The Common Room is a regular Anselm Society community gathering based on the “Scriptorium” events at Pusy House Oxford, and the older monastic tradition of setting aside special rooms for the copying of manuscripts.

This is not an event. It is an opportunity to set aside a day (or a significant portion of one) for study or creating, in the company of likeminded souls doing the same.

• 12pm: Lunch together (bring your own)

• 1pm: Prayer for our work

• 1:10pm-4pm: Quiet time for work and study

• 4:30pm: Evening Prayer to transition us back to the rest of the day

Questions? Contact Elisa Lambert.

Signups coming soon.

What to expect

• Food? Coffee, tea, water, and light snacks will be provided. Bring your own lunch.

• Format? This is not a typical “third place” like a coffee shop. It is a structured time built around community and prayer—the prayer time, the discipline, and the meal together are part of the experience. Plan to attend the whole time.

• Workspace situation and noise volume? There will be a variety of spaces in which to work (including one where you can take a break or bounce ideas around without disturbing people), and different types of furniture setups. The default in most spaces is quiet (like a library).

• Acceptable types of work? If it’s quiet and fuels your generativity, you’re probably good! Reading, studying, writing, drawing, journaling, etc.