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# Saint Benedict Center

Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary

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- [Saint Theophane Venard Issue](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2026/06/05/saint-theophane-venard-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”12px||9px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The most recent issue of “From the Housetops” Magazine features the life of the zealous young member of the Paris Foreign Missions, Saint Theophane
- [Jesus With Us](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2026/06/06/jesus-with-us/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”9px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||38px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]“O sublime humility! O humble sublimity! That the Lord of the whole universe, God and the Son of God, should humble himself like this and hide under
- [Christmas Gifts](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2026/01/06/christmas-gifts/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”7px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”17px||10px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]We experienced a truly wonderful Christmas here at the monastery! Preparations for the Birth of Christ at Saint Benedict Center began with visits to local
- [May Procession 2026 Video](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2026/05/15/may-procession-2026-video/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”8px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”14px||7px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||34px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Mother’s Day provided a perfect setting for the 2026 May Procession at Saint Benedict Center. The weather was beautiful, and the monastery grounds created
- [Bishop McManus Visits IHM](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2026/05/06/bishop-mcmanus-visits-ihm/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”-5px|||||” custom_padding=”9px||30px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”13px||19px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||32px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]We were honored to welcome Bishop McManus of our Worcester Diocese to the new IHM Elementary building yesterday. The bishop visited classrooms, asking
- [Shrine of Saint Louis Marie de Montfort](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/09/24/shrine-of-saint-louis-marie-de-montfort/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”13px||27px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Under the leadership of Brother Louis Marie, the Brothers are constructing a shrine dedicated to the Marian Patron Saint of the Order, Saint Louis
- [First Holy Communion](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2026/05/04/first-holy-communion/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”9px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”13px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]What wonderful majesty! What stupendous condescension! O sublime humility! That the Lord of the whole universe, God and the Son of God, should humble Himself
- [Spring 2026 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2026/04/25/spring-2026-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The Spring 2026 edition of “From the Center,” our newsletter for friends and benefactors of Saint Benedict Center, is going to press
- [Honoring Saint Louis de Montfort](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2026/04/28/honoring-saint-louis-de-montfort/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”8px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”14px||7px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||34px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Following Mass this morning, on the feast of Saint Louis Marie de Montfort, religious, faculty, students, and friends gathered outside the IHM
- [Pro-Life Dinner Event](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2026/04/13/pro-life-dinner-event/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”6px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Dinnerheader26.jpg” title_text=”2026 Pro-Life Dinner” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||12px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Our IHM School high school students are
- [Holy Week & Easter 2026](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2026/04/10/holy-week-easter-2026/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”9px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”13px||19px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]We thank God for a beautiful Holy Week and Easter at Saint Benedict Center! The photo slideshow below begins with Palm Sunday,
- [Passiontide & Holy Week](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2026/03/23/passiontide-holy-week/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”6px||9px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||18px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The purple coverings of Passion Sunday now adorn the Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel, and the solemn chants of Passiontide have begun. As this sacred
- [Pro-Life Award Received](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2026/03/26/pro-life-award-received/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”9px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”13px||19px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]On March 25, 2026, the Saint John the Baptist Pro-Life League of our IHM School became the first group to receive the Ruth V. K.
- [IHM School Pro-Life League News](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2026/03/09/ihm-school-pro-life-league-news/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”8px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”11px||9px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The “Saint John the Baptist Pro-Life League” has been part of student life at IHM for over 25 years. Throughout the year, the league
- [First Camp of 2026!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2026/02/27/first-camp-of-2026/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”7px||36px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]It’s only February, but the Brothers have already launched the 2026 camp season with an action-packed week at Montfort Day Camp in Northeast Texas from
- [What Can We Do for Him?](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2026/02/18/what-can-we-do-for-him/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”5px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”7px||6px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Dear Friend, It is now time for the serious and penitential days of Lent. Just as the athlete disciplines his body in order to win
- [Rejoicing in His Coming](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/12/19/rejoicing-in-his-coming/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”6px||29px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”9px||3px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Dear Friend, What is it about Christmas that moves the whole world to pause each year in wonder? Is there any other date so universally
- [Brothers' Wish List 2025](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/12/06/brothers-wish-list-2025/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_padding=”6px||16px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”7px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Update: The Brothers’ Wish List has been filled! God bless and reward all our generous benefactors! At this time of year, everyone has a
- [The Sisters' Wish List 2025](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/12/06/the-sisters-wish-list-2025/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_padding=”6px||16px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”7px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Update: This Wish List has been filled! God bless and reward all our benefactors! As Advent begins, we prepare our hearts and
- [Rorate Caeli](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/12/13/rorate-caeli/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”9px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”13px||19px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]“The people that sat in darkness, hath seen great light: and to them that sat in the region of the shadow of death, light
- [Christmas Fair Video](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/12/12/christmas-fair-video/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”7px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The annual Christmas Fair at Saint Benedict Center took place on November 29th this year. It was the perfect way to open the
- [Entering Advent 2025](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/11/15/entering-advent-2025/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”2px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px||10px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Advent, the beginning of a new liturgical year, is quickly approaching. It is a season of eager longing, spiritual preparation, and joyful hope for
- [Calendar of Saints 2026](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/11/12/calendar-of-saints-2026/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”2px||26px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||6px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]The 2026 Traditional Calendar of Saints showcases artistic renditions and details of vintage and antique holy cards. This beautiful artwork, created with a
- [October at the Monastery](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/11/01/october-at-the-monastery/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”8px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”11px||9px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]New England is renowned for its stunning foliage, attracting visitors from across the country to experience its vibrant colors. Here at the monastery, October
- [Fall 2025 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/11/01/fall-2025-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The Fall 2025 edition of the From the Center newsletter is finally here! It has been several months since our last update, and a
- [For the Holy Souls](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/10/16/for-the-holy-souls/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”5px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/holysousl1.jpg” alt=”Pray for the Faithful Departed” title_text=”Pray for the Holy Souls!” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Remember your dearly departed on All Souls’ Day.
- [Spanish Martyrs Issue!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/09/27/spanish-martyrs-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”12px||9px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||10px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The most recent issue of “From the Housetops” Magazine featuring stories of the Martyrs of the Spanish Civil War, has been printed and shipped to subscribers![/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row
- [Wish List at Work!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/08/16/wish-list-at-work/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”10px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”12px||3px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||30px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Every Christmas, we compile a wish list of much-needed items for camp. Thanks to the generosity of many camp families and
- [Change of Occupation](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/06/27/change-of-occupation/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”6px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]A dear Salesian friend once shared with us that, as religious individuals, we do not take a “vacation” – instead, we have a “change
- [Celebrating Corpus Christi 2025](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/06/24/celebrating-corpus-christi-2025/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||7px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]O God, Who under a wonderful Sacrament hast left us a memorial of Thy Passion, grant us, we beseech Thee, to venerate the Sacred Mysteries
- [Confirmed in Christ](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/05/29/confirmed-in-christ/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”8px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”11px||9px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]We were once again blessed to have a number of our students confirmed in the Traditional Rite by Bishop McManus on the evening of
- [Hail Mary, Our Mother!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/05/13/hail-mary-our-mother/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”7px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||39px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]“Love Mary! She is lovable, faithful, and constant. She will never allow herself to be outdone in love, but will always remain supreme.” (St.
