Frequently Asked Questions Garden statue

Do I have to be a member of a church to visit?

No, not at all. The Priory is open to all people who desire to deepen their inner life through quiet meditation and prayer.

Is it possible to have someone pray for me if I cannot come to the Priory?

Yes. It is our strong belief that the love of God can unite us in prayer across any distance and in any circumstance.

To be affiliated with the Priory, must I travel?

No. We know that travel is expensive and sometimes presents a difficulty not easily overcome. We maintain a spiritual community in prayer and frequent communication via email or phone. We do encourage those able to make a retreat once a year to a location convenient for them. We do not ask for funding and there are no affiliation fees.

Priory logo What is the significance of the Priory logo?

The logo shows the Chapel of St. John, Little Gidding England, the heart of the original Ferrar Community. This is the tiny Chapel that was restored by the Ferrar family and used for sacred worship and is where our community had its spiritual origins. It survives to this day as a testimony to the Ferrar's devotion and dedication to "restoring the sacred," not only in their lives but in the lives of all people with whom they came in contact.

What is your motto?

"Restoring the Sacred" is the motto of St. John's Priory. It reflects our kinship with the Ferrar community and their unique way of living. It also connects us with the needs of our contemporary culture, a culture that seeks peace in troubled times, a period very similar to the world of Ferrar's time.

How can I find out more about St. John's Chapel at Little Gidding?

The Knight's Templar have produced an excellent video that will give you more information: Click here

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What is the name of the cat?

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Our invitation to you

If you have ever felt called to a deeper prayer life but didn't know how to go about it:

If you have ever wondered if there was some way to deepen your relationship with the Lord but weren't sure how to proceed.

If you have ever felt that somehow the work and spend roller coaster of modern life was not where you wanted or needed to be and desired more peace in your soul, then please contact us.

Gabrielle Benedicte, CCS/N.A.

Joy Anselm Ware, CCS/N.A.