SCHOOL OF LOVE - RTE - Would You Believe

[@NSeiling]

this was a beautiful documentary. I think it is important for us, the secular and even non-catholic world, to listen closely to the wisdom of these sisters. We all can learn much, incorporate their wisdom and advise into our secular lives and grow in faith. and hopefully make this a better world.....one day at a time...one person at a time. God bless all of us.

[@mathabangmlonyeni-ld5cd]

I really admire the resilience of this ordinary women who have devoted their lives to praying for this suffering and sinful world

[@ghimie88]

Beautiful and brave sister. Resilient indeed. This documentary moves my heart ❤thank you for it.

[@thomasmcardle9575]

Thanks for such an inspirational documentary... and a special thanks to all the good Sisters who are praying for us all ❤

[@desre0886]

I was 16 when I feel the call.now I'm 25 and not yet responded to it.I'm still asking God for more time because we are poor and my family needs me.I don't know where to start due to financial problems.i know god pirmited me and be in my freewill,he lets me learn things in life which only experience can teach for me to become more mature .but as I stay longer here outside I feel the world is taking me.please pray for me my sister's that God may streghthen me and guide every decision of mine. Thank you and God bless

[@theresemartin3075]

Desre 08 I will be praying for you...Trust in Jesus...He will guide you to where you are being called!

[@idarose4361]

I am literally in the same boat. I can't leave. My family does need me. If I left now... I don't know how they'd go on. Still, with every passing day that I don't turn to seriously discerning religious orders, I feel my relationship with God growing more and more quiet; the world is taking me inch by inch. I'm praying for you. Get a spiritual director!

[@allanlindsay8369]

Desre 08 greetings. A year on and I hope and pray you're now more settled. The same problem was affecting Sr Claire Crockett, please watch the attached and hear what our Lord "told" her. Peace. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2GvfI2jZ6ekkNE

[@allanlindsay8369]

@@idarose4361 greetings. As with Desre 08 please watch. Peace kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2GvfI2jZ6ekkNE

[@lichub]

Maybe you're still poor because your English sucks. Pirmited?

[@peaveawwii1]

What a wonderful way of life. The world teaches us to borrow money we dont have to buy things we don’t need to impress people we don’t like. That is our purpose in the secular world. I was not made for this world and feel like my soul is always longing for Jesus Christ

[@mistyvioletconservative.3889]

Allen Lichner ❤️💛💜

[@LadyPercy.]

Dear Sisters and nuns all over the world, bless you for your life of prayer and service to God. Yes there are/were bad people in the church but there are thousands of brothers and sisters doing wonderful things. Those bad people are attracted to the church for all the wrong reasons, just like the secular world. These genuine ladies shine with the love of Christ. In the final segment sums up these blessed nuns....come on little lamb live.

[@HM-sp4cr]

Beautiful! I'm grateful for my husband but sometimes wish that I were in their world. The beauty of that kind of intense focus on God is amazing! God bless the sisters :)

[@toddstevens6608]

annamal pete if she is validly married, she could not enter the Monastery.

[@tlockerk]

Many convents offer retreats, and marriage is a Vocation as well. One can pray the daily offices also, there's even an cell phone app! "Laudate".

[@Charity-vm4bt]

@annamal pete Bad advice!

[@zimnaya]

Dear Sisters, please pray for me. I was a Trappist novice but left 20 years ago. It was the wrong decision and now I am an old man and the pain of not having persevered for Him 'colours' life. God bless + you for your witness and for God's love that you manifest before the world!

[@praisegod3768]

Dear Zimnaya, don't despair! As long as you continue to trust in Jesus Christ as your Savior, and follow him in faith and fellowship, you are indeed persevering! I'm not a sister, but a sister in Christ. Be encouraged! Continue on your journey with the Lord! He loves you and holds out his hand to you. Peace in the Lord Jesus to you!

[@toomaskarmo9435]

Please do not despair. God's thoughts are higher than our thoughts. Your life can be a witness wherever you are - even, for instance, in the secular world, or in a Canon 603 diocesan-hermit vocation, or whatever. God arranges all things.

[@Gera1713]

You must have had a good reason. God knows. I too considered religious life but did not enter. i was sure that God wanted me to support my parents and I would not have been able to do that in a Monastery. God bless Be at peace.

