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The Desert Monk
United States
Приєднався 24 лип 2020
Br. David, a devoted monk from the Monastery of Christ in the Desert, New Mexico, shares his spiritual journey on a UA-cam channel. As a Benedictine member, he offers a unique insight into modern monastic life, showcasing prayer rituals and weaving projects. In an age of technological distraction, "The Desert Monk" encourages viewers to find solace and meaning. Br. David's videos reveal the simplicity and depth of monastic life, whether in the monastery gardens, manual labor, or silent contemplation. His channel serves as a reminder to cultivate spiritual practices amid life's chaos.
Spirituality, Monastic life, Sustainable living, and Unique Experiences are found here.
[Link to Br. David's UA-cam channel: thedesertmonkbrdavid.wordpress.com]
www.youtube.com/@TheDesertMonk?sub_confirmation=1
Spirituality, Monastic life, Sustainable living, and Unique Experiences are found here.
[Link to Br. David's UA-cam channel: thedesertmonkbrdavid.wordpress.com]
www.youtube.com/@TheDesertMonk?sub_confirmation=1
A Year in Reflection: My Life in 100 Moments (2024 Highlights)
Join me on a visual journey through 2024, from building an organ to shearing sheep, and even taking a scenic train ride to Washington State. Set to the timeless tune of "Auld Lang Syne," this video features 100 of my most memorable photos spanning January 1st to December 28th. It’s a personal reflection of life as a Benedictine monk, celebrating the simple and profound moments of the year. After a 3-month hiatus, I’m excited to share these memories with you and aim to create more heartfelt content in 2025. Enjoy!
funny due to AI I have stopped creating videos because of all the fake and lack of human-created video channels like mine. we are a dining breed. however, I will try to get 3 videos out next year a mouth. up from an average of 1.5
, I am Br. David O.S.B., a monk of the Monastery of Christ in the Desert in New Mexico.
Follow me on Facebook: thedesertmonk
Website: thedesertmonkbrdavid.wordpress.com/
Instagram: thedesertmonk
---Created playlists---
Shadow the Lamb, or "Lamb Lamb" ua-cam.com/video/IFDdK-CkyFo/v-deo.html
Daily Monastic Life
ua-cam.com/video/m07p4qcZMh0/v-deo.html
Weaving Studio
ua-cam.com/video/z9IuzpulFCM/v-deo.html
From the Farm
ua-cam.com/video/K4mBTlJkDEQ/v-deo.html
funny due to AI I have stopped creating videos because of all the fake and lack of human-created video channels like mine. we are a dining breed. however, I will try to get 3 videos out next year a mouth. up from an average of 1.5
, I am Br. David O.S.B., a monk of the Monastery of Christ in the Desert in New Mexico.
Follow me on Facebook: thedesertmonk
Website: thedesertmonkbrdavid.wordpress.com/
Instagram: thedesertmonk
---Created playlists---
Shadow the Lamb, or "Lamb Lamb" ua-cam.com/video/IFDdK-CkyFo/v-deo.html
Daily Monastic Life
ua-cam.com/video/m07p4qcZMh0/v-deo.html
Weaving Studio
ua-cam.com/video/z9IuzpulFCM/v-deo.html
From the Farm
ua-cam.com/video/K4mBTlJkDEQ/v-deo.html
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Setting the Stage: Preparing to Shear Churro Sheep at the Monastery - The Desert Monk
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Today, I’m getting everything ready to shear our churro sheep here at the Monastery of Christ in the Desert. In this video, you'll see how I prepare the shearing area and move the sheep from the fields to the holding pen. While the shearing itself didn't happen this morning, I managed to start later in the afternoon-stay tuned for that in tomorrow's video. Hello, I am Br. David O.S.B., a monk o...
Solar-Powered River Cam Captures High Desert Wildlife in New Mexico
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At the Monastery of Christ in the Desert in New Mexico. What happens when you set up a solar-powered camera in the remote wilderness of New Mexico? A lot more than you'd expect! Across from the Monastery of Christ in the Desert, I built a river monitoring system-but instead of just watching the water flow, I got an incredible view of local wildlife in action. Join me on this journey as I captur...
Monastic Homecoming: Cloister Surprises & Wool
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Returning from a long trip to the Pacific Northwest, I found our monastery cloister in disarray-our pond water supply tanks had mysteriously risen from the ground. In this video, I share how we tackled this unexpected challenge and provide an update on our ongoing sheep and wool processing efforts. Experience the daily rhythm of life as a Catholic monk, where even homecomings bring unique surpr...
