c. 400 AD
Augustinian
St. Augustine of Hippo
“You seek God through interior reflection and community.”
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Overview
The Augustinian tradition is rooted in St. Augustine's search for God through restless longing, interior reflection, and communal life. It emphasizes love, unity, and the search for truth.
History
Augustine's conversion and his Rule shaped a community of priests and brothers living in common, dedicated to prayer, study, and service.
Mission
To seek God together in community through prayer, study, and service, following the Rule of St. Augustine.
Vision of Holiness
Holiness is found in the restless pursuit of God, in deep self-knowledge, and in loving community life.
Daily Rhythm
- Office of Readings
- Morning Prayer
- Mass
- Study/Reading
- Lectio Divina
- Community Work
- Vespers
- Compline
Virtues
Love
Interior Search
Community
Truth
Humility
Restlessness for God
Temptations
Pride
Disordered desires
Restlessness
Self-deception
Prayer Life
Prayer is deeply personal and reflective, flowing from Augustine's Confessions. Interior prayer and self-examination are central.
Marian Devotion
Augustine had a tender devotion to Mary, seeing her as a model of faith and obedience.