Prayer, Work &
Community Living

Responding to the needs
of the Church and the world

Our Mission

We, the Sisters of the Order of Saint Benedict in St. Joseph, Minn., are a monastic community of women who seek God in our daily lives according to the Gospel and the Rule of Benedict. Through our ministry of prayer, work and community living, we listen and respond to the needs of the Church and the world.

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Prayer Requests

As a Benedictine monastic community, a significant part of our mission is prayer. Is there someone or something you would like us to pray for? You’re invited to share your special intentions with us. You will be remembered during our daily prayer of Liturgy of the Hours, and your request will be shared on a community bulletin board seen by the sisters every day.

It is our privilege to pray for you. God bless you!

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Message From the Prioress

We are now in the season of Eastertide, the period lasting from Easter to Pentecost which we’ll celebrate on May 24. It’s a time to spend reflecting on the mystery of the Resurrection and its promise that death is not the end. May these weeks bless you with glimpses of the light that flows from our Risen Savior and reassure you that in the midst of conflict, violence and darkness, there is hope.

With trust in Christ’s promises,

Prioress Karen Rose, OSB

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Grounding Our Emotions During Tough Times • June 6, 2026

How can we stay grounded in our experience, more fully realizing that God accompanies us during tough times? We will explore the Benedictine practice of stability by learning to practice self-compassion, knowing that “Where I am is where God is for me.”

Date: Saturday, June 6, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Facilitator: Becky Van Ness, OblSB

Limit: Minimum of 5, maximum of 10 participants

Fee: $60 (includes noon meal)

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Daily Meditation for May 1, 2026

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May has traditionally been dedicated to Mary, the mother of Jesus, but in 1955 Pope Pius XII proclaimed May 1 as the day dedicated to St. Joseph the Worker. Joseph, the spouse of Mary and foster father of Jesus, who gave his labor, affection, and listening heart to the protection of his holy family. May first had been celebrated for some years as the International Workers’ Day and the pontiff wanted to draw attention to the dignity of all work.  St. Joseph’s life is an example of the dignity of humble work. On this day when we pause to honor work, let us bow our heads in deep respect for all those unsung and uncelebrated volunteer workers among us who care for those who live on the margins of our world. We salute and give thanks to those unpaid crusaders who care for mother earth, and all her fuzzy and beautiful creatures.

By Judy Kramer, OSB

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