Jump to content
An Old School Catholic Message Board

Why do they do that?


John Paul

Recommended Posts

salveregina10

That is a great question!  In our Congregation and our Benedictine Order, we are taught to keep death daily before our eyes.  This particular custom does that for us, we see our rest in the light of Christ's redemptive sacrifice and our future goal of eternal life with Him.  Many of our Sisters tend to use their mission cross for this purpose, also to keep us mindful no matter where the day takes us, our missionary service is our way of doing God's will.  

Link to comment
Share on other sites

graciandelamadrededios

Discalced Carmelite Nuns pins their profession crucifix on their pillows.  I am guessing this is the same crucifix that they pin under their scapulars.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

graciandelamadrededios
21 hours ago, John Paul said:

Does it stay there when they sleep to?

I am guessing that the questions is for me???

I am sure if all OCD communities do this now but it must have been a regular custom before Vatican II - before sleeping, they pinned their crucifix on the side of their pillows.

 

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
×
×
  • Create New...