Spending 2 Weeks With UKs Strictest Nuns | Stacey Dooley: Inside The Convent

Our girl Stacey Dooley is back with another documentary feature as she spends 10 days living alongside the nuns of St Hilda's Priory Order of the Holy Paraclete, in Whitby!

Stacey's life is a whirlwind. Her balance between work and life has always been a struggle. Although she's not a religious person, at the convent she is given the unique opportunity to try and connect to the rhythms of a deeper, slower, quieter and more meaningful way of being. Stacey will be adhering to the nun's strict timetable, eating meals in silence, learning how to pray and singing in their choir. Very little has changed at the convent in the 115 years since its foundation however this way of life is dying out.

How will Stacey cope with the sisters' strict lifestyle and what can she learn to make her life more meaningful?


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[micheletotton]

I marvel at this woman's ability to being so likeable, astute, open and self-aware. The nuns were lovely and good ambassadors for their calling

[emmahardesty]

A good reminder: Whether or not one has any interest in any religion, retreats into monastic situations provide thoughtful, personal revelations. Always nice to put life on pause.

[millename]

The nuns are so good-humoured! I love the atmosphere in the convent.

[jesscarolan]

I love how open, honest, and candid the sisters were

[MoroMoro]

36:40 "dying is something that nobody else can do for you. It's something you have to do on your own." I enjoyed watching this.

[brittawrolson]

The convent you stayed at is absolutely beautiful. Modern, spacious, and bright -contrary to what many of us imagine.

[retiredrunaways]

I wish to find more programs like this. It was so heartwarming! A bright light in most I find in media.

[syfjbmz]

Just because you are “ religious or spiritual “, doesn’t mean you don’t have a life or sense of humor. Believing in God doesn’t mean you sit in a pew 24/7. I go to Church not out of duty or compulsion, I go because I believe.
But aside from that, I really do love Stacey on all of her documentaries. She’s the BEST

[rumblefish]

I went to a an all-girl Catholic school run by Belgian nuns. And really they could be considered the female version of the Jesuits. The focus was on science and the arts, and while we did have catechism and theology classes, the school was also focused on instilling a sense of social justice. Part of our tuition funded a scholarship and a law center dedicated to helping women and children who were victims of domestic violence. The nuns in that order were encouraged to get a college education and most studied social work in order to serve the community. Back then I took for granted the education that I received but it's made me the woman and feminist I am today.

[patriciarouse]

Offering a glimpse into the daily life of these Sisters is very dear.

[gammamaster]

Ladies like these seem a dying breed, not just on account of their religious vocation, but their kindness, humility, and grace. Such lovely ladies, they remind me of my nan and her friends.

[jimbim]

As a jew who grew up in a religious household and schools, I can't think of anyone else that I would have watched to cover this story. Stacey is just a wonderful, curious and extremely empathetic person and interviewer. Quite fascinating!

[gmtegirl]

I love the answers that the sisters provide. So thoughtful and calm. I wish I could think like they do

[carolinahenn]

As I am a devoted Christian I loved this episode, and the love that shines out of the nuns. And Stacey is so respectful. I am 100% with Stacey when it comes to waking up that early every day of my life. It is something to aspire to, to get your quiet time with the Lord before the day starts. But I am very very thankful that there is so much freedom in God. I am just not made for early mornings😂

[milindadawson]

As a person of faith this is one of my favorite episodes. Praying Stacy will experience the most beautiful presence of God in her life

[Monica-gene]

As a Jewish woman (married to a catholic), I so enjoyed this so much. These nuns are so very kind and honest. And Stacey you are just wonderful and real. Thank you ❤

[mango]

This was a truly enjoyable and enlightening video. Stacy treated her experience with genuine respect and caring for the nuns, their spiritual callings and their devotion to their work. I was amazed at the nun's candidness, humor and awareness of worldly issues. As a Catholic who has fallen away from his faith, this has given me so much to think about as I live out my life's journey.

[wendyberdan]

I love how that nun told Stacey that she can ask God to show you his existence! If she is open, he will show her! Great show and I love how Stacey is open to visiting these nuns.

[juliakent]

This was beautiful. These ladies are so authentic. You know they are praying for your Stacey. That itself is the best gift they gave you! I experienced God all throughout my childhood and love him deeply. I teach all my children about God's love and we are living our lives with great purpose. It's a beautiful thing to know He hears every word we say. Such comfort, joy, stability and overwhelming love! I pray He will find you too dear one!😊

[kalt]

As an autistic woman, I can see how this life could be absolutely amazing. The calm, the quiet, the predictability, the routine. If I were a Christian and if Christianity was my special interest, there would be no life more ideal for me. ❤