Rule at Jamberoo Abbey.

RB 42:1 – They should diligently cultivate silence at all times, but especially at night.

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