Into the Pacific Northwest: Oakland to Seattle Scenic Route
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Join me on a serene and picturesque journey along the stunning Pacific Coast! 🌊🚂 From the vibrant streets of Los Angeles to the lush landscapes of Seattle, this four-part series takes you on a visual and musical adventure through some of the most breathtaking scenery in the western United States. Part 1: LA to Santa Barbara We begin our journey in Los Angeles, heading north along the coast. Wat...
From Beaches to Bay: Santa Barbara to Oakland by Rail
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Join me on a serene and picturesque journey along the stunning Pacific Coast! 🌊🚂 From the vibrant streets of Los Angeles to the lush landscapes of Seattle, this four-part series takes you on a visual and musical adventure through some of the most breathtaking scenery in the western United States. Part 1: LA to Santa Barbara We begin our journey in Los Angeles, heading north along the coast. Wat...
Coastal Beginnings: A Train Adventure from LA to Seattle
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Join me on a serene and picturesque journey along the stunning Pacific Coast! 🌊🚂 From the vibrant streets of Los Angeles to the lush landscapes of Seattle, this four-part series takes you on a visual and musical adventure through some of the most breathtaking scenery in the western United States. Part 1: LA to Santa Barbara We begin our journey in Los Angeles, heading north along the coast. Wat...
My Last Video? Summer Update - The Desert Monk
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Hello, I am Br. David O.S.B., a monk of the Monastery of Christ in the Desert in New Mexico. Follow me on Facebook: thedesertmonk Website: thedesertmonkbrdavid.wordpress.com/ Instagram: thedesertmonk Created playlists Shadow the Lamb, or "Lamb Lamb" ua-cam.com/video/IFDdK-CkyFo/v-deo.html Daily Monastic Life ua-cam.com/video/m07p4qcZMh0/v-deo.html Weaving Studio ua-c...
Silent Service: Life of a Shepherd Monk - Monastery of Christ in the Desert - churro sheep
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Join me, in this video, the only soundtrack is the whispering winds of the high desert and the gentle sounds of sheep. This video takes you on a tranquil journey just after Verspers, as I tend to my flock near our monastery. Witness the natural harmony of life as I guide the sheep and their loyal guard donkey from their daytime field back to their nighttime enclosure. No music, no interruptions...
Catholic monk cooks dinner - What Did I Make?
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Hello, I am Br. David O.S.B., a monk of the Monastery of Christ in the Desert in New Mexico. Follow me on Facebook: thedesertmonk Website: thedesertmonkbrdavid.wordpress.com/ Instagram: thedesertmonk Created playlists Shadow the Lamb, or "Lamb Lamb" ua-cam.com/video/IFDdK-CkyFo/v-deo.html Daily Monastic Life ua-cam.com/video/m07p4qcZMh0/v-deo.html Weaving Studio ua-c...
Easter Vigil - Choirmaster POV - Monastery of Christ in the Desert
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Hello, I am Br. David O.S.B., a monk of the Monastery of Christ in the Desert in New Mexico. Follow me on Facebook: thedesertmonk Website: thedesertmonkbrdavid.wordpress.com/ Instagram: thedesertmonk Created playlists Shadow the Lamb, or "Lamb Lamb" ua-cam.com/video/IFDdK-CkyFo/v-deo.html Daily Monastic Life ua-cam.com/video/m07p4qcZMh0/v-deo.html Weaving Studio ua-c...
New Youtube Channel @Chantsandchisels - my maker space
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"Guess what? A new channel! Yes, I've been holding onto a backlog of videos that I haven't shared on this channel because I figured they might bore most of you. So, I've decided to launch a new channel where I can upload all the things I make, build, and repair here at the monastery. This channel won't change, but it'll have fewer computer and tech-related content." Check out the new channel @C...
Chiseling Sound: A Monk’s Fusion of Faith and Fabrication
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Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of organ building with a unique twist. Watch as a dedicated craftsman combines tradition with technology, using a laser engraver to create exquisite organ stop pull knobs. This behind-the-scenes look showcases the meticulous process of bringing a homemade organ to life, piece by piece. Whether you’re a music enthusiast, a DIY aficionado, or simply ...
Harmony in Bytes: Building a Digital Organ - Stop pulls - Part 1.5 - Arduino Controlled
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Part one ua-cam.com/video/aUxGYCScfRs/v-deo.html Arduino Micro Pro Stop Pulls and preset control Join us on a mesmerizing journey as Brother David combines ancient traditions with modern technology, crafting a digital organ for our monastery church. In this captivating video, witness the fusion of spirituality and innovation as we delve into the meticulous process of building and testing this u...