- [Expansion Update: Moving In!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/05/17/expansion-project-milestone/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||39px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Exactly one month ago, we received our occupancy permit for the new addition! It was a sign of Divine Providence that we officially “moved
- [Spring 2025 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/05/08/spring-2025-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|auto|-4px|auto||” custom_padding=”||10px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The past few months have been exciting at Saint Benedict Center! We invite you to look at our Spring 2025 “From
- [A New Site for the Brothers!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/04/28/a-new-site-for-the-brothers/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ custom_padding=”||3px|||”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Today, on the feast of Saint Louis Marie de Montfort, the Brothers have launched their new website. The address is brothersmicm.com. The M.I.C.M. stands
- [Holy Week 2025 in Photos](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/04/21/holy-week-2025-in-photos/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”10px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”12px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||38px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]“Let your door stand open to receive Him, unlock your soul to Him, offer Him a welcome in your mind, and then you will
- [Blessing the Building!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/04/21/blessing-the-building/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”11px||32px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”6px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||36px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]On Holy Thursday, we completed the final inspection for the IHM Expansion Project and received our occupancy permit. The building was blessed following the
- [Entering Holy Week](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/04/15/entering-holy-week/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”9px||33px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]“Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is He Who comes in the Name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest!” ~Matthew 21:9 On Palm
- [Brothers Sing Requiem](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/03/31/brothers-sing-requiem/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”2px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”||37px|||”]We are pleased to announce the release of our new CD featuring the Brothers of the Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary!
- [True Devotionals Reviewed](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/03/21/true-devotionals-reviewed/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”8px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||13px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Our little gift shop on the monastery grounds is open only a few days a week but is always bustling online! A few days ago we
- [Raising the Roof](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/04/04/raising-the-roof/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”7px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”|auto|12px|auto||” custom_padding=”9px||5px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||35px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]The IHM School Expansion Project is in its final stages. On March 28, 2025, students and religious watched as the 5,000-pound cupola was lifted into
- [Saint Agnes Issue!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/03/06/saint-agnes-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”5px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The latest issue of *From the Housetops* magazine has just been published and is now available on our shop site! This issue features the
- [First Camp of 2025](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/02/27/first-camp-of-2025/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”7px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” min_height=”205px” global_colors_info=”{}”]Summer camp in February? That’s right! This year, the Brothers took the lead by launching the 2025 camps. During the February break, three Brothers
- [January 2025 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/01/23/january-2025-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The January 2025 issue of From the Center Newsletter is now available in print and online! Enjoy reading about what happened here at Saint Benedict
- [Shipping Room Records](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/01/22/shipping-room-records/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||34px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Our online store, True Devotionals, has been reaching souls across the country on a daily basis. Early each morning, a couple of the
- [New Year Expansion Update](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/01/17/new-year-expansion-update/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”9px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]It has been five years since we broke ground for the IHM School addition! Our greatest hope was to have the building up
- [IHM Chapel at Christmas](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2025/01/06/ihm-chapel-at-christmas/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”7px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||33px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Every year, IHM Chapel is beautiful in its Christmas decorations of greens and garlands. From Route 110, many visitors are often unprepared for the
- [Saint Jerome Issue!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/12/28/saint-jerome-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”12px||9px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The most recent issue of “From the Housetops” Magazine has been printed here at the monastery and features the life of Saint Jerome.[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial”
- [Sisters' Wish List 2024](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/11/26/sisters-wish-list-2024/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”6px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”7px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Update: This list has been filled! THANK YOU GENEROUS DONORS!!! May God reward you! Christmas is coming, and we would like to share a “Wish List” of items that would be helpful
- ['Tis the Season!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/12/18/tis-the-season/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”10px||20px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The lights are in the windows, the life-size Nativity is displayed, and the carols are being rehearsed in preparation for Midnight Mass! ‘Tis the season to open our hearts for the coming of Christ!
- ["O Most Beautiful Cross!"](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/12/03/o-most-beautiful-cross/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”8px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”11px||9px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]When the Shrine of Our Lady of Grace in New Hampshire sadly closed a few years ago, the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate generously offered us the outdoor Stations of the Cross. The Brothers
- [True Devotion and More...](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/11/27/true-devotion-and-more/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”7px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”11px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]During the fall months, the Brothers MICM always offer an Adult Lecture Series on Thursday evenings, hosted in MacIsaac Hall and live-streamed for home viewers. This year’s lectures were an overview of the lives and teachings of
- [Shop & Support!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/11/13/shop-support/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”2px||3px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px||15px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Our Sisters in the publishing house and the Brothers in the print shop have been working hard to prepare for the upcoming Advent season! The 2024 Personal Advent Calendar is ready for mailing! This
- [November Remember](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/11/07/november-remember/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Each year, the vibrant autumn in New England reflects the feasts of the liturgical and climaxes with the feast of Christ the King! All Saints Day November 1st is always a joyous celebration at
- [2024 Fall Bazaar Photos](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/10/18/2024-fall-bazaar-photos/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”5px||25px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]We are so thankful to everyone who traveled near and far to join us at our annual Fall Bazaar fundraiser on October 12, 2024! The homemade apple pies and pizzas made at the monastery are
- [Retreats at Montfort 2024](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/10/01/retreats-at-montfort-2024/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||18px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”8px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||38px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]This year, the Brothers MICM directed the annual Men’s Retreat on September 6–7, and the Sisters MICM conducted the Women’s Retreat on September 20–21. Both events, held at Montfort Retreat, were well attended by
- [Monastery Gifts & Goods](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/09/25/monastery-gifts-goods/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||34px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Our little True Devotionals gift shop on the monastery grounds is a treasure box of Catholic gifts and goods. Whether you’re looking to find a meaningful gift, a keepsake, or something to deepen your Catholic
- [Sister Maria Francesca, Novice](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/09/12/sister-maria-francesca-novice/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”8px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”9px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The feast of Our Lady’s Birthday, September 8, 2024, was celebrated with due honor – and also with the reception of a new novice! Madeleine Robbins completed her months of serious discernment as a postulant
- [Saint Benedict Issue!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/05/24/saint-benedict-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”12px||9px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||10px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The most recent issue of “From the Housetops” Magazine features the life and works of the great Saint Benedict, the Father of Western Monasticism.[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”7px||12px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ background_size=”initial”
- [Montfort Camp: 40 Years!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/08/06/40-years-montfort/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”7px||16px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Montfort-Camps40yrs.jpg” alt=”Celebrating 40 Years of Montfort Boys Camp!” title_text=”Montfort 40th Anniversary” show_in_lightbox=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||1px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Summer 2024 marked the 40th anniversary of Montfort Boys Camps! What started with borrowed tents and a makeshift waterslide
- [Launching the "Lepanto"](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/07/31/launching-the-lepanto/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]With the opening of the youth programs this summer, campers arrived to find an exciting new addition to the campground —a brand new pontoon boat! The 40+ year old camp programs have
- [Alumni Ordained Priests](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/06/11/alumni-ordained-priests/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”12px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]On May 29, 2024, four Sisters and three Brothers attended the Priestly Ordination of the Fraternity of Saint Peter in Nebraska. What a powerful ceremony! Father Anthony Fill, FSSP (IHM Class of ’08) and brother
- [June 2024 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/06/13/june-2024-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|auto|-4px|auto||” custom_padding=”||10px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.26.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The spring months went by so quickly that there wasn’t time to print a newsletter! So you can enjoy some recent happenings and news in the June 2024 From the Center Newsletter here
- [Summer Fishing at Montfort](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/05/31/summer-fishing-at-montfort/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Fishing-montfort24.jpg” alt=”Help us get a new fishing boat for camp!” title_text=”Fishing-montfort24″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||33px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Among the cherished activities at our summer youth programs, Morning Star Girls Camp and Montfort Boys Camp,
- [40 Years of Music](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/05/17/40-years-of-music/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”7px||41px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]On the evening of May 10, 2024, the IHM Band performed its 40th Spring Concert. Attired in concert dress, with a full range of instruments, and on their very own MacIsaac Hall stage, the performance
