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 October 29, 2026
/in Daily Meditations/by Emily VraneshHave you ever wondered about the origin of the electric light bulb? 145 years ago today, Thomas Edison shared with the world his successful invention of the electric light bulb. This invention took years of patient experimentation by Thomas and included many failures. The invention of the electric light bulb has allowed us to have the darkest night be like day. This evening, try turning on an electric light with you heart full of prayerful gratitude for this marvelous invention. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if each time I turned on a lamp or light in the house during the night, its light would remind me of God’s gifts given to us for our benefit? Thomas Edison was blessed with an inquiring mind which led him to an invention which continues to benefit all of us to this day. Thank you, God. Thank you, Thomas Edison.
By Joyce Iten, OSB