[@zimnaya]

Thank you for your good, wise and kind words. God + bless you!

[@annemariewillingham7949]

Don't ever feel sorry you did not follow the vocation , it's much harder to live in the world., the suffering you experience, join the pain of Jesus offer to the cross and Jesus and his Poor mother Mary who watched and suffered everything her son suffered, your vocation in the world is much needed, we have leaders all over the world lately Ireland the abortion law, today's news patients murdered in a memorial hospital, we need people today in the world it's lost, our grandchildren young people are suffering and lost of proper respect of life, believe me it's harder in the world today, we need good Christians Catholics Men women families to help there's in the atheist world of leaders, Iam active like any of my friends trying to live in such a world even our children are been questioned about there sexuality in schools, addiction problems, unemployment governments are abusing churches and congregations to feel guilty, all the time councils taking money off people not fulfilling there obligations so my friends convents etc are safe not easy, but it's harder in the world, your vocation not taken up, is our support to work in the world, we Pray

[@jonathansolomon9435]

My heart felt full of consolation watching this video! I was in Waterford Ferrybank in 1991 With the Brothers of Charity Congregation I was unaware of this Cistercian Sisters of St Mary's Abbey, Glencairn. Praise the Lord!

[@rholleran4885]

Jonathan solomon aaauuuyyyqq

[@vickhernandez8664]

Thank you for the renewal that I needed. Thank you for your "yes" to God and His infinite love. I am from California and Mexico. I go to Ireland every year, one year I would enjoy resting and hearing the voice of God on a retreat with your community. Thank you!

[@vickhernandez8664]

@River Paz I was born in the USA to parents who are Mexican I hold a dual citizenship and live part of the year in Mexico and the other part in the USA.

[@vickhernandez8664]

@River Paz through my parents who were born in Mexico.

[@preciousdevere288]

I am seriously thinking and have been for several years about entering Holy Life. I was schooled by Dominicans the most wonderful ladies, but at heart it's the silent orders that sing to my soul. I feel like getting a flight now to Waterford and the Cistercuan Sisters! God Be With You Sisters x

[@kathleenfitzsimons3388]

Precious DeVere, the Dominicans would welcome you with open arms but it sounds to me like you'd do well in Glencairn. May God bless you wherever you go...

[@maireadnibhuachalla6780]

Precious DeVere hbj

[@annemariewillingham7949]

I should have been a religious, I did not Get there, how many more have missed there vocations, because of missed directions, still searching,

[@toddstevens6608]

Catherine Murphy all the saints and angels in heaven pray for you constantly, enveloping you in God's Grace through His goodness. Keep seeking God.

[@peaveawwii1]

Precious DeVere I will include you in my prayers and ask our Lord to show you your purpose.

[@actusspei6688]

What an industrious, lovely,happy group of women. Women that contribute to secular society by producing goods and the good of our hearts and souls by prayer. What a shame the majority of the comments are just disagreement. I have great respect for these women. They are strong in body and mind and heart. I may enjoy a week there but not to ever leave would be too much. Bless the ladies who pray for our souls. As the years grow shorter and my years upon thus earth grow in disarray and uncertainty I am boistered in soul by their diligence.

[@maryhynes9061]

think knot 😇😖😅😱💤💤💤😆

[@actusspei6688]

mary hynes ,I'm not very good at reading emoji, what do you mean to say dear?

[@Gera1713]

They have a peace and serenity few of us have in secular life. I considered their life for a while years back and maybe regret at times not seeing it through but it demands immense sacrifice too. I enjoyed the 3 weeks I spent with the nuns - not these, a different order in England

[@vikyviky7359]

@@Gera1713 Dear Gera1713, may I ask you where did you spend your time with nuns in England? Which order is it? I am thinking of this experience. But I can spend with them only shorter time so I am looking for an advice. This place is really beautiful and these people live a life of devotion to God. You wrote your reply a year ago so I do not know if you could see my post here. I would be very thankful if you could advise me. Vicki

[@camrenwick]

If only I could find such faith. Very genuine good people

[@DREDIVA2010]

Absolutely beautiful. God Bless you all and thank you for praying for us! I will pray for you as well.

[@riverdonoghue9992]

These sisters exude love and holiness.

