In a monastery garden
The Monastery of the Descent of the Holy Spirit near Pretoria has had its ups and downs since it was founded just over ten years ago. Hieromonk Seraphim has the pastoral care of the parish of Klerksdorp, and so is not in full-time residence. A young man, Justin, who is testibng his monastic calling, is in France studying ikonography. Another young man, Nikhon, stays at the monastery and looks after the church, and leads prayers if there is no priest, but does not think he is called to a celibate life.
The main church at the Monastery of the Descent of the Holy Spirit
Looking west from the monastery garden. On the left is the fig tree from which fig preserves are made for visitors
Monastery of the Descent of the Holy Spirit: Trapeza, bell tower and chapel
In a monastery garden
It is a quiet place, and a good place to come to pray.
