Rhythms of Giving
For centuries the ancient yet evergreen way pioneered by Benedictine communities has encouraged self-support as an expression of authentic spiritual wisdom. Benedict understood that giving as a spiritual practice can be intentional, proportional, and—when shared—without burden.
It is with this same spirit of intention, proportion, and shared responsibility that the Community of Reconciliation invites you to support this vibrant “monastery beyond walls.” Through individual gifts, sustaining donations, participant fees, volunteer service, and foundation support we each give, as we are uniquely able. Together, we can provide for all—without burden for any.
About This Model of Giving
The Fish Foundation—recognizing the spiritual power of radical balance embodied in Benedictine wisdom and practice anchored in a community at Washington National Cathedral—generously provided a two-year development grant for the design and establishment of the program. Growing participant support and giving have helped extend the grant resources to more than three years.
In ongoing dialogue with companions, participants, friends, and leaders throughout the Community, we have embraced—in authentic Benedictine spirit—a model of forming and sustaining our programs largely through volunteer support and shared financial contributions.
Making Your Gift
Sustaining Contributions—encouraged for all who benefit from the Community— as monthly, recurring gifts to meet operational and program expenses. Contribute now »
Support Contribution—from all who value the Community—as occasional gifts of support and encouragement. Contribute now »
Commemorative Contribution—that honor, celebrate, or memorialize individuals and events. Contribute now »
About Giving
We trust each person’s process of discernment, understanding that all of us carry financial constraints and competing demands. As these gifts support our own spiritual care and help make this life way available for others, they are also intended to complement rather than replace giving to our own faith communities and charitable organizations. The Community of Reconciliation engages the principle of abundance, trusting that needs are fully met when shared by all who benefit!
Your gifts maintain a strong foundation for the administrative resources, guest lecturers, gatherings, workshops, pilgrimages, retreats, and constellation gatherings that support the Community. They also allow us to offer many events without fee, provide for the many scholarships offered to participants with need, and help nurture and encourage a range of emerging constellation communities.
Every gift helps us sound afresh the rhythms of radical balance, spiritual renewal, and reconciling action that can change our world, one life at a time. Thank you.
If you have thoughts or questions about this model for giving or ways that the Community can serve your life of balance and reconciliation, please give me a call at (202) 537-6217 or email me at companions@cathedral.org. Thank you for your gift of intention as we pioneer this monastery beyond walls!
Peace on the journey,
Dr. Greg Finch
Director, The Community of Reconciliation
Tim Carrington
Chariman of the Board, The Friends of St. Benedict