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COURSE OF MONASTIC FORMATION (CFM)

Learn about the background of your monastic vocation

Elements of the triennial course are lectures about the bible, the history and writing of monasticism, monastic theology, canonical law, the rule of St. Benedict, the cistercian fathers and many more.

CFM
CISTERCIAN MONASTIC FORMATION

Welcome to CFM, a course for monastic formation hosted in the Generalate of the Cistercian Order in Rome. Our course is designed for students from the Cistercian, Trappist, and Benedictine orders, as well as monks and nuns who feel close to our tradition. Join us to explore the rich history and sources of monastic life, the bible, the liturgy, and more. Let us guide you on a journey of spiritual discovery and formation in Christ's body to become a disciple rooted in the beautiful spirituality of the Cistercian Order. Enroll for next years course by contacting us.

Next years course

The CFM 2025 will take place:

25. August - 19. September

Not yet in monastic formation, but interested in a monastic experience? Click here.

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