Spring Symphony: A Monk's Melody of Life - monastery of Christ in the Desert
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Welcome to a tranquil corner of the world, where the gentle rays of spring sunshine kiss the earth, and life bursts forth in vibrant hues. In this serene video, we delve into the heartwarming story of a monk and his unique companions - a flock of sheep, and one particularly mischievous ram named Chewy. As we wander through the monastery grounds on this idyllic day, we witness the monk's unwaver...
Church veiled in Purple - Monks at work - Monastery of Christ in the Desert
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Church veiled in Purple - Monks at work - Monastery of Christ in the Desert
Harmony in Bytes: Building a Digital Organ - Part 1 - for the Monastery Church
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Harmony in Bytes: Building a Digital Organ - Part 1 - for the Monastery Church
Channel Growth - A quick Thanks - God's blessing. Real monk, no AI
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Channel Growth - A quick Thanks - God's blessing. Real monk, no AI
Snow in the High Desert - Christ in the Desert - Photos by The Desert Monk
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Snow in the High Desert - Christ in the Desert - Photos by The Desert Monk
Handmade Weaving with My Own Flock's Wool - Monastery of Christ in the desert
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Handmade Weaving with My Own Flock's Wool - Monastery of Christ in the desert
The Art of Weaving: Monk's Snowy Day Struggles Turn into Masterpiece
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The Art of Weaving: Monk's Snowy Day Struggles Turn into Masterpiece
Experience a Snowy Day at a Desert Monastery
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Experience a Snowy Day at a Desert Monastery
A Tranquil New Year at the Monastery: Reflecting, Renewing, and Sharing Joy!
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A Tranquil New Year at the Monastery: Reflecting, Renewing, and Sharing Joy!
Christmas Eve at the Monastery of Christ in the Desert
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Christmas Eve at the Monastery of Christ in the Desert
@OneMansOdyssey interviews The Desert Monk
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@OneMansOdyssey interviews The Desert Monk
Brother Savio Vu solemn vows - Christ in the Desert
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Brother Savio Vu solemn vows - Christ in the Desert
Snowy Serenity: A Day in the Life of a Monastic Shepherd 🌨️🐑
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Snowy Serenity: A Day in the Life of a Monastic Shepherd 🌨️🐑
From Monk to Machinist: Building and Operating a DIY CNC Machine
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From Monk to Machinist: Building and Operating a DIY CNC Machine
Monk search for lost Sheep and Donkey - Monastery of Christ in the Desert
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Monk search for lost Sheep and Donkey - Monastery of Christ in the Desert
First real storm in a very long - Monastery of Christ in the Desert - no happing AI here
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First real storm in a very long - Monastery of Christ in the Desert - no happing AI here
Beautiful ! Cant wait for your next upload , from an oblate OSB across the big pond!
How much would this cost in the industry?
I have no idea. As a pro cook, I was paid, what I thought was good, per week, but given the choice of what to cook. Look up what entree chefs are paid
Which desert does your name refer to?
The one I live in, the high desert of New Mexico an area just south of Colorado
Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all! You sir have had a lot of adventures.
Beautiful!!!
Beautiful!
Thank you very much for this beautiful reflection of the year ✝️ Congratulations on winning the competition for the wool 🎉🎉 Praying for many blessings for every You and everyone at the Christ in the desert🙏💕 It's like Christmas Day when you put out a video. 🎉 Just subscribe 🙏 Sincerely Prince 😇
And may your new year be blessed.
thank you for showing the segment regarding the pumps hooked up to the solar panel. that was very interesting. your voice is calming and you explain in detail what is what on the small black boxes/gauges etc. also your cat is lovely and loves you. awesome again thank you for sharing.
God’s blessings to you.
thank you so much for showing how to fix the plug end of that cord. so good to know.
Such a rich and fulfilling life and to know that you receive God's unconditional Perfect Love which gives you Perfect Joy that is never ending. Can't complain about that ! Have a great 2025 ! 🎆🎆🎆
God's blessing to you, may your new year be full of joy.
Thank you. I am honored to share your journey from afar.
Happy New Year to you and all of the brothers.
Happy New Year! May God continue His Blessings upon you and your Brothers!
God's blessing to you
Happy New Year, and thank you again for the videos! Best
thanks for the PG Tips? God's blessing.
@@TheDesertMonk Yep: Welcome, and thank you.
Happy New Year and we look forward to more great things from you Desert Monk!
Sursum Corda.
