On Friday morning, August 6th, our Brother Isidore Ilunga Mukendi made his solemn profession of vows as a Benedictine monk of our Monastery of Christ in the Desert. At the same time, he received the solemn consecration, or special prayer of blessing, as a monk for life.
Brother Isidore was born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and is now a valued member of our community. At present he is the manager of our Giftshop here, open once again after a year and a half being closed.
Apart from that, Brother Isidore is an active participant in our common prayer and daily Mass, in private prayer and sacred reading, and always available to lend a hand as needs arise.
Brother Isidore is pictured here in his new “cowl,” the choir garment worn by solemnly professed monks for the Divine Office and Mass during the colder months. In the photo he is holding his profession “chart” or document, stating his making solemn vows as a Benedictine. He signed the chart during the ceremony and the Abbot did as well.
Please keep our Brother Isidore in your prayers and know he keeps you in his prayers.
Ad multos annos, Brother Isidore!
Abbot Christian and the monks
