HR 14 – In place of wanting the latest….sustainability – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcasts

About this episode

Fr. Mauritius Wilde discusses sustainability and the teachings of St. Benedict in relation to modern consumerism.

In place of wanting the latest….sustainability – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B In this episode of The Holy Rule of St. Benedict: A Spiritual Path for Today’s World , Fr. Mauritius Wilde, OSB and Kris McGregor reflect on sustainability, stewardship, and the Benedictine wisdom of resisting the constant desire for the newest and latest things. Drawing from Chapter 31 of the Rule, St. Benedict instructs the cellarer to care for the monastery’s goods with reverence, avoiding wastefulness and treating all possessions as “sacred vessels of the altar.” Fr. Mauritius explains that Benedictine life values durability, stewardship, and responsibility toward future generations. Rather than being driven by consumerism and endless acquisition, the monk learns to value what is lasting, useful, and capable of serving the community over time. Fr. Mauritius explores how modern culture often encourages constant consumption, tying identity and happiness to acquiring the latest products and trends. The Rule offers a different vision, one rooted in stability, gratitude, and thoughtful use of resources. By slowing down, caring for what we have, and considering…

People in this episode

Host: Kris McGregor

Guest: Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B

Topics covered

• sustainability
• Benedictine wisdom
• consumerism
• stewardship
• spiritual practice

Keywords

• sustainability
• Benedictine
• consumerism
• stewardship
• spirituality
• Rule of St. Benedict
• responsibility

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Holy Rule of St. Benedict, Chapter 31

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