Community of St. Mary, Southern Province

Community of St. Mary, Southern Province We are a women’s Benedictine community in the Episcopal Church. The Community of St. Our patron, St.

Mary, Southern Province, is a women’s Benedictine community within the Episcopal Church that expresses its way of life through care for the body, the soul, and the earth. We seek to address the spiritual and temporal needs of our society through our life of prayer and solitude, our ministry to the poor, through spiritual direction and hospitality, the various endeavors of our Organic Prayer Progra

m and our website, and through our work in churches-both in the USA and the Philippines. We serve as a spiritual resource for all seekers, especially those interested in Benedictine spirituality, care for creation, and concern for the poor. Mary, is the model for our “yes” to God, through which we respond to the needs of our society and practice responsible stewardship. Our convent, its gardens and grounds represent part of our contribution to the healing of the earth and its creatures. Through them and through us, we seek to offer a quiet, friendly environment where we and others may listen to God, learn from God’s Word and from creation, and put our faith into practice by promoting a healthy, balanced and compassionate lifestyle for all.

Our former long-term Organic Prayer Program intern, Eva Bogino, went to the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in NYC toda...
09/12/2026

Our former long-term Organic Prayer Program intern, Eva Bogino, went to the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in NYC today for the ordination to the priesthood of another former intern, Elis Lui. We are so honored to be a part of the spiritual journey of Elis! Also note that Eva is wearing her OPP Benedictine medal, given to her as a summer intern here. We love keeping in touch with our interns. Congratulations, Elis! It's a great day for the church.

O Almighty God, who brings good out of evil and turns even the wrath of your children towards your promised peace: Hear ...
09/11/2026

O Almighty God, who brings good out of evil and turns even the wrath of your children towards your promised peace: Hear our prayers this day as we remember those of many nations and differing faiths whose lives were cut short by the fierce flames of anger and hatred. Hasten the time when the menace of war shall be removed. Cleanse both us and those perceived to be our enemies of all hatred and distrust. Pour out the spirit of peace on all the rulers of our world that we may be brought through strife to the lasting peace of the kingdom of your Son; Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Source: Episcopal Diocese of New York

We give you thanks and praise, O God of compassion, for the Heroic witness of Constance and her companions, who, in a ti...
09/09/2026

We give you thanks and praise, O God of compassion, for the Heroic witness of Constance and her companions, who, in a time of plague and pestilence, were steadfast in their care for the sick and the dying, and loved not their own lives, even unto death. Inspire in us a like love and commitment to those in need, following the example of our Savior Jesus Christ.

While visiting T’24 friends, the Rev. William Simerly and Ashton Hicks .drake23 Sr. Egeria Mark served two services wi...
08/31/2026

While visiting T’24 friends, the Rev. William Simerly and Ashton Hicks .drake23 Sr. Egeria Mark served two services with Fr. Will and did an “A Day in the Life at St. Mary’s” presentation at St. James Knoxville on Sunday morning. Sunday evening, Sister dined with students, presided, and hosted an “Ask a Nun Anything” discussion at Tyson House the Episcopal campus ministry at UT Knoxville. Thanks for your great work, Sister!

Every Sunday evening, we watch a movie at the convent. This week's perfect choice was "9 to 5" in honor of the passing o...
08/31/2026

Every Sunday evening, we watch a movie at the convent. This week's perfect choice was "9 to 5" in honor of the passing of Dolly Parton.

This morning, we admitted the Rev. Christina Salzer as our newest Associate. She serves as Curate at the Church of the H...
08/30/2026

This morning, we admitted the Rev. Christina Salzer as our newest Associate. She serves as Curate at the Church of the Holy Communion in Memphis, Tennessee, went to Sewanee for her undergraduate studies, and was one of our summer Organic Prayer Program Interns in 2016. Our Oblate, the Rev. Dr. Jo Ann Barker, blessed her Associates' medal, and Sister Madeleine Mary, who is in charge of our Associates, placed it on Christina. Please welcome our newest Associate, Christina!

The Rev. Christina Salzer, Curate at the Church of the Holy Communion in Memphis, Tennessee (which shares a campus and c...
08/28/2026

The Rev. Christina Salzer, Curate at the Church of the Holy Communion in Memphis, Tennessee (which shares a campus and chapel with a school our Community used to run, St. Mary's Episcopal School for Girls), and one of our former summer Organic Prayer Program Interns from 2016, was our celebrant and preacher this morning. It was her first time serving as a priest at our altar. She was ordained to the priesthood by the Rt. Rev. Phoebe Roaf on November 1st, 2025 at the Church of Holy Communion in Memphis. Our friend and Lay Chaplain at the University of the South, Mary Margaret Murdock, and Senior Sewanee Student, Eva Wadley, came out this morning to see Christina preside. Eva was very excited to see that we had a Growing in Grace flyer on display! Growing in Grace is an informal worship service with student-led music, a different speaker each week, and Holy Communion held at All Saints' Chapel during the academic year. It was a great morning!

Sister Egeria Mark met with Fr. Richard Cogill and his advisees at the School of Theology today. The group discussed str...
08/25/2026

Sister Egeria Mark met with Fr. Richard Cogill and his advisees at the School of Theology today. The group discussed strategies for crafting a Rule of Life well-suited to their years in seminary.

Today we had the commissioning service for our two long-term Organic Prayer Program interns, Adrian DeWitt and Audrey Bu...
08/23/2026

Today we had the commissioning service for our two long-term Organic Prayer Program interns, Adrian DeWitt and Audrey Buccola. Thanks to our celebrant, the Rev. Dr. Rob MacSwain, for blessing their Benedictine medals and for giving our interns a blessing as well. We are excited to have Adrian and Audrey with us until May!

This past week, we've had our former summer intern, Caralynn, back with us, along with Brother Jamie of the Society of S...
08/23/2026

This past week, we've had our former summer intern, Caralynn, back with us, along with Brother Jamie of the Society of St. John the Evangelist. It was Brother Jamie's first time visiting us. They've been able to join us for worship, meals, and fellowship. Plus, we've had quality time with each of them. Caralynn enjoyed getting to be with our cat Sophia as well.

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1100 St. Mary's Lane
Sewanee, TN
37375

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 7am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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+19315980046

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