- [Mother's Day May Procession](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/05/15/mothers-day-may-procession/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”8px||24px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”13px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Mother’s Day was the perfect day for our annual May Procession here at Saint Benedict Center! What an ideal way to honor our Blessed Mother! Our hearts are full of gratitude to her for all
- [May 8th Profession](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/05/10/may-8th-profession/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”7px||41px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]We were blessed to witness the First Profession of Sister Maria Veronica, MICM, on the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary of Pompeii, May 8, 2024. Aside from a little rain, it was a
- [Holy Week Photos](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/04/10/holy-week/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”8px||24px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”13px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]A few photos from Holy Week and the Sacred Triduum here at Saint Benedict Center. We are so thankful to God for His great blessings! “In the passion of our blessed Savior, six things chiefly
- [Texas Camps 2024](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/03/19/texas-camps-2024/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”7px||41px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The youth camp apostolates for 2024 have started already! In February the Brothers brought their Montfort Boys Camp to a group in
- [Great Song & Great Story](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/03/30/great-song-great-story/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”7px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”9px||5px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||37px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]The Sisters’ new song, “Little Hands Divine,” is a musical meditation on the hands of Christ, which you can enjoy in the video below. From Bethlehem to Calvary, the Crib to the Cross, the hands of Jesus are
- [Madeleine Robbins, Postulant](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/02/12/madeleine-robbins-postulant/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”7px||36px|||”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ specialty_columns=”2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]On the feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, the Sisters, Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, received Madeleine Robbins as a postulant. Please pray for Madeleine as she begins the
- [January 2024 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/01/30/january-2024-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|auto|-4px|auto||” custom_padding=”||10px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Here at the monastery, Mancipia Press is stuffing envelopes with the January 2024 “From the Center” Newsletter and sending them out! The newsletter is now available for download also! The publication covers some
- [Gifts of Christmas](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/01/11/gifts-of-christmas/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”8px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”8px||14px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/christmasgifts24.jpg” alt=”Christmas at Saint Benedict Center 2023″ title_text=”Christmas 2023″ _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The Christmas season is a time of gifts – and a time to be thankful for the great gifts that God
- [Christmas at the Monastery 2023](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2024/01/01/christmas-at-the-monastery-2023/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”8px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||14px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Here at the Monastery, we love decorating for Christmas. From our monastery’s Alpine-decorated Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel to our little “Gate of Heaven” Chapel at the convent, everything is festive looking
- [Saint Bernard of Clairvaux Issue!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/12/18/saint-bernard-of-clairvaux-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”5px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]This most recent issue of “From the Housetops Magazine” features the life of Saint Bernard of Clairvaux. One of the most influential men of the twelfth century, Saint Bernard still inspires us in the
- [Your Turn Has Come](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/12/23/your-turn-has-come/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”7px||41px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/sleigh-jesus-comes.jpg” alt=”Welcome the Christ Child!” title_text=”sleigh-jesus-comes” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.23.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||32px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The world’s response to Christ’s birth at Bethlehem echoes down throughout the ages even to our own time. Responses can be divided
- [The Personal 2023 Advent Calendar](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/11/13/the-personal-2023-advent-calendar/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”2px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The Personal 2023 Advent Calendar is now available! This pocket-size publication is designed to be your companion during your four-week pilgrimage to Bethlehem. In the secularism that permeates our world and even our homes,
- [By the Manger - New CD!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/11/11/by-the-manger-new-cd/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ custom_padding=”2px||3px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px||15px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Our little monastery gift shop is always busy this time of year! This year has been especially busy with sales of our new Christmas CD! This album offers fresh meditations on the beauty and
- [The 2023 Christmas Fair](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/12/05/the-2023-christmas-fair/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”8px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]December 2, 2023, was a day of sparkling surroundings, festive spirit, and unforgettably fun fundraising that was all wrapped up (no pun intended) in the Christmas Fair! What started out as simply a
- [Camps in November?!?](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/11/18/camps-in-november/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”7px||41px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Yes, that’s right! The last camps for 2023 took place in the warmer region of Louisiana during the second week of November! Thanks to the continued initiative of Gretchen R., and her dynamic team of
- [All Saints Procession 2023](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/11/06/all-saints-procession-2023/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”8px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||14px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The Saints took to the streets again this year in Clinton, Massachusetts! Thanks to the initiative and devotion of Saint John the Evangelist Parish, the Brothers and Sisters were honored to participate
- [2024 Traditional Calendar of Saints](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/10/28/2024-traditional-calendar-of-saints/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”2px||26px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||6px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]The 2024 Traditional Calendar of Saints features gorgeous, hand-drawn illuminations from Dutch book illuminator Willem Vrelant. Exquisite in detail and devotion, the beauty of this 15th-century artwork will add timeless elegance to 2024
- [The 2023 Bazaar](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/10/14/the-2023-bazaar/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”8px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The 2023 Fall Bazaar & Yardsale fundraiser was another great success! This event has been running now for over 40 years, and its success is always due to all the preparation and participation of our
- [Expansion Progress Summer 2023](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/10/11/expansion-progress-summer-2023/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”7px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”7px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]After four weeks of camps and retreats, the Brothers resumed construction on the IHM addition in late August. Our youth apostolate was such a success that we are happy to forego our initial expectations of
- [Fall Retreats at Montfort](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/09/29/fall-retreats-at-montfort/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”6px||9px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”11px||1px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Men’s Retreat On September 8 – 9, the Brothers held the annual Men’s Retreat at Montfort Retreat in NH. Approximately 50 men took the opportunity to step away from their busy schedules and engage in
- [September 2023 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/09/27/september-2023-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Our latest “From the Center” Newsletter is hot off the press here at Saint Benedict Center and posted here online for easy viewing! The September 2023 issue quickly recaps the summer months, which
- [Morning Star Summer 2023](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/08/26/morning-star-summer-2023/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”7px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”8px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]As the final days of summer pass us by, the Sisters look back with thanks to God for a beautiful season of Morning Star Camp! This year, the camps seemed fuller and more
- [The Montfort Experience 2023](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/08/28/the-montfort-experience-2023/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”6px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”8px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]“What are the desires of your heart?” This was the question Father Stephen asked 100 young men at the Montfort Retreat Camp in his sermon at a Sung Traditional Votive Mass of the
- [More from the Monastery](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/07/07/more-from-the-monastery/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”6px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”7px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/summerheader2023.jpg” alt=”Read about other places we update for the monastery!” title_text=”Monastery Updates” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||32px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||28px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]The summer months, for the MICM religious, are wrapped up in our summer youth programs. So while
- [Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Issue!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/06/22/saint-kateri-tekakwitha-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”5px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The most recent issue of “From the Housetops” magazine has been published and shipped to subscribers and is available for purchase on our shop site! The magazine features the story of Saint Kateri Tekakwitha,
- [June 2023 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/06/27/june-2023-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The latest issue of From the Center Newsletter, for friends and benefactors of Saint Benedict Center, is now available online! This newsletter highlights the Professions, of Brother Louis Marie, Brother Gerard, and Sister Mary Ann. You
- [Traditional Rite Confirmation 2023](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/06/05/confirmation-2023/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”8px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||14px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]A group of forty-three of our IHM School students and CCD students received the Sacrament of Confirmation on May 26, 2023. The Sacrament was conferred by Bishop Robert McManus (Worcester Diocese) in
- [Pentecost Final Profession](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/05/31/pentecost-final-profession/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”11px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”13px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]On Pentecost Sunday, May 28, 2023, Brother Gerard Fretwell professed his Final Vows as a Slave of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Brother. This day was the climax of five and a half years of prayer, study, and
- [Bring Flowers of the Fairest](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/05/24/bring-flowers-of-the-fairest/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”11px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||35px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]“Bring flowers of the fairest, bring flowers of the rarest, from garden and woodland and hillside and vale; Our full hearts are swelling, our glad voices telling the praise of the loveliest
- [Sr. Mary Anne Profession](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/05/17/sr-mary-anne-micm/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”9px|||||”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”10px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”||29px|||”]The feast of Our Lady of Fatima, May 13, 2023, was the perfect day for the First Profession of Sister Mary Anne. Sister was born and raised in Singapore and became interested in the
