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.
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!
Daily Meditation for April 15, 2026
/in Daily Meditations/by Emily VraneshIn today’s first reading from the Acts of the Apostles, we hear that the apostles were imprisoned for preaching the good news that Jesus had risen. At that time, some people felt threatened by what the apostles were saying, while others thought the resurrection was a hoax, a false tale made up by the disciples. While an angel released them from prison, their continued witnessing further angered political and religious leaders. In this second week of the Easter season, what good news are you drawn to share? In these challenging times, what words would you like to speak to someone around you? Are these words that offer encouragement, support, hope, or a broader perspective? Like the apostles, we are invited to speak boldly, but fear can hold us back. Take heart and fear not, the Risen Christ is with you to give you the courage and the words to speak.
By Liz Keenan, OblSB