Dear Abbess Martha, Brothers and Sisters,

It has been a great honor to walk along side you for the last few years exploring and sharing Benedictine spirituality in monastic life. Those years have established me at home with deep gratitude.

The desolate valley I brought with me as an applicant in discernment and later a novice oblate has turned into a green one with pools of water.

Your openness of heart and spirit enriched every step of the way. I will aways hold you dearly as brothers and sisters in Christ.

Very truly yours,
Cynthia Reece