- [The Mass of All Time](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/05/09/the-mass-of-all-time/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”7px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”9px||5px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||37px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]This song is about the beauty of the Traditional Latin Mass and why it is so precious to us. The lyrics were written by the Sisters MICM, and were put to the Irish tune of “The Town I
- [Come Lord Jesus!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/05/07/come-lord-jesus/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”8px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The First Saturday of every May is First Holy Communion Day here at Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel. This year, nineteen children were prepared by Sister Mary Imelda, MICM, and received Jesus for
- [Devotion to the Holy Face Issue](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/04/18/devotion-to-the-holy-face-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”12px||9px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||10px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The latest issue of “From the Housetops” Magazine has been rolled off the press here at the Monastery (see a video below!) and mailed to loyal subscribers![/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”7px||12px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”
- [South Texas Retreat](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/03/23/south-texas-retreat/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”5px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The coming of spring brought three of our Sisters MICM to Sugarland, Texas, for a youth retreat at Saint Theresa’s Parish for over 50 high school students. During this 2-day event, the Sisters spoke on various
- [Spring Progress Report](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/03/31/spring-progress-report/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||12px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/expansionspring231.jpg” alt=”IHM School Expansion Project, spring 2023″ title_text=”Expansion Spring 2023″ align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|7px|7px|7px|7px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Dear Friends, As we approach Holy Week and the end of Lent, I thank all who have made a
- [New at True Devotionals!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/03/11/new-at-true-devotionals/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”8px||4px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”15px||22px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Before the school day begins each morning, two Sisters stop at the Gift Shop to fill the “pick list” of items ordered the previous day. Then, our trusty volunteers, Dan, and Marian K. sacrifice a portion of
- [First Morning Star Camp 2023!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/02/10/first-morning-star-camp-2023/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||12px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The first month of 2023 wasn’t even over yet, when the Sisters were already on their way to the first Morning Star Camp of the year! An all-new venue and group of campers
- [Monastery Address Alert!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/01/25/monastery-address-alert/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Over a year ago, we lost our little Post Office for the village in Harvard, MA. called “Still River” where our monastery is. Since then, we have changed to P.O. Box 1000 in
- [January 2023 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/02/08/january-2023-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The first From the Center Newsletter for 2023 is now available in print and here online! The publication highlights events from the end of 2022 and keeps you up-to-date on the many apostolates
- [Original Saint Statues!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2023/01/18/true-original-saints/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”2px||3px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px||15px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/OriginalSaints22.jpg” alt=”Original Saints Statues from True Devotionals!” title_text=”Original Saints” url=”https://shop.saintbenedict.com/monastery-exclusive/” url_new_window=”on” _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]During the summer of 2022, the Sisters received a call from a gentleman who wanted to make a donation…not money….but hundreds
- [Monastery Wish List](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/12/05/monastery-wish-list/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”8px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/wishlist2022.jpg” alt=”Help fill our 2022 Monastery Wish List!” title_text=”Monastery Wish List” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||34px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.4″ text_line_height=”2em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]This Wish List has been FILLED! “Thank You” and “God Bless You” to all our generous donors!
- [The Festive Christmas Fair!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/12/15/the-festive-christmas-fair/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The 3rd annual Christmas Fair was held here at Saint Benedict Center on Saturday, December 10, 2022. The gym of MacIsaac Hall was aglitter with lights and festive decor for this event that is
- [Sister Blandina Issue!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/12/12/sister-blandina-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”5px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]You are in for a story of faith and adventure in the most recent issue of “From the Housetops” magazine! The life of the unassuming Sister Blandina is one of missionary zeal
- [Giving Tuesday Results!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/12/01/giving-tuesday-results/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||12px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/thanks_givetues22.jpg” alt=”Thank you for supporting IHM School!” title_text=”Thank You for Your Support!” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|7px|7px|7px|7px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Dear Friends, Our campaign on Giving Tuesday, for the needs of Immaculate Heart of Mary School, was
- [Last Camps of 2022](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/11/17/last-camps-of-2022/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The last camp sessions of Morning Star Camp for Catholic Girls and Montfort Camp for Catholic Boys for 2022 took place in Louisiana recently! Thanks to the hard work of the ladies organizing
- [IHM School Expansion Fundraiser](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/11/28/ihm-school-expansion-fundraiser/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||12px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/IHMFundraiser22.jpg” alt=”Support Traditional Catholic Education this Giving Tuesday!” title_text=”IHMFundraiser22″ align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.19.1″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|7px|7px|7px|7px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]This Giving Tuesday, please support Traditional Catholic Education by donating to our Immaculate Heart of Mary School! As
- [Christmas Fair 2022](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/11/10/christmas-fair-2022/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”11px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/ChristmasFairAd22.jpg” alt=”Come the Christmas Fair at Saint Benedict Center!” title_text=”Christmas Fair 22″ _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]If you love our Fall Bazaar you will LOVE our Christmas Fair on Saturday, December 10, 2022. This magical event is
- [Pocket Advent Calendar](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/11/04/pocket-advent-calendar/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”2px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Our new publication – the Personal 2022 Advent Calendar is now available! This pocket-size publication will be your companion during the four-week pilgrimage to Bethlehem. In the secularism that permeates our world and even
- [Fall '22 Expansion Update Video](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/10/24/fall-22-expansion-update-video/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”10px||46px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”7px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The latest update video for the IHM School Expansion Project is viewable right here! There are so many pieces to this project, and it is exciting to see so much headway being made by
- [National Men's March](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/10/19/national-mens-march/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]After overturning the Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision on June 24th, the battle over the lives of the unborn has intensified in some states, especially here in Massachusetts. Since abortion still prevails across
- [Monastery Exclusive Gifts](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/06/10/monastery-exclusives/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”2px||3px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px||15px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/MonasteryExclusive22.jpg” alt=”Catholic Gifts designed by the Sisters MICM.” title_text=”Shop our Monastery Exclusive Gifts” url=”https://shop.saintbenedict.com/monastery-exclusive/” url_new_window=”on” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Our little True Devotionals Gift Shop is always a must-see for monastery visitors! For those
- [2023 Traditional Calendar of Saints](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/10/03/2023-traditional-calendar-of-saints/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”2px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ admin_label=”Row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The 2023 Traditional Calendar of Saints is finished and fresh off the Mancipia Press here at the monastery! The calendar features beautiful artistic details from gorgeous paintings found in the churches of Italy. The
- [Fall Bazaar in Photos!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/10/13/fall-bazaar-in-photos/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”5px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The annual Fall Bazaar and Yard sale was a record-breaking success this year! The perfect weather, great teamwork, and a happy atmosphere all added to the memorable day of festive fundraising! Wow! A great big “Thank
- [Annual Men's Retreat](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/09/17/annual-mens-retreat/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The annual Mens’ Retreat took place September 9–10 at the Montfort Retreat facility. A highlight of the summer, men drop their busy schedules to pray, read, attend lectures by the Brothers MICM, and be silent as
- [Summer Newsletter 2022](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/09/15/summer-newsletter-2022/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The summer has come and gone by so quickly! Our active apostolate takes a break from school but fills up the summer months with our Morning Star Camps for girls and the Montfort Camps for
- [Expansion Progress & Setback](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/09/05/expansion-progress-setback/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”11px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The new school year is just about to begin! It is incredible to think how quickly the summer months have gone by filled up with camp programs at our facility and across the
- [Men's Pilgrimage of Reparation](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/05/31/mens-pilgrimage-of-reparation/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”5px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The Brothers MICM joined with the men and boys of the Crusaders Men’s Group to make a Pilgrimage of Reparation today. The group walked 21 miles in 8 hours, praying along the way… despite some rainy
- [Corpus Christi](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/06/22/corpus-christi/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The blessed feast of Corpus Christi! A true gift to be able to give honor and glory to Our Blessed Lord, hidden in the Blessed Sacrament! We had a wonderful procession here at the monastery on the feast, June
- [Morning Star Girls' Camps 2022](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/08/04/morning-star-girls-camps-2022/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]It is hard to believe that four weeks of Morning Star Camp are finished and over 400 happy campers are back home! Once again, the 41-year-old program ended in an abundance of sunny memories for both campers, staff and Sisters! Each week
- [A Symbol of Devotion to Jesus Through Mary](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/08/15/a-perfect-symbol-of-dedication-to-jesus-through-mary/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]In the spirit of Saint Louis Marie De Montfort, who promoted “slavery to Jesus through Mary,” the Sisters have designed a sterling silver True Devotion Ring for both men and woman who have dedicated themselves in
- [Montfort Boys & Youth Camps 2022](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/08/20/montfort-boys-youth-camps-2022/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]The 2022 Montfort Boys Summer Camps at Montfort Retreat concluded in August. The young today desperately need to break away from our Godless world and experience the beauty that surrounds us in nature, in the mountains of New Hampshire. This is
- [Bringing Back Wood Shop](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/06/30/bringing-back-wood-shop/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]At the end of the 2022 school year, Brother Gerard’s Woodshop Class blew everyone away with their final project! The class of Junior/Senior Boys produced this gorgeous trophy case for the front vestibule of MacIsaac Hall!
