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Jordan Prins
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Studying theology + hermeneutics. Creator, writer, lover of art, food, dogs & France. Midwest (WI) raised, living in Paris.
Love being a part of @urbanmonastic.org and all we're doing. 6 years has flown by, and I'm excited to see what the upcoming years will bring! Would love for you to join us if you feel a bit of the monastic impulse to your way of living.
Reflecting on Six Years of Urban Monasticism

A look back on 6 years of God's faithfulness. Let us reflect, celebrate, give God praise, & pray for the many years to come. I would be deeply appreciate if you could give this a read, and then spend time praising God & asking for His help on our behalf.
Reflecting on Six Years of Urban Monasticism - Urban Monastic
It has now been six years since we gathered for the very first time as Urban Monastics. There were a dozen of us in a small Parisian apartment in the
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December 1, 2025 at 7:36 PM
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Our cat had a great day getting blessed at the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity here in Paris (part of the Episcopal Convocation of Europe). Many comments for how fluffy and how big he is. I’m pretty sure he was bigger than half the dogs who were there. ⚓️
October 5, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Overheard (in my apartment) : “ya know, Christ was a bit of a goofball…”

I may need to keep that in the back of mind next time I engage the text.
August 20, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Today a woman at the #NoKings protest in Paris told @paul.urbanmonastic.org he was the “most attractive priest she’d ever seen”… I mean, I don’t disagree… but 😂
June 14, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Peaceful and lovely protest here in Paris, pro-democracy, anti-evil. Standing for what's right. #NoKings
Back from #NoKings in Paris and I thought I'd share a few photos
June 14, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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absolutely horrifying: "Minnesota state senator John Hoffman in Champlin and Minnesota state representative Melissa Hortman in Brooklyn Park were reportedly shot in their homes by a gunman impersonating a police officer."
Sources say two Minnesota lawmakers have been shot
Sources have told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS' Tom Hauser that two Minnesota Lawmakers have been shot.
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June 14, 2025 at 1:54 PM
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Let's all take a moment to read the Posse Comitatus Act of 1878. It's only one sentence.
June 9, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Loved getting to have lunch with this bunch today!! So encouraging. Love seeing the continual thread of God’s movements over decades. Excited to be a part of what’s to come!
What a wonderful lunch with @dianabutlerbass.bsky.social, Richard, and @jordanprins.com. Love making new friends and meeting kindred spirits as they pass through Paris! Looking forward to keeping in touch.
June 9, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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And the promised kitten photos. Yes, we took our kitten to the river for a happy hour.
March 29, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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Our buddy, Serif, turned four yesterday! So a caturday post in honor of his fluffiness. Two kitten photos, and two recent ones. Check out that dangle leg!
March 29, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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Are you Clergy or Teach Religion in Scotland?

It would be so wonderful if you would help us spread the word to your community and students. You could easily share the link below, or put up one of the B/W A4 posters. You are also most welcome to join us!

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Join us for a day retreat in Scotland on Saturday March 1st at St Mary's in Edinburgh!

Set aside a day to devote yourself fully to prayer, rest, and silence. You will receive everything you need to enjoy God’s presence and to explore different ways to pray.

Learn more & Register on our Website.
An Urban Monastic Day in Edinburgh on 1 March 2025
Join us for a day devoted to prayer, rest, and silence. Step out of your normal rhythms, slow down, and pray with others.
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February 12, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Lovely reflection written by my friend. Let us all continue with the perseverance to bring mercy and justice.
January 30, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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New Lectio Divina this week read by @jordanprins.com.

You're invited to set aside 15 minutes to pray through the Beatitudes as they appear in the Gospel of Luke. #LectioDivina
The Beatitudes from Luke - Luke 6:20-26 - Urban Monastic
Then He looked up towards His disciples, and began to speak. Blessed are the poor, for yours is the Kingdom of God. Blessed are you who hunger now, for you will be satisfied.
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January 28, 2025 at 3:35 PM
In Edinburgh or Glasgow, or the surrounding area?? Join us for a day of [silent] prayer on March 1, leading into Lent! It will be a lovely day praying together, and separately, in a beautiful cathedral, with lunch provided... what more could you need?! Join us!!
Registration has just opened for our March 1st retreat in Edinburgh! Priced at £40 for a day of prayer with a hot lunch and book to guide us through. We will be praying in the beautiful St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral.