[@josephryan5949]

Very beautiful film and very inspiring. I liked the honesty of the Sisters in the way they described their lives.

[@Anthonyinkz]

Many dream of this, very few do it. Love and respects from me, may God bless and keep us.

[@Annakist76]

I must have watched this 15-20 times now, I keep coming back to it. How I would love for RTÉ to do a follow up on the nuns and the abbey ❤️

[@irishcountryman4866]

It's a great documentary and I will.have to visit someday. What part of Rural Ireland are you from?

[@johnfahey2997]

Michael John Dennis ii I looking

[@margaretquish4072]

what a truly beautiful documentary.These women are such an inspiration.Yes it would be wonderful if RTE could do a follow up .My thanks to the sisters and to RTE.

[@katetobin8722]

The Abbey continues to grow 🙌 🙏 ✨ ❤

[@kesmarn]

It really is a beautifully made documentary. Fantastic photography and great insight and sensitivity to the people and the ideas covered.

[@Azenzar74]

I'm from Morocco and I really want to visit this spiritual place♥️♥️♥️

[@chrismassey7783]

No you don't

[@Azenzar74]

​@@chrismassey7783 why?!

[@rascal493]

What joy these sisters radiate! Think Knot, these hearty souls for Christ have a belief deep inside that it is NOT a sacrifice to do what they do. As most of us are suited to secular life, these women are preparing to do the same with Christ as the Holy Bridegroom. May we all find reverence in our chosen vocation!

[@mandyonline17]

Wonderful!! What a blessing to find this lovely film. Thankyou

[@judithlarkin600]

What a wonderful life. Thank you Sisters, for sharing your amazing journey. You inspire me to commune with God more in my own life. God bless you all!

[@jimmieoakland3843]

I don't have a vocation, but I'm glad their are nuns and monks that do. I love watching videos like this. God bless all these good sisters.

[@larrydee8859]

Wonderfully made Documentary! What a great history of the incredibly, working meditative life of the Sisters of St. Mary's! Thank You Sisters, for all Your Great Work! (Many years ago, I was taught by Dominican Sisters in The Bronx, New York).

[@mikkig2964]

i would of loved to share this video with my mom.three weeks ago we lost her due to covid.i found myself drawn to watch this again

[@catherinecheyenne3457]

This most beautiful account of life at St Mary's for the nuns on a daily basis....brought comfort and quiet joy by just viewing the complete documentary . Peace and Blessings to all those wonderful inspiring women.

[@e.jenima7263]

Beautiful! thank you and may god and the blessed virgin keep your monastery and yourselves full and in good health and happiness.

[@KATSWEBANDTALE]

I am blessed within the Sacrament of Marriage and volunteering for our local church as well as outside of it - love and friendship are great gifts that Jesus does not hide from us - I pray that for the Sisters of Glencairn Abbey and other nunneries would experience the fullness of Christ! May your prayers be effective, your sacrifices accepted and your Hope in the Living God realised X. ALL for HIM!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@chrismassey7783]

Aww Bless

[@KATSWEBANDTALE]

@@chrismassey7783 Blessing is real

[@almeggs3247]

What a beautiful location Such honorable history to continue To uphold and maintain for now and for future generations! God bless yall

[@genaknoth6292]

I once enter a Convent at 18 and regret that I ever left I have been married for 48 years and just lost my husband but I guess now I can live a life of prayer

[@callmemaybe3114]

You're living a very happy and content life. Thank you for praying for the whole world. 🙂

[@TomCooney-e4n]

What an inspirational story as a 84 yr. Meath resident. Thanks so much.

[@srmanishamacwan5861]

Thank you for unloading this beautiful video...of the monastery life.it is inspiring me .their work, their expression all that is seen here ....it shows they have experienced Jesus Christ in their lives......God bless Goggle.....and KZbin.....and who ever has uploaded it and broght this information to me.....God bless this community srs..... dear....all

[@wrenlittle8826]

I am now sixty-one. My greatest regret to this day is not entering the convent (Cistercian) at which I was a postulant. Dear who ever may read this, if you have a calling follow it. Thank you all religious for being faithful. Please pray for me.

[@ngatholinahnjeri]

I needed to read this......🥺Please pray for me....that I may God with complete confidence and trust in God

[@wrenlittle8826]

@@ngatholinahnjeri Dear thank you for asking me if I will pray for you, of course. May God lead you hold you in his hands.