- [Motfort Camp Idaho '22](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/08/31/motfort-camp-idaho-22/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”9px||0px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”14px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The spirit of Saint Louis Marie de Montfort, which is an ardent love of Mary carried out through our daily duties, is so important in today’s society, and that is why Montfort Camp keeps spreading
- [Your Prayer Intentions](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/04/09/your-prayer-intentions/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0px||18px|||”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”9px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/prayer.jpg” _builder_version=”4.2.2″ custom_margin=”||-10px|||”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.2.2″ column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ custom_padding=”||19px|||”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.2.2″ type=”1_3″][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.2.2″ color=”#c29c67″ divider_position=”bottom” hover_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_divider][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.2.2″ type=”1_3″][et_pb_button button_text=”List Your Prayer Intentions” _builder_version=”4.2.2″ button_url=”https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetZiSwLM1X9zM2ntj5c3xyRPGVx8Q5GaaCO8MChvePUV6U_g/viewform” url_new_window=”on” button_alignment=”center” custom_button=”on” button_bg_color=”#255d7b” button_bg_enable_color=”on” button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_border_width=”0px” hover_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.2.2″ type=”1_3″][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.2.2″ color=”#c29c67″ divider_position=”bottom” hover_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_divider][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”9px|||||”][et_pb_column
- [Showers of Grace](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2019/05/16/showers-of-grace/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″]The Chapel was in full Marian decor, the grounds had been groomed to perfection and everything was looking beautiful… but when Sunday, May 12, the day scheduled for the May Procession arrived, it dawned cold, grey and
- [Eternal Promise](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2019/02/13/eternal-promise/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”7px|||||”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″]The feast of Our Lady of Lourdes on February 11, 2019 was celebrated with due solemnity at Saint Benedict Center and had the added glory of marking the Final Profession of two of our Sisters. After
- [Morning Star Camp-in-a-Box!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/07/31/camp-in-a-box/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0px|||||”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||5px|||”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.8″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]“All the darkness in the world cannot extinguish the light of a single… star!” … that is, the Morning Star! COVID-19 closed the camp but did not stop the spirit! The Sisters (and campers, too) were extremely disappointed
- [Slowly but Surely](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/07/15/expansion-project-steel-beams/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”10px||46px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px||16px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.8″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]This coming fall we will celebrate one year since the ground breaking of our IHM School expansion project. From that very day we have been praying… and fundraising in hope to complete the new classrooms and be up and
- [Mission to Florida](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/03/10/mission-to-florida/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.2.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||45px|||”]During our school’s February Break, Br. Anthony Marie, Br. Christopher Isaac, and Br. Martin took a trip to Florida to spend the week with the students and families of Ave Maria. Thanks to preparations made by a couple of
- [IHM Bazaar 2020 ~ Success!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/10/14/ihm-bazaar-2020/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”2px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]Thanks to the pie-makers, the yardsale pricers, the food booth chefs and all those who helped in so many ways, the IHM Bazaar was a success once again this year! The annual fall event took place on
- [Festive Fundraising](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2019/12/20/festive-fundraising/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″]We decked the hall… MacIsaac Hall that is, and made everything jolly and bright for the first ever Christmas Festival held here at Saint Benedict Center on Saturday, December 14, 2019! When the doors opened at 9 a.m., visitors entered
- [Christ is Risen!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/04/12/christ-is-risen/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_margin=”-2px|||||” custom_padding=”12px||9px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.2.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”9px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.2.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||36px|||”]Christus resurrexit! Resurrexit vere! Alleluia! “O Death, where is your sting? O Hell, where is your victory? Christ is risen, and you are overthrown. Christ is risen, and the demons are fallen. Christ is risen, and the
- [Brother Gerard, Novice](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2018/02/05/brother-gerard-novice/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″]February 2, the feast of the Purification, marked the end of the Christmas Season, but for postulant Nicholas Fretwell, it stood as the beginning of the next chapter in his religious life. Having completed the required six months of postulancy,
- [Gift Shop Update](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/06/30/gift-shop-update/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ min_height=”1360px” custom_padding=”2px||0px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||42px|||”]Our monastery gift shop has been very busy these past couple of months! Although the physical shop has been slow due to Covid restrictions, we have still been receiving and filling online orders from all across the country!
- [Expansion Project Picks Up Pace!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/11/04/expansion-project-picks-up-pace/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”1px||10px|||”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|auto|-6px|auto||” custom_padding=”||8px|||”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||7px|||”]The Brothers have been making up for lost time on the IHM School Expansion Project throughout September and October! The skeletal structure of the first floor is now visible and the goal is to have the
- [Christel Lim, Postulant](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/09/10/christel-lim-postulant/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]On the feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, September 8, 2020, our little shrine of Maria Bambina in IHM Chapel was adorned with flowers! It was a beautiful day for her Birthday… and she received the
- [November 2020 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/11/18/november-2020-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]The Brothers MICM have just finished printing and mailing out the November 2020 version of “From the Center Newsletter!” If you haven’t (signed up for our mailing list) received it and enjoyed it yet, then you can read it
- [New! Saint Sharbel Issue!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/09/04/new-saint-sharbel-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”12px||9px|||”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.2.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]The latest issue of “From the Housetops” magazine, featuring the life of Saint Sharbel Makhlouf, was published, printed and shipped from Mancipia Press recently. The “Hermit of Lebanon” spent most of his life in the hills of Lebanon at
- [Sweet Still River](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/02/27/sweet-still-river/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]With lumber cut on our own sawmill, a lovely little sugar shack was constructed in the backyard of Saint Elizabeth’s Convent by the Brothers during the March lock down. This log cabin structure was a challenge to their creativity an
- [2021 Calendar of Saints!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/11/15/2021-calendar-of-saints/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”2px|||||”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]The 2021 Traditional Calendar of Saints is hitting the press here at Saint Benedict Center! This year the calendar features beautiful artistic renditions based on inspiring statues from around the world. Liturgical prayers coincide with the images for
- [Bishop's Decree](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2018/01/17/bishops-decree/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″]On October 10th, 2017 Bishop Robert McManus called us for a meeting at the chancery. Brother Thomas Augustine and Sister Katherine Maria were named to represent the order and also present were the chancellor and diocese’s canon
- [New! Damien of Molokai Issue!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/06/11/new-damien-of-molokai-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0px|||||”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.10″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]This is the timely story of Father Damien De Veuster, the intrepid priest who, instead of fleeing sickness to preserve his own health, rather gave his life for those suffering from the horrors of leprosy. Damien spent the best
- [Queen of the May](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/05/20/queen-of-the-may/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”6px||16px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||0px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]Each day of May is “Mother’s Day” for Our Lady here at Saint Benedict Center! The delightful weather and all the flowering trees and blossoms make the monastery grounds just about perfect! What an ideal month for
- [Morning Star Indiana](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/03/19/morning-star-indiana/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ min_height=”1360px” custom_padding=”2px||0px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.2.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||42px|||”]Two sisters brought the spirit of Morning Star Camp to Sacred Heart Parish in Fort Wayne, Indiana, earlier this month! Many of the campers had attended last year and dove right into the packed program of prayer and
