Benedicite
The Latin word “benedicite” can, in a certain context, mean “welcome!” In essence it means much more: it is a blessing. So it is something good and precious that each guest brings with him or her. It is St Benedict’s conviction that it is Christ Himself who comes to us in each guest. This is why each person coming to us deserves our respect and attention. From this point of view no guest comes “by chance” but is brought to us by God who gives us His blessing with this very person. In this there is a hidden value both for you and for us.

