A Monk's Day

A typical day unfolds like this:

3:15 Rise, the Office of Vigils
6:30 Morning Prayer and Eucharist
9:00 Mid-Morning Prayer, Work till 11:30
11:45 Mid-Day Prayer, Dinner in common, Dishes
2:00 Mid-Afternoon Prayer, Work till 4:30
5:45 Evening Prayer, Meditation
7:45 Compline and Retire

On Sundays there is not Work. Throughout the day there are several periods of time for personal prayer, reading and study, walks and creative activities. A light breakfast and a light evening meal are available in the early morning and late afternoon. A siesta afternoon meal is optional.