- [Ground Breaking](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2019/10/08/ground-breaking/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″]Finally, after a year of planning, construction for the addition to Immaculate Heart of Mary school has begun. Below are some pictures of our ground breaking ceremony which took place October 7th. We chose to begin on the feast of
- [Honoring Mary Our Mother](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/05/21/honoring-mary-our-mother/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” min_height=”220px” custom_margin=”||47px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]This May, ten of our Sisters were honored to perform a tribute to Mary at Saint Boniface Church, here in the Worcester Diocese. We are happy to be able to provide the video here for your
- [Brothers Profess Vows](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/05/04/brothers-profess-vows/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ fb_built=”1″ _i=”0″ _address=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0″ custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0.0″]This year on the feast of Saint Louis Marie de Montfort, a champion for the Blessed Mother and from whose work is based our community’s spirituality of True Devotion and Total Consecration to
- [Perfect Mother's Day](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2018/05/16/perfect-mothers-day/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”31px|0px|2px|0px|false|false”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”2px|0px|27px|0px|false|false”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″]It was a heavenly design that the feast of Our Lady of Fatima should fall on “Mother’s Day” this year, creating the perfect backdrop for our annual May Procession here at Saint Benedict Center! After the 10 o’clock
- [IHM Expansion Progress](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/04/19/ihm-expansion-progress/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”10px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” min_height=”220px” hover_enabled=”0″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” custom_margin=”||-72px||false|false”]Slowly but surely, progress is being made on our IHM School Expansion project! Check out the latest video made by the Brothers MICM to enjoy some quick highlights of the project! Help speed along the work
- [Profession of Vows](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/06/03/4390/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||52px|||” hover_enabled=”0″]On Pentecost Sunday, May 31, 2020, we witnessed the Professions of two of our Brothers, Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Brother Gerard (24), formerly known as Nicholas Fretwell, made his First Profession of Vows after two
- [Morning Star Louisiana](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/02/28/morning-star-south/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.2.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” min_height=”334px” custom_margin=”||61px|||”]Four Sisters followed the Morning Star to the bayous of Louisiana for a southern-style Morning Star Camp again this year! A vivacious group of 61 campers and 8 counselors brought the trustworthy program to life during the 4-day
- [New! Saint Joseph Issue](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2019/01/29/new-saint-joseph-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”4px|||||”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/iteadjoseph.jpg” title_text=”iteadjoseph” _builder_version=”4.6.5″][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.6.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] The latest issue of “From the Housetops Magazine” featuring the life of great Saint Joseph, has been printed and mailed! Chosen by God as the head of the Holy Family, Saint Joseph humbly
- [Montfort Boys Camps 2018](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2018/09/10/montfort-boys-camps-2018/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Montfort is unique in that it has a truly Catholic ethos. Every morning starts with Reveille calling the boys to prayer in the Chapel, followed by a Traditional Latin Mass. Throughout the entire day, moments of prayer, a daily period of
- [25 years Professed](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2018/06/04/25-years-professed/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″] On May 30th, Sister Marie-Jean Schildknecht, MICM, celebrated her 25th year of religious profession as a Slave of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. The official celebration of the event took place on Saturday, June 2nd with a Sung Mass
- [Saint Anthony's Studio](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2018/01/22/saint-anthonys-studio/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]“Multi-purpose” is an understatement in describing Saint Anthony’s, one of the first buildings the Brothers ever constructed back in the 70’s. Out of all the buildings on the Center’s property, Saint Anthony’s has gone through the most changes over the years,
- [Saint Philomena Issue](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2018/07/24/saint-philomena-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0px||9px|||”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ custom_padding=”||7px|||”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″] Read the remarkable story of the dauntless young virgin marytr, Saint Philomena, in the latest issue of “From the Housetops Magazine” which was written, published and printed right here at the monastery!
- [IHM School Expansion](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2018/12/10/ihm-school-expansion/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px||3px|||”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″]The feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, December 12, 2018 will mark the first anniversary of the purchase of the 77 acres adjacent to IHM School. Now, after one year, almost to the day, the first
- [Pilgrimage of Mercy](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/06/20/pilgrimage-of-mercy/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ _i=”0″ _address=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0″ custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0.0″]Blazing a new trail through western Massachusetts, the Brothers from St. Benedict Center in Still River took a group of young men on a pilgrimage to the Shrine of the Divine Mercy in
- [Historic March for Life](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/02/02/historic-march-for-life/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] January 27th 2017, was an almost unbelievably “too-good-to-be-true” historic day for the pro-life movement. Immaculate Heart of Mary School’s bus, driven by Brother Peter Mary, MICM, and packed with students and Brothers, rolled into
- [The Holy Family](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/01/06/the-holy-family/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0px||4px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.2.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” min_height=”90px” custom_padding=”||2px|||”]A short meditation on the Holy Family read by Brother Anthony Marie, MICM. Video footage of the Christmas decor of Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel and the manger displayed during the Christmas season. Produced by the Brothers MICM.
- [Clearing the Way!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2019/09/01/clearing-the-way/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″]Preparations for the addition on Immaculate Heart of Mary School building for grades 1–8 are well under way here at Saint Benedict Center. As the final details get wrapped up, the Brothers have been preparing the site, chopping down pines and
- [IHM Bazaar](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2019/10/17/ihm-bazaar/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″]Thanks to hard work of our volunteers and the wonderful spirit of camaraderie, the IHM Fall Bazaar was the biggest success this year! The overcast weather of October 12th only accentuated the vibrant colors of the foliage, bringing more customers
- [Giving Tuesday Video](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2019/12/30/giving-tuesday-video/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” min_height=”220px”]A giant “Thank You” to all who supported our apostolates here at Saint Benedict Center this December! Our campaign to raise the $200,000 to cover the steel and the rest of the foundation for our School Expansion Project began with
- [February 2020 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/02/01/february-2020-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.11″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||32px|||” hover_enabled=”0″]The February 2020 “From the Center” Newsletter is being mailed out as soon as possible, but you can read it first here online! Stay up to date on the School Expansion Project for IHM School! It has been
- [Summer 2019 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2019/09/15/summer-2019-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″]The Summer 2019 “From the Center” Newsletter is rolling off the press right now! It has been an eventful year so far! We have been watching preparations happen daily for the new addition on IHM School. With the new
- [New Shop Website](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2019/03/29/new-shop-website/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0px||18px|||”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″]We are excited to present our new and improved website for “True Devotionals” our monastery Gift Shop! The lovely new layout does a nice job reflecting our shop’s spirit of “True Devotion to Mary” and features
- [April 2020 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/04/23/april-2020-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||32px|||” hover_enabled=”0″]The latest “From the Center” Newsletter has been printed and mailed from Mancipia Press! Despite the strange time we are living in, good things are still happening here at the monastery! In this issue you will meet
- [Padre Pio Issue](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2019/06/26/padre-pio-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]The most recent issue of “From the Housetops” magazine has been published and printed right here at our monastery… and features the life of Saint Padre Pio! The tremendously popular saint, known simply as Padre Pio, was recognized as a
- [Saint Paul Miki Housetops](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/01/18/saint-paul-miki-housetops/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] You don’t want to miss the most recent issue of From the Housetops that features the story of Saint Paul Miki and the Japanese Martyrs! It is the story of twenty-six uncompromising heroes of the Faith who gave their
- [Saint Josephine Bakhita Issue](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/03/27/saint-josephine-bakhita-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”12px||9px|||”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.2.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.2.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] ​Mancipia Press just sent out the most recent issue of “From the Housetops Magazine” which is researched, written, published and printed right here on the monastery grounds! This issue features the tremendous story of Saint Josephine Bakhita ~
