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 March 14, 2025
/in Daily Meditations/by Alyssa TastoThe Presentation of Jesus in the Temple happened liturgically in January. Yet, the lessons within that scripture passage remain alive because they are needed NOW more than ever. What are these lessons? Three words jump out: faithfulness, patience and gratitude. Simeon believes God. He has waited his whole life to see “the consolation of Israel,” the promised Messiah. When he holds the baby, Simeon praises God. Anna, too, has waited eighty-four years “looking for the redemption of Jerusalem.” She breaks out in praise when she sees the child. Both demonstrate faithfulness, patience and gratitude. What do we, the people of God, long for today? Do we trust in God’s faithfulness and help? Do we recognize Christ among us? In our finding, do we praise God with hymns and songs of gratitude? Luke 2: 22–38 is a scripture story that can be read and lived again and again.
By Dianne Schlichting, OblSB