As Monasteries Close, Contemplative Life will not Disappear

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Cloisters

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From the head of the Congregation for religious in Rome:


Here is a list of closed Monasteries in Spain from Seraphic’s blog (translation required):


And a friendly reminder that each Diocesan hermit is their own charism.

If attracted to the contemplative life, please click the second link below my signature for my Ministry promoting the cloisters. Thank you and God bless you.

Blessings,
Cloisters
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Forgot to say that Spain has always been the record-holder for number of Monasteries. They have had well over 900, and may be dipping below that now. Italy is second with over 700.
 
Cloisters said:
Forgot to say that Spain has always been the record-holder for number of Monasteries. They have had well over 900, and may be dipping below that now
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It seems likely - the Spanish page had 204 closed monasteries, if I counted correctly.
 
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