- [Gifts for Consecrated Souls](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2018/12/04/gifts-for-consecrated-souls/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px|||||”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ custom_padding=”||1px|||”]Ever since our new True Devotionals Gift Shop opened about a year ago, it has been pretty much popping with business. The bright happy interior of the new location is much more appealing and lends
- [Holy Week in Photos](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2018/04/04/holy-week-in-photos/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0|0px|54px|0px”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”14px|0px|27px|0px”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″]Enjoy a gallery of photos from our Holy Week 2018 here at Saint Benedict Center. From the solemnity of Holy Thursday and the heart-wrenching Passion and Reproaches of Good Friday to the peaceful anticipation of Holy Saturday the
- [The Beauty of Christmas](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2019/01/02/the-beauty-of-christmas/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”5px||14px|||”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″]If ever there was a place where time stood still and the beauty of Christmas was unchanged, it would be here at Saint Benedict Center. Nestled in the scenic hills of Still River, Immaculate Heart of
- [Saint Peter Claver Issue](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2018/01/30/saint-peter-claver-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”4px||29px|||”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ custom_padding=”||20px|||”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.4.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ custom_padding=”||0px|||”]The latest issue of “From the Housetops Magazine” featuring the life and apostolic works of Saint Peter Claver, Apostle of the West Indies, has been printed and mailed! A model of untiring selflessness
- [Winter 2018 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2018/02/09/winter-2018-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″]Check out what has been going on around Saint Benedict Center these winter months! Find updates and photos from the Professions in December; a look at the monastery expansion, new upgrades at the school, our growing gift shop and our
- [Nicholas Fretwell, Postulant](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/08/24/nicholas-fretwell-postulant/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ fb_built=”1″ _i=”0″ _address=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0″ custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0.0″]This year the feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary was an especially joyous occasion. At the end of the Solemn High Mass in which the professed religious of the community renewed
- [Montfort Retreat 10 Years!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/09/12/montfort-retreat-10th-anniversary/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||5px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]This year we are celebrating the 10th anniversary of the opening of our Montfort Retreat Center in New Hampshire. Up to that point, for twenty-seven years Morning Star Camp, and Montfort Boys’ Camp had been renting facilities in various
- [Celebrating 25 Years](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/07/03/celebrating-25-years/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ fb_built=”1″ _i=”0″ _address=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0″ custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0.0″]Brother Anthony Marie Brackett, MICM celebrated 25 years as a professed Slave of the Immaculate Heart of Mary on May 31, 2017. Brother serves as the Vocation Director for the Brothers, and
- [Saint Joseph's Workshop](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/02/10/saint-josephs-workshop/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”16px|0px|0|0px” fb_built=”1″ _i=”0″ _address=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”2px|0px|7px|0px” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0″ custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.29.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0.0″] Nestled in the center of Saint Benedict Center’s monastic complex stands a yellow split level house called Saint Joseph’s. Dwarfed by the enormity of its new neighbor, MacIsaac Hall,
- [MacIsaac Hall Complete… Almost!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/02/01/macisaac-hall-complete-almost/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ fb_built=”1″ _i=”0″ _address=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0″ custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0.0″] It’s been seven long years of hard labor, but now that it’s finished, it doesn’t seem that long at all… MacIsaac Hall is finally finished. And a big Thank You goes
- [Summer 2017 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/10/12/summer-2017-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”54px|0px|0|0px”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″]It has been a long time coming, but the Summer 2017 newsletter from Saint Benedict Center is now available online! The monastery has been so busy working and growing that we missed our Spring newsletter… so this recent one
- [Blessed Miriam Teresa  Issue](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/02/07/blessed-miriam-teresa-demjanovich-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]If you haven’t recieved it already – you’ll want to order your copy of the latest issue of “From the Housetops Magazine” featuring the life of Blessed Miriam Teresa Demjanovich, the first
- [Winter 2017 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/03/09/winter-2017-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”54px|0px|0|0px” fb_built=”1″ _i=”0″ _address=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”0|0px|27px|0px” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0″ custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” _i=”0″ _address=”0.0.0.0″]The Winter 2017 “From the Center” newsletter is now available here on our site! Check out updates on the MacIsaac Hall project… and all it has added to our lives
- [Cardinal Kung Housetops!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/09/25/cardinal-kung-housetops/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The latest issue of “From the Housetops” magazine featuring the life of Ignatius Cardinal Kung has been rolled off the press, enveloped and mailed out! Cardinal Kung, Modern Confessor of the Faith, was
- [Summer 2016 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2016/09/28/summer-2016-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”0|0px|0|0px”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”38px|0px|13px|0px”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]The Summer 2016 newsletter from Saint Benedict Center is now available online… and it is jam-packed with all the news and events that have been going on around the monastery through the spring and summer months! From new members
- [Saint Patrick Issue!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2016/06/02/saint-patrick-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The latest issue of “From the Housetops Magazine” has been printed and mailed! If you haven’t read it yet, you won’t want to miss this incredible account of the life and works
- [IHM School: 40 Years and Counting](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2016/09/15/ihm-school-40-years-and-counting/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”0|0px|54px|0px”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”14px|0px|27px|0px”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] The academic year 2016–2017 marks the 40th anniversary of Immaculate Heart of Mary School. Marking the celebration, IHM opened the doors to the new high school across the street from the chapel. This handsome complex brings a new
- [Sponsa Christi!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/06/02/sponsa-christi/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.7″ custom_padding=”14px||18px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.7″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]On the feast of the Queenship of Mary, May 31, 2021, Sister Gabriel Marie made her Final Profession of Vows and Christel Lim was accepted as a Novice! What a perfect day for our Heavenly Queen! [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.4.7″ custom_padding=”9px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.4.7″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″
- [MacIsaac Hall Update](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2014/09/29/macisaac-hall-update-2/) - MacIsaac Hall is one of the most impressive buildings on the monastery grounds of Saint Benedict Center. Almost unbelievably built by the Brothers, sometimes only three on the site, working day after day. As you can tell by the photos below, it’s been a labor of love and generosity from donors, too. The roof was
- [Tradition Preserved In The Archdiocese Of Boston](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/05/17/tradition-preserved-boston/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”31px|0px|2px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”2px|0px|27px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Latin Mass Making A Comeback! An ominous weather forecast did not deter over 400 people from showing up at Saint Benedict Center, Harvard, MA on Sunday, May 15th. The annual May procession,
- [Sister Gabriel Marie, Novice](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2014/08/25/sister-gabriel-marie-novice/) - [et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”0|0px|54px|0px”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”21px|0px|27px|0px”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] The feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, August 22, is always preceded by a three-day silent retreat in preparation for the renewal of Vows for the Professed… and this year, it was also a preparation for the reception of a
- [Latin Mass at Mission Hill](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2016/05/31/latin-mass-at-mission-hill/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”0|0px|0|0px”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] In 1866, Blessed Pope Pius IX entrusted the Redemptorists with the miraculous image of Our Mother of Perpetual Help, with the mission: “Make her known throughout the world.” The Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer has fulfilled that mission in
- [Crowning Our Queen](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2015/05/18/crowning-our-queen/) - In Still River, the month of May is filled with hymns of love and devotion to Our Lady. Nature itself seems to join the celebration as it burst into color and life turning May into a perpetual “Mother’s Day.” At Saint Benedict Center all this beauty climaxes with the annual May Procession, a day of
