The Rule of St Benedict has much to say about faith, work and daily living. In a time when many are seeking space, silence and spiritual depth, the Rule retains relevance in a world where change is often feared, stability can be elusive and busyness interferes with listening to God. Life with St Benedict provides daily reflections on the Rule as an aid to enabling personal spiritual growth and prayer. Benedictine communities use a well-established pattern of daily readings to enable the entire Rule to be considered over a four-month period. Life with St Benedict follows this pattern. Each four-month long period begins on 1 January, 2 May and 1 September and each entry shows three dates on which it can be read. There are 122 readings and reflections in each period. 'St Benedict did not set out to save western civilisation, nor did he intend to found an ecclesiastical empire, but his monastic Rule generated a spiritual legacy that continues to shape Christian discipleship. In this companion to the Rule, Richard Frost shares his own experience as a Benedictine Oblate. He offers a distilled wisdom for daily reflection to help us deepen our love of God and neighbour. Benedict sought to bring ordinary people through the ordinary things of life closer to the God who is everywhere. I hope those who use this book will discover this reality for themselves and, in the words of Benedict, "prefer nothing to the love of Christ".' Rt Revd Robert Atwell, Bishop of Exeter 'Social scientists (such as myself) have noted with interest the renewed attention to monasticism in late modern societies. This fascinating book helps us to understand this. It explores the practical as well as spiritual relevance of monastic rhythms to daily living - in the 21st century just as any other. I recommend it warmly.' Grace Davie, Professor Emeritus in Sociology, University of Exeter 'A "little rule for beginners" has, by the providence of God, had an influence far beyond the expectations of its writer. Not only has it been the foundation of western monasticism, but it has inspired countless readers to reflect upon the gospel way of life as encapsulated by St Benedict. Among them is Oblate Richard Frost, and he is to be thanked for sharing his insights with us.' Dom Timothy Bavin OSB, Alton Abbey 'To discover the Rule of St Benedict is to encounter something that is at once inspiring, supporting, reassuring, challenging. Let this book be an introduction to the writing of a man who will change your life.' Esther de Waal, author of Seeking God: The way of St Benedict Richard Frost is a Reader in the Church of England and an Oblate of the Anglican Benedictine Community at Alton Abbey in Hampshire. Formerly an Employment Specialist helping people with mental health conditions, he writes a blog at workrestpray.com.