Monastery of the Ascension

Monastery of the Ascension ora et labora The Monastery Of The Ascension is a community of fifteen Benedictine monks which has been in Southern Idaho since 1965.

We live a life of prayer, work and reading according to the Rule of St. Benedict and try to serve the Catholic Church and the people of southern Idaho through various ministries which include parochial work, retreats, teaching and scholarship, ecumenical activities, counseling and spiritual direction, and social service.

10/11/2026

28th Sunday in Ordinary Time

10/04/2026

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

09/27/2026

26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

09/20/2026

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

09/13/2026

24th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Fr. Boniface with the nuns of St. Gurtrude's Monastery in Cottonwood, Idaho along with father mine rides remains.
08/22/2026

Fr. Boniface with the nuns of St. Gurtrude's Monastery in Cottonwood, Idaho along with father mine rides remains.

If anyone has a chance you should visit the museum at St. Gurtrude's Monastery in Cottonwood, Idaho. It had amazing exi...
08/21/2026

If anyone has a chance you should visit the museum at St. Gurtrude's Monastery in Cottonwood, Idaho. It had amazing exibits, on the History of the nuns and of northern idaho...

Preserving the Past for the Future Our mission is to preserve the rich heritage of the Monastery of St. Gertrude, Camas Prairie, Snake River, Salmon River, and surrounding areas. View special exhibits, including the stories of the Benedictine sisters, the Nez Perce people, and fascinating local char...

From Fr. Meinrads funeral. The painting is from the local highschool Art teacher here in Cottonwood. His name is Shane C...
08/21/2026

From Fr. Meinrads funeral.
The painting is from the local highschool Art teacher here in Cottonwood. His name is Shane Chapman.

08/19/2026

In honor of Fr Meinrad, there will be a prayer service and internment at 5 PM on Wednesday, August 26. Reception to follow in the dining room.

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541 E 100 S
Jerome, ID
83338

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+12083242377

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