Sister Benet Frandrup entered eternal life on September 21, 2025. We rejoice with her coming home to God. Well done, good and faithful servant! Funeral Arrangements Tuesday, September 30 3–4:15 p.m. Prayer Service followed by visitation at Saint Scholastica Convent 7 p.m. Vigil Prayer Service at Saint Benedict's Monastery Wednesday, October 1 9 a.m. Visitation […]
Sister Benet Frandrup entered eternal life on September 21, 2025. We rejoice with her coming home to God. Well done, good and faithful servant! Funeral Arrangements Tuesday, September 30 3–4:15 p.m. Prayer Service followed by visitation at Saint Scholastica Convent 7 p.m. Vigil Prayer Service at Saint Benedict's Monastery Wednesday, October 1 9 a.m. Visitation […]
Seemingly ordinary women and men are often brave and creative, persevering through great hardships. They are heroes, but their lives are often hidden, even in their families, and overshadowed by the culture’s definition of heroism. Researching and telling their stories can be a gift to all of us. Whether you are already deep into such […]
Dreams emerge from the Unconscious, providing information about the hidden, often-rejected parts of ourselves. When we listen and pay attention, our dreams guide us into deeper awareness of ourselves and our relationships. During these four sessions, we will hold space for our dreams, opening the way for more understanding and healing. Dates: Tuesdays, September 23, […]
You're invited to join the monastic community for Empty Bowls: A Gathering of Hope, on Saturday, October 11. This community event will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the parking lot across from The House Food and Tap in St. Joseph, Minn. All proceeds will benefit the St. Joseph Food Shelf. Join […]
Who were the wise desert seekers known as ammas (mothers) and abbas (fathers)? What is the “desert spirituality” they lived? What can their wisdom and experiences teach us as we seek our own spiritual path? This book study will pursue these and other questions as we read and discuss Oasis of Wisdom by David G. […]
Dreams emerge from the Unconscious, providing information about the hidden, often-rejected parts of ourselves. When we listen and pay attention, our dreams guide us into deeper awareness of ourselves and our relationships. During these four sessions, we will hold space for our dreams, opening the way for more understanding and healing. Dates: Tuesdays, September 23, […]
Prayer and Popcorn is open to any college-aged woman who is interested in experiencing our prayer and getting to know us. Evening Prayer takes place at 7 p.m. and is followed by popcorn in the monastery dining room. Any college-aged woman is welcome—it is not exclusive to the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's […]
Seemingly ordinary women and men are often brave and creative, persevering through great hardships. They are heroes, but their lives are often hidden, even in their families, and overshadowed by the culture’s definition of heroism. Researching and telling their stories can be a gift to all of us. Whether you are already deep into such […]
Who were the wise desert seekers known as ammas (mothers) and abbas (fathers)? What is the “desert spirituality” they lived? What can their wisdom and experiences teach us as we seek our own spiritual path? This book study will pursue these and other questions as we read and discuss Oasis of Wisdom by David G. […]