We lift them up to the Lord
Awesome 😊 Thanks for sharing! Happy New Year 🎉 Blessings ❤🔥🕊🙏
God bless you also, may 2025 be blessed for you.
Nicely done!
Thank you! I'm glad you liked it.
That was so beautiful. Thank you and God bless you. May you and your brothers have a blessed new year.
God bless you too, I hope you have a very blessed new year!
Speak a word of life to me brother
Jesus Christ is Lord
@@TheDesertMonk Thank you. Happy solemnity of the Blessed Virgin. And happy new year.
that should have been Jesus! i think my spell checker changed it, hummm
@@TheDesertMonk no worries brother. I got your meaning 😊
I'm a novice Benedictine oblate , thanks for your videos which are very edifying. I pray God will provide an opportunity for me to one day visit your monastery . Pax
I will be back in early 2025. God’s blessing
@TheDesertMonk I will watch out for your next upload , thank you
Very interesting.👍
Mr. Desert Monk. Hope you're doing well. I'd love to see some trail cam footage especially in snow as well as the whole area with snow. We live in the eastern US but I love the desert.
Working on it, taking a break for a few months to work on a few projects here at the monastery. I hope to get something up a few days before Christmas. God’s blessing
Very nice. I’m surprised your camera caught so many animals! Spiders can also travel by spinning long threads and then letting the wind take them further I’ve seen. Wow, look at those coyotes, elk, birds and deer.
too slow
It is not about speed right now, it is a monastic think, you might not understand.
If you’re already Catholic, speak to a vocations director
God bless 🎉
Love ❤
Love your videos! TY TY
Thanks, God’s blessings
👏🏽✝️💟
This Monk is powered by the Lord. He weaves, cooks Christmas dinners and pizzas, cleans, designs solar irrigation systems, shears sheep, build organs, manages wireless networks, etc. and of course prays. What a great example for the rest of us.
i could watch the wildlife for hours...great sound on the camera
Such a peaceful life.❤
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Absolutely wonderful! Thank you for sharing all this beauty. God Bless.
Beautiful ceremony what is the chant they start to sing at 16:00
At his solemn profession, the monk commits himself to God, singing three times before the altar the verse, “Suscipe me Domine secundum eloquium tuum et vivam, et non confundas me in expectatione mea!” (Uphold me, Lord, according to your word, and do not disappoint me in my hope).
the box must have openings if the fan is to flow-thru cooling air.
Yes the is a screen just before the fan.
So cool to see the all wildlife in your videos! Thank you for sharing.
New Mexico, especially where you live, is beautiful! I loved seeing the elk, coyotes, turkeys - and the young men waving. Thank you for sharing your joy!
Love your new camera setup and the wildlife! I hope you show us much more of this. And I like the variety of topics you've shown us.
I am sure there will be more, I am looking to place another camera about a mile north of us.
Дорогий брате монах-пустельник, дякую тобі за труд молитовний і мужність перебувати на пустелі. Хотілось би дізнатися більше інформації про монастир твій і як ти прийшов до нього. Щиро дякую за відео. Дуже цікаво. Прошу молитов братніх. Божої помочі та опіки на усіх шляхах. Молитовно обняв по брацьки. Христос між нами.
перейдіть на наш веб-сайт Христос у пустелі або christdesert.org
Looks so peaceful
Насправді життя в єремі не легке і для ченця 24/7-непрестанна боротьба. Але не чуло того вухо та не бачило того око, що приготував Господь Бог усім люблячим Його. Бажаю вам спасіння во Христі Ісусі Господеві нашому. Мир вам.
Catching some great wildlife sceens with your camera...and some 2 legged "wild life" as well
Thank you Brother! I got a chuckle out of the Bewitched editing trick where one moment you show no deer, then cut to same daylight scene with lots of deer! ❤️
had to cut some of the videos short, I have hours of footage, I might upload the later this year in full.
God bless you, Brother. I'm from NM and love the videos of this beautiful state.
The beautiful Chama Valley - I lived in the area briefly and do miss it. Thank you Brother.
Brother, I am glad to see you are still making videos. Beautiful wildlife, thank you for sharing.
getting harder are harder to produce video right now, will try to get one a month for now.
It's been such a wet summer, you should see the weeds in my yard! I'm glad you had a good trip and are back safe and sound in New Mexico!
Good to be back , great trip, and thank. For sporting the scam on our Facebook group
How do you become a Catholic monk
That can be a very long answer, however the short and incomplete one is be a Catholic, seek God, and visit a monastery, any monastery to get an idea of what it is like.
Thank you Dom David 👋🏾👋🏾 #NewSubscriber