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 February 12, 2026
/in Daily Meditations/by Emily VraneshIt seems that people who have winter birthdays miss out on the excitement of a backyard cook out, a chance to play a round of golf, or spend the day outdoors at the lake. Of course, a grilled meal can happen outside the back door in a February chill. Skiing can be enjoyed at the golf course. Hovering near a fishing hole or snowshoeing across the ice provide good fun as well. So what makes for a celebration? Is it the time of year or the best of locations? Is it not special people who provide a festive occasion? If you’ve been the recipient of a surprise congratulatory party, you recall the stunned joy of being favored by people who are fond of you. The real gift of special events planned in your honor are those who surround you! They are the ones who put the extraordinary in any and every day.
By Ruth Feeney, OSB