[@ngatholinahnjeri]

@@wrenlittle8826 thank you so much 🙏

[@chrismassey7783]

WTF

[@lynkneale7542]

Of course….I too shall pray for you. Bless you…All is well🙏

[@riverdonoghue9992]

As an Anglican I really enjoyed this. Ive always felt its a pity we don't have monastic orders in the church of ireland like they do in other Anglican provinces.

[@lmtt123]

That's because you killed them

[@louis-mariedesaintecroix9866]

@@lmtt123 I highly doubt that @riverdonoghue9992 killed them all by himself.

[@UrsulaPainter]

​@@lmtt123Someone who shouldn't is reopening old wounds.

[@tammyhembrow1711]

God bless you all sisters, wish I could have a pray full life like you all.

[@beautyforashes8964]

Getting the word of God into your "Soul" you change, your just not the same person, when you are touched by the "Holy Spirit",I couldn't forgive got angry,now I help other's, thank you Jesus for I am chosen I know it too....I love God Give him the Glory he never leave"s you.........Thank you JESUS..😇

[@f.oliver8078]

Sisters! You work so hard; bless you. And, may God bless you in your prayers and your devotion. Lovely, inspiring film. Thank you

[@josephryan5949]

Great insight there from Sr.Angela. Thanks for sharing all your stories.

[@riverdonoghue9992]

Well done to the Sister for helping to deliver the lamb. That takes skill. Loved the smile on the other sisters face when she saw the lamb was alive.

[@mygoditsfullofstars9148]

i am forever in awe of people who can do what these women do.They hold the truth on behalf of us who struggle in this world.God bless them.

[@jhayzfarioni2875]

There are so lucky to have this very peaceful life living with God . If I only giving a chance to live in this kind of life with God I am prepare to give up every what I have now and to live with a every peaceful life with God.

[@Gera1713]

if you want it, then go for it. Don't regret it later if you didn't.

[@Gera1713]

if you are young enough and feel a genuine desire for God, then go ahead, try it. They will always be open to any vocation, and sincere hearts. They would probably ask if you have any serious commitments in the world, such as elderly parents who might need you but if not, then go ahead, make an appointment, talk to them. I often wished I had entered but felt unable to leave my family.

[@theresemartin3075]

You should at least explore some communities...praying for you!

[@philippschafer8288]

Wunderbar. Ein besonderes Stück Erde, durchtränkt von göttlichem Geist. Mögen diese Klöster nie untergehen und die Wirren dieser Welt überstehen.

[@colinmccarthy7921]

I found the Video very interesting to watch.In the 1970’s when I left University,I approached my local priest with the intention of becoming a priest.It was not to be.I am now married with a family.None of us know what journey we will follow in our lives.For every woman and man who becomes a priest or nun,your life is already chosen from above.

[@aidajoe7423]

beautiful place and beautiful life..i hope someday,i can visit this place and pray there,God's willing,amen.

[@georgiasmith2590]

If I may say, You Sisters are so totally cool. Yall are a true sign of what Our Lord and Blessed Mother asks us to be. I just wish I was worthy not only of His Love but also His Forgiveness of being such a ratty person . I wish I had yall's love for Him and Our Mother. God bless you ladies and Mary Keep you all.

[@maryannfrank2866]

Thank. You. For. The. Beautiful video. The. Words. Of. Wisdom. And. The. Love. Of. God. May. God continue. To. Bless. All. Of. You 😘

[@susanarrington9371]

So awesome sisters....needed this

[@ditto6330]

What a beautiful place! You can't even describe it! Them seem to have fun too. They are so cute! The bread looks so good! And the food! I'm sure they live on much donations. It's just so peaceful! I know if you don't have Faith in your life! You have nothing! This is so interesting! Thanks for sharing!

[@edenwinea]

Wow this is heaven on earth specially one of those sister she went to mountain praying to God I’m crying none stop I feel there is a present of God so peace and joy dear God protect them deliver them from evil but I wish I visit you if you allow me and I thank you for your dedication to Jesus Christ bless you ....

[@jenniferashley1806]

I loved this film. I would come if only life came together perfectly. God Bless you dear Brides Of Christ. I love you all so very much.

