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Marmion Abbey The life and activities of Marmion Abbey Rooted in Christ, we pray and work as brothers—faithful to Saint Benedict’s call to holiness.

06/24/2026

Behind every monastery is a community of people whose work helps make monastic life possible.

For generations, monks often handled nearly every task themselves, including cooking for the community. Today, we are blessed by talented people like Nick, whose gifts and dedication help care for the monks each day.

The Benedictine life is built on more than prayer alone. It is built on hospitality, service, community, and the daily work that brings people together around the table.

A shared meal has always been an important part of monastic life. It is where brothers gather, relationships are strengthened, and gratitude is practiced in ordinary moments.

Sometimes holiness is found in the simplest things, including preparing a good meal for others.

If you are searching for a life centered on prayer, community, and meaningful work, we invite you to come and see.

Visit www.benedictinemonks.us to schedule a visit and learn more about joining our community.

06/17/2026

Even monks need time to step away and make a retreat.

Every year, the community sets aside time to gather together, pray together, and renew their commitment to the life they have been called to live. It is a reminder that the Benedictine tradition is not a relic of the past. It is a living tradition, faithfully handed down and lived in the present.

As one monk put it, we are not creating a museum. We are receiving a way of life that has endured for centuries and making it present today.

In a world that never seems to slow down, perhaps God is inviting you to step away, listen to His voice, and discover what truly matters.

If you are discerning a vocation, we invite you to come and see what life in our community is like.

Visit www.benedictinemonks.us to schedule a visit and learn more about joining our community.

06/13/2026

For Benedictines, prayer is not just something we do. It is the rhythm that shapes our entire lives.

One of the most beautiful ways we pray is through song. For centuries, monks have lifted their voices together in praise of God, making sung prayer the heartbeat of monastic life.

Whether in Latin, English, Spanish, or any language, sacred music reminds us that the Church is universal and that our voices are meant to glorify God together.

There is something powerful about joining your voice with others in prayer. It slows the mind, lifts the soul, and draws us closer to Christ.

If you have ever longed for a life centered on prayer, community, and beauty, perhaps God is inviting you to come and see.

Visit www.benedictinemonks.us to schedule a visit and learn more about joining our community.

06/11/2026

The beauty of the Church is that every person brings their gifts to the service of God.

As we prepare to celebrate Corpus Christi, we are grateful for the voices that help lead us in prayer through sacred music. Our Schola Cantorum is enriched by alumni who continue to share their talents long after graduation, helping elevate the beauty of the liturgy.

Music has always been an important part of Benedictine life. Through chant, hymns, and sacred song, we lift our hearts and minds to God and give Him the worship He deserves.

Perhaps God has given you gifts that He is calling you to use in His service.

If you are discerning a vocation and wondering what life in a Benedictine monastery looks like, we invite you to come and see.

Visit www.benedictinemonks.us to schedule your visit.

05/23/2026

Graduation is more than the end of a school year. It is the beginning of a new mission.

At the Baccalaureate Mass, we entrust our graduating seniors to the mercy and guidance of God as they prepare for what comes next. Whether they are headed to college, the military, or the workforce, our prayer is that they remain close to Christ wherever life leads them.

The lessons learned here go beyond the classroom. Faith, discipline, brotherhood, service, and the pursuit of truth are things we hope they carry for the rest of their lives.

We are proud of this graduating class and grateful to have been part of their journey. May they go forward with courage, purpose, and the love of God guiding every step.

Before websites, social media, and smartphones, vocation recruiting looked a little different.These old pages from a vin...
05/14/2026

Before websites, social media, and smartphones, vocation recruiting looked a little different.

These old pages from a vintage Marmion vocation booklet give a glimpse into how the monks invited young people to consider the Benedictine life decades ago. Different era. Same mission.

What is especially amazing is that a couple familiar faces are hidden in these photos. Keep an eye out for Fr. Michael and Abbot Joel back in the day. Can you find them?

While the methods may have changed over the years, the call to prayer, community, and a life dedicated to God remains the same.

Maybe these old photos are not just a look into the past. Maybe they are an invitation for the future.

Visit www.benedictinemonks.us
to schedule a visit and learn more about our community.

05/12/2026

What makes a Catholic education different?

According to Abbot Joel, it is not simply about information. It is about formation.

A truly Catholic education teaches students how to think, how to seek truth, and how to live with purpose. It forms the mind, the character, and the soul. Faith is not separated from daily life. It becomes the foundation for it.

In a world that constantly pulls people in different directions, Catholic education provides something steady. A grounding in truth, virtue, discipline, and the person of Jesus Christ.

This is why the mission matters so deeply to us. We are not only preparing students for careers. We are helping form them for life.

If you feel called to a life rooted in faith, community, and purpose, come and see what Benedictine life is all about.

Visit www.benedictinemonks.us
to schedule your visit.

05/04/2026

Last Friday, we celebrated the Feast of Saint Joseph the Worker.

A man who showed us what it means to work quietly, faithfully, and with purpose. Day after day.

At the monastery, this day is also about gratitude. We welcome those who work alongside us, share a meal, and recognize the many hands that make this life possible. Hospitality is not just a value here. It is a way of life.

In a world that moves fast and chases recognition, Saint Joseph reminds us that meaningful work is often done without attention. But it matters deeply.

May we all strive to do our work with the same humility, consistency, and care.

If you feel called to something more, come experience this life for yourself:
www.benedictinemonks.us

04/30/2026

A school is more than academics. It shapes the whole person.

At the heart of a truly Catholic education is something deeper than grades or achievements. It is about forming students in truth, discipline, and faith. It is about teaching them not just how to succeed, but how to live.

A Catholic identity means that Christ is not an afterthought. He is the center. In the classroom, on the field, in daily life, everything points back to Him.

This is the mission entrusted to us. To form individuals who are grounded, courageous, and guided by something greater than themselves.

If you feel called to be part of a life dedicated to faith, formation, and community, come and see what that looks like.

Visit www.benedictinemonks.us
to schedule your visit.

04/27/2026

A monk making an omelet might not be what you expect.

But the Benedictine life is not about escaping the world. It is about living it with intention. Cooking a meal, cleaning a space, sharing time with brothers. These are not distractions from prayer. They are part of it.

The simple life is not empty. It is full of purpose. Full of rhythm. Full of meaning found in the everyday.

If you have ever wondered what it would be like to live a life rooted in prayer, community, and real, tangible work, maybe it is time to come and see.

Visit www.benedictinemonks.us
to schedule your visit.

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