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 September 24, 2026
/in Daily Meditations/by Emily VraneshSeptember is the month of the autumn equinox, when the hours of light and darkness equalize. There is a sense of leaving behind the carefree days of summer and turning to more serious pursuits. What lesson does this time of the equinox contain? It teaches us about balance which, for Benedictines, is a key word. We need to nurture our spirit, mind and body to be fit for the work of seeking God. This means that we have to make sure there is time for prayer, time for work and time for leisure. September’s balance of daylight and darkness reminds us to examine our lives and routines and ask ourselves questions like, “Do I give enough time to God?” “Do I take time to recreate and renew myself?” “Do I give enough to others?” “What changes do I need to make?” Thank you, September, for reminding us about the value of balance.
By Karen Rose, OSB