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This day we commemorate of the death of St. Benedict of Nurcia. Summarized in a thimble St. Benedict is considered the Father of Western Monasticism and he is the author of the Holy Rule. The Rule is a guide to monastic living which is followed by . . .
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Back to topIt would be misleading to gauge Saint Joseph’s importance by the number of words allocated to him in Scripture. Despite there being seemingly few and relatively simple verses about Saint Joseph in the Bible we know that Saint Joseph is a significant . . .
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Back to top. . . St. Scholastica, patroness of the Duluth Benedictines, was the twin sister of St. Benedict. She was dedicated to God from an early age and grew beautifully in grace and wisdom. Some stories even suggest that Scholastica . . .
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Back to topPrayers for Eden is the title of the art exhibit of work by Marce Wood that will be held at The College of St. Scholastica for three days, December 8, 9, and 10. The opening reception takes place on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. Read more . . .
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Back to top“When we look at the lives of those who have faithfully followed Christ, we are inspired with a new reason for seeking the City that is to come and at the same time we are shown a most safe path by which among the vicissitudes of this world, in keeping with the state in life and condition proper to each of us, we will be able to arrive at perfect union with Christ, that is, perfect holiness . . . .”
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Back to topSisters, associates, oblates, and friends gathered at the Kateri Tekakwitha Monastery Shrine last Sunday afternoon for a special prayer service celebrating the canonization of a new Saint. The statue of Kateri Tekakwitha was donated in 1999 by +Mrs. Charlotte Renier who was +Sister Generosa Martin’s sister. The gift was prompted by gratitude. Mrs. Renier credited Kateri for saving one of her sons . . .
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Back to topSt. Scholastica was known as the twin sister of St. Benedict, founder of Western monasticism. We know of her through . . .
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Back to topWhatever we know about Saint Stephen we learn from the Bible, Acts 6-7. By piecing together known historical facts we make conclusions about his life history. His name, Stephanos, is Greek . . .
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Back to topOn Thursday, December 8, we will celebrate the feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary. There is some confusion regarding the meaning of this commemorative event.
God has plans for people . . .
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Back to topHeritage Day is celebrated each year on the feast of St. Mary Magdalene, disciple of the Lord. We see a significant part of her life . . .
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Back to topAll are welcome to join us for the Eucharist celebrating the feast of Saint Benedict at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, July 11, in Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel. . . .
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Back to topSaint Benedict (480-550 A.D.) is the patron saint of our Order, and his Rule has greatly affected the course of Western Monasticism. The little we know of his life comes from . . .
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