[@josephjenkins6693]

Jennifer Ashley Life never comes together perfectly.

[@frugalhappy9572]

such an amazing documentary brings peace into your heart! God bless...

[@damianaherrera3861]

We are so blessed I feel full of your love and care thank you God for the inner peace we recieve from your holy glory I LOVE YOU GOD thank you for our Sisters.

[@damianaherrera3861]

Thank you God for your blessings and the beautiful gifts you have given us our dear Lord and Holy father.

[@jonathansolomon9435]

Love and Blessings Dear Sisters❤

[@EMS999ful]

What a lovely community, god bless you all.

[@gerrigates4437]

May God bless all of you Holy wonderful Sisters ALWAYS ❤️

[@degonsbanegas7802]

May all your prayers regarding the world return all to you and to you all nuns and may your intentions and those of your hierarchy be always in front of God omnipotent and may Jesus direct them towards your father and his realm, and may God be against all of of those whom intend to evil in the name of Jesus AMEN

[@galingmc]

I thank God for showing this to me not even knowing what it all about. Providentially this is what I planned recently to look for ... again! Please pray that I will listen carefully to our Master’s instruction and attend to it with the ears of my heart! St Benedict please guide & pray for me. Amen

[@ianmedium]

Oh wonderful, I have found this wonderful video again!

[@jennifervonpickartz2428]

Thank you. Love&Light.

[@josephinecahill5391]

Beautiful...thank you.

[@jasonchia3959]

You can sense the calm and soft joy from them.

[@augustineochieng643]

may God bless them for their devotion to christ

[@ghimie88]

I love this documentary, the hymn at the beginning and the beautiful sisters. Thank you. May God bless you always

[@riverdonoghue9992]

Love what they said about the monastic community being a school of love.

[@veronicarungkung8848]

May the Lord bless you. Amen.

[@irenelukas210]

Who are the benedictions in Erie pa.

[@mtm00]

Just lovely.

[@imra316]

Thank you Sisters! I truly thank you!...Robyn

[@jeannerivas5569]

An honest and beautiful documentary to attract those with a heart and will to be one with God.

[@nusratjamia7953]

Enjoy your videos very much.. I feel sad watching this videos gaves me peace..

[@dherendmani3830]

You and all sisters are angels of the whole world.

[@donatio1]

They’re so lucky to live such a fulfilling life 😖😢

[@scartezziscar396]

The beauty of these sisters make me believe more in God.

[@derekstynes9631]

Well I was Brought here from a Sad Story of Child Sexual Abuse in the Church and I Find My self Warmed and Nourished by These Holy Happy and Holistic People. God Bless them and Help them earn revenue to keep that Sanctuary Safe and Secure. I know it might be intrusive but really it would be great for them and the world if they could do a Series about how They live a 24 hours a Day, Rather like Big Brother , Holy Sister ? It would do very well and a few of us Lapsed Faithful could get something we need as well .

[@toddstevens6608]

Derek Stynes the scandals of this age in the Church are many and grave. Nonetheless, God's grace shines upon us, especially through those whose lives are wrapped around the heart of the Church.

[@Charity-vm4bt]

@@toddstevens6608 It is hard to know if living communally deprives people of personal privacy and development. By the time people are immersed in this kind of communal isolation for a while, they experience many emotional deprivations. They adjust to this lack without realizing the richness of emotional development they have missed when so many aspects of life remain latent. Experience matures us. That is how God made us. The plaster statues are symbols of possibly frozen emotional developmental states.

[@nickmelville7220]

@@Charity-vm4bt Everything you just said is based on your subjective, judgemental belief protestant-mindset . As far as statues and images: They're simply used to draw us deeper into mediation on the Sacred mysteries of our Salvation. They seem very joyful, peaceful and happy. Light hearted as well. Those are all emotions. Don't act like a Pharasee.

[@bodhicittafoundation9473]

It's sad that modern society does not fully comprehend the value of the contemplative life. I'm a Buddhust nun, but I think we have alot in common. Our order is also mostly older women, most describe because there is no support from the secular world or much infrastructure.

[@genetasefa4625]

What a life!! Pure , holy and uncontaminated life remain uncontaminated. God bless you all sisters.

