Finding peace (and quiet) at Clear Creek Abbey

Finding peace (and quiet) at Clear Creek Abbey Monastery in Oklahoma that began with 13 monks in 1999 now has 50 living by the Rule ...

Ted King Wednesday, April 06, 2016

Peace and prayer among the redwoods The community of Eastern Orthodox monks hosts tranquil retreats at its Holy ...

Jim Graves Wednesday, September 23, 2015

A Monk’s Role

Father Reginald Martin Thursday, October 30, 2014

Monastery vs. convent The term ‘monastery’ is meant to signify that residents live there apart from the ...

Msgr. Charles Pope Wednesday, November 06, 2013

Joy to the World Benedictine monastery’s eclectic Nativity collection demonstrates that Jesus is truly ...

Maryann Gogniat Eidemiller Friday, October 04, 2013

How to partake in the fruits of monks’ and nuns’ labors

How to partake in the fruits of monks’ and nuns’ labors Men and women religious supplement incomes by selling food, beer and more

Mariann Hughes Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Monastic living teaches work-prayer balance Monks lead demanding lives, yet offer lessons as they seek to do God’s will

Michelle Martin Wednesday, September 25, 2013

The art of survival for monasteries Men and women religious keep Church’s artistic tradition alive while providing their ...

Maryann Gogniat Eidemiller Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Monasteries provide alternative vacation destinations

Monasteries provide alternative vacation destinations Staying at a monastery can offer travelers spiritual renewal while also going easy on ...