There are only 50 places available. Let's Pray Together!
An Urban Monastic Day in Edinburgh on 1 March 2025
Join us for a day devoted to prayer, rest, and silence. Step out of your normal rhythms, slow down, and pray with others.
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January 15, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Wrote a little piece for Urban Monastics last week on bettering our cities via volunteering for the Olympics!
Walking with God as an Olympic Volunteer

@jordanprins.com was one of the 40,000 volunteers of the Paris Olympic Games. Together, we pursued a better future for my city and our world. I got to partner in many beautiful ways God was already working in people.

Read her meditation on our Way of Life ↓
Walking with God as an Olympic Volunteer - Urban Monastic
I was one of the 40,000 volunteers of the Paris Olympic Games. Together, we pursued a better future for my city and our world. I got to partner in many beautiful ways God was already working in people...
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January 15, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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Registration has just opened for our March 1st retreat in Edinburgh! Priced at £40 for a day of prayer with a hot lunch and book to guide us through. We will be praying in the beautiful St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral.

There are only 50 places available. Let's Pray Together!
An Urban Monastic Day in Edinburgh on 1 March 2025
Join us for a day devoted to prayer, rest, and silence. Step out of your normal rhythms, slow down, and pray with others.
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January 14, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Went to the first Christmas Market of the season tonight! Toulousian sausage, tartiflette, and beer. Thanks for a nice evening tuileries garden. Advent and Christmas is a wonderful time to live in Paris.
December 12, 2024 at 8:56 PM
Starting to get into linocuts! I've got a lot to learn, but really loving this new medium! Anyone else out there doing this? Got any tips for me?
November 23, 2024 at 4:44 PM
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Beware of any Christian movement that acts as though the world is full of enemies to be destroyed rather than full of neighbors to be loved.
November 23, 2024 at 3:57 AM
I’m better translating images.
Glass of wine in-hand, chilly weather outside, enjoying the twinkly lights, and candles on my table.. contemplating the chaos of life swirling around me. Happy Saturday.
November 16, 2024 at 8:52 PM
@theodramatist.com don't know if we've actually chatted yet... but two things: 1. you seem slightly scared in your profile pic. 😅 and 2. I'm from WI too! Hi 👋
November 16, 2024 at 5:24 PM
OK, coming back to the skies... other places are just so toxic, and I feel like the more I'm here, the more I find my people.
November 16, 2024 at 5:18 PM
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Join us for our first ever Urban Monastic retreat. It will be in Minneapolis on June 25th. The day will be devoted to prayer, rest, and silence. Hope that we can share that day in prayer together.
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Join us for an Urban Monastic Day in Minneapolis
Set aside Tuesday June 25, 2024 to devote yourself fully to prayer. Step outside your normal rhythms, slow down, and pray with others in Minneapolis. You wil...
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June 4, 2024 at 8:32 PM
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Every month I treasure these times together. From the liturgies to the conversation. Just so meaningful to connect, share, and be encouraged.

This conversation on embodying the fruit of the Spirit is easily one of my favorites. Top 5 from the last 4 years. It was so rich, personal, and encouraging.
What a wonderful gathering of Urban Monastics today. Together we started in Vespers, Eucharst, and a really wonderful conversation on Embodying the Fruit of the Spirit.

It is a wonderful hour to bless you today or this week.
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Embodying the Fruit of the Spirit · a Gathering
You're invited to this Gathering of Urban Monasticism. During this hour, we will pray the Divine Office of Vespers, share the Eucharist, and enjoy a conversa...
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January 7, 2024 at 8:50 PM
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Christmas is a tough time of year to be an immigrant. I’m so glad that our families over there get to enjoy each others company. Being so far away is just hard.

Could you pray for us, and all those like us who are far from family this holiday?
December 17, 2023 at 10:35 PM