[@jenntaa]

such a beautiful place and such beautiful people x

[@Lothrilo]

Que bello testimonio, y que bellos los paisajes. Muy relajante y da mucho de que pensar 💚🙏

[@stephaniedowell4345]

Misiricordina Si, estoy de acuerdo.

[@sisterheid5586]

Dear Reverend Abbess. Would you please accept me into your Community?? Sister M. Heid

[@sisterheid5586]

Would you be so kind in accepting me to come and join your beautiful Community? Sister M. Heid

[@johnmcgrath6192]

Thoughts are energy, prayers are energy. Prayers of love spread much needed energy ogf love into the world,

[@jenniferpalmer5130]

What a wonderful and perfect way of putting it. Everyone need more love in their life

[@mistyvioletconservative.3889]

I love this....... 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜😇🙏🏼✝️📖🌸

[@AFCreative500]

So far I have watched this video few times, it is interesting to see how they pray and work in their close knit community. Quiet and contemplating, and staying connected with God through their prayers and their work. May God bless them and their work 🙏✝️.

[@almeggs3247]

So happy to see y’all be committed to your habits!

[@donatio1]

Committed to Christ*

[@maryreynolds5310]

Dear Sisters, I will be writing you a letter in the next day or two, or over the next few days I should say. I hope you are still getting these texts messages after the years have past since this video came out..Anywho, I’m desperately needing your prayers but will explain in letter. I’m desperate to understand, to know more and to have God so closely surrounding my life in all ways. My struggles I think is a battle, a battle I will win for sure, it I need help! Again I will explain more. I’m 63 yrs old and have never wanted God in my life more..Thank you all, THANK YOU!

[@mrsuccessdavis3148]

Really God's time is the best thank you Jesus

[@nancyadam925]

I wish I can vist this place love it may god bless you and pray for me

[@riverdonoghue9992]

Really interesting documentary 👍

[@nicoledelissen977]

So touched by this life It is a blessing, to watch, share, feeling our One Heart. I bow to that 🧎‍♀️🕯🕊🌹🙏

[@ishmyl99]

This is a truly beautiful documentation. And the Sisters incredibly beautiful in spirit and being. Over the years, I have enjoyed watching this piece countless times. However, I notice this time (Sept. 13, 2021) that there are many audio gaps and audio-visual mismatches throughout the playback. Why is this? It badly affects the viewing of it.

[@ThomasSheehan-n6l]

I agree with and appreciate you nuns.

[@imeldapinera3874]

This is a big help for me as I plan to enter to thesame life.

[@ginettemorin2]

Wonderful documentary :-) Wonderful women!!!

[@worldview730]

Praise God & much respect to you sisters for the life you live. The world needs more sisters like you so it will be a better place to exist

[@jalisaadams154]

Nuns are angels on earth

[@sainumerlyjohn9202]

I hope i can visit this monastery one day....

[@PickleAllergy]

without Christ, all the prayers in the world simply do not matter.

[@pritanjali4867]

I stayed three yrs as aspirant great desire to be a nun!! but God has some other plan for me happily married now !!

[@moawalling2124]

Angelic people. Angelic songs being sung in the video. Any idea where I can get the names of the songs and the songs itself?

[@irishcountryman4866]

They may have a CD for sale. Enquire on the website would probably be the best option.

[@vikyviky7359]

It is beautiful. I would like to ask you if it is possible to visit The Cistercian Sisters and if I would be allowed to spend with them shorter time? Is it possible also for people who come from another European countries? I am looking for this experience but I could come only for shorter time. Could you please advise me? Are there also another orders from England or Ireland who anable you to join them? Vicki

[@GlencairnAbbey]

Hi Vicki. You can contact us at [e-mail] Blessings!

[@charmcityrocks]

Beautiful and inspiring documentary! The cinematography is stunning. Thank you. As these are Cistercian Sisters, would they be of the Strict Observance (OCSO) or of the Common Observance? Not sure if that distinction applies to Cistercian women's communities! I don't think they are of the Strict Observance or they would be called Trappistines. If anyone can shed some light an answer to on my question, it would be appreciated. Thank you from Baltimore, MD, USA

[@Frank-mm2yp]

Unlike some other monastic orders, these Cistercian sister do not take a"vow of silence". There are however rules they follow to maintain what they call an "atmosphere of silence".

[@donnaparker6409]

Please pray for me sisters