- [IHM Lauded by Catholic Action League](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2015/02/27/ihm-lauded-by-catholic-action-league/) - On February 26, Immaculate Heart of Mary School in a News Release announced that it was withdrawing its marching band and float of Saint Patrick from the South Boston Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. It was quickly picked up and reported by MyFoxBoston.com and LifeSiteNews.com Later in the day, the Catholic Action League of Massachusetts came out with the following news
- [Christmas Moments](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2015/01/10/christmas-moments/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”54px|0px|0|0px”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Well, the Three Kings have made it to the manger scene and before long the decorations will be coming down and another beautiful Christmas will be but a treasury of memories. Before those moments fade too soon into happy memories
- [Bride of Christ](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2014/09/09/bride-of-christ/) - On September 8th, 2014, Sister Mary Imelda, novice, the former Mary-Kate Duffy of Shirley, Massachusetts, made her vows to Our Lord, Jesus Christ, as His bride. The touching ceremony began when she walked down the aisle in her bridal gown on the arm of her father, and followed by her flower girls, her two younger
- [Saint Patrick's Triumphant March](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2014/03/17/saint-patricks-triumphant-march/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”0|0px|0|0px”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] It was a glorious day for Saint Patrick on Sunday as he was duly honored in the annual Boston Saint Patrick’s Day Parade amid the cheers of up to a million spectators lining the streets of
- [Saint Patrick Prevails](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2014/03/04/saint-patrick-prevails/) - After the March 3rd controversy over the South Boston parade, Br. Thomas Augustine received word this morning from the Allied War Veterans, the organizers of the South Boston Saint Patrick’s Day Parade, that the application of the gay advocacy group has been rejected. At a school assembly this morning the students applauded the news that this
- [Sr. Mary Clair](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2014/02/12/sr-mary-clair/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]It was a long trek from Arkansas to Massachusettes, but the Sonnier family was happy to make the journey and brave the New England weather in order to see their lovely young daughter take her next step in religious life. Clair
- [Welcome New Sisters!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2013/08/16/welcome-new-sisters/) - On the feast of the Assumption, August 15, Erin Kelly took the white veil of a Novice in the Community of the Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. This step toward final Profession was preceded by six months as a postulant with the Sisters. Now, two years of prayer, study and work will lead
- [Standing for Life](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/02/03/standing-for-life/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”1px||27px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.8.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]The 2021 March for Life in Washington D.C. may have been “physically” cancelled but many mini-marches took place all over the country instead! Saint Benedict Center organized its own in nearby Worcester MA, the infamous city where “the pill” was
- [Winter 2016 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2016/03/12/winter-2016-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”0|0px|54px|0px”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”14px|0px|27px|0px”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]The Winter 2016 Newsletter is hot off the press here at the monastery! You can get a sneak peek at it before it is even mailed out from Mancipia Press! The winter months of 2015-2016 have been busy and historical! From Professions,
- [Postulancy: The Journey Begins](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2016/02/02/postulancy-the-journey-begins/) - The feast of the Purification and Candlemas, February 2, 2016, was coupled with the acceptance of two new postulants this year. Amanda (Katy) Hannon from Louisiana and Jennifer (Jenny) Brizek from New Jersey, received the habits of postulants and took their first step in the journey of religious formation toward becoming a vowed Sister, Slave
- [MacIsaac Hall in Motion](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2016/01/27/macisaac-hall-in-motion/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”0|0px|0|0px”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”11px|0px|0|0px”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Over the past months MacIsaac Hall has become a working reality. Everything is painted and the flooring and lighting is installed. The bathrooms and locker rooms are complete. Basketball hoops, score board and divider curtain are up; the beautiful
- [Veni Sponsa Christi!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2016/01/19/true-devotion-in-nebraska/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”20px|0px|0|0px”][et_pb_row custom_padding=”1px|0px|27px|0px” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Veni Sponsa Christi! Come Spouse of Christ! …were the words that rang through IHM Chapel and all eternity, as two young Sisters pronounced their First Vows yesterday, Sunday, January 17th, 2016. Earlier in the morning, Sister Marie-Celine and Sister Mary
- [Summer 2015 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2015/11/25/summer-2015-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”54px|0px|0|0px”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”27px|0px|7px|0px”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Check out what has been going on around the monastery, school, printing press, and our numerous apostolates, by checking out the Summer 2015 Newsletter which is now available for downloading, and sharing! The printed version of the newsletter was
- [Spring 2015 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2015/06/30/spring-2015-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]The Spring 2015 newsletter from Saint Benedict Center is now available online! Check out what has been going on around the monastery, school, printing press, gym etc. …there is always someing new and exciting going on here! The printed version
- [Brother Patrick Joseph, Novice](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2015/04/30/brother-patrick-joseph-novice/) - When the six months of Postulancy is up and the time for Novitiate is at hand, the candidate prepares to “put on the new man” by receiving the habit and a new name in religion. On the feast of Saint Louis Marie de Montfort, postulant Michael Duffy did just this. After a Solemn High Mass
- [The Leaving of Boston](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2015/03/25/the-leaving-of-boston/) - The Sisters MICM rewrote the words to the traditional Irish song, "The Leaving of Liverpool" – to capture the Catholic spirit of their school band and the "Leaving of Boston" as they pulled out of the South Boston Saint Patrick's Day Parade for the first time in 25 years. https://youtu.be/uOqd-Q39Snc
- [Easter Blessings](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/04/03/easter-blessings/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_margin=”-2px|||||” custom_padding=”12px||9px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.2.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”9px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]“The Easter proclamation spreads throughout the world with the joyful song of the Alleluia. Let us sing it with our lips, and let us sing it above all with our hearts and our lives, with a
- [Follow the Saints](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/11/05/follow-the-saints/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”6px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”11px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.13.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]A history-making All Saints’ Procession took place at Saint John the Guardian of Our Lady Parish for the first time on Sunday, October 31, 2021. Under the direction of Father James Mazzone, pastor, the procession
- [Fall 2021 Expansion Update!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/11/22/fall-2021-expansion-update/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”10px||46px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px||16px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The Brothers were very busy this summer with the many projects here at the monastery and at Montfort Retreat – site of the Summer Youth Camps. Still, they managed to make some great progress on
- [New Beginning](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2014/01/17/new-beginning/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]January 17th marked the 65th Anniversary of the original founding of the Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary and the beginning of the 38th year of the re-founding by Brother Hugh MacIsaac. It was celebrated with a beautiful Missa Cantata
- [Scenes of Christmas](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2014/01/07/scenes-of-christmas/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Merry Little Christmas! We are celebrating the feast of the Epiphany, and thanking God for a truly beautiful, peaceful and joy-filled Christmas and New Years! Special thanks to all those friends and benefactors who helped so generously to make Christmas here
- [Leaders in Training](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2013/07/02/leaders-in-training/) - "If you are what you should be, you will set the whole world on fire!" (St. Catherine of Siena) Seventy catholic young women from across the country spent a week of training, exercises and fun at Morning Star Leadership Camp during the week of June 23-29, 2013. The fantastic group jumped right into the schedule
- [Pro-Life Award](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2013/04/09/pro-life-award/) - The annual Mass for Life was celebrated by Bishop Robert J. McManus on Monday, April 8 at 10:00 a.m. at the Cathedral of St. Paul in Worcester. Celebrating the Solemnity of the Annunciation, a feast day with special theological significance for the pro-life cause, since it celebrates the moment when God the Son assumed human
- [Expansion: Contractor Interview](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/11/21/expansion-contractor-interview/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”10px||46px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px||16px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Even in these troubling times, when many Catholic schools are closing their doors, Immaculate Heart of Mary School—here in Still River, MA—is expanding. It is a sign that Our Blessed Mother loves her children and wants her children to
- [New! Grace-ful Scarves!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/11/24/new-grace-ful-scarves/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”2px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px||15px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/scarvesad.jpg” alt=”Graceful Scarves designed by the Sisters MICM” title_text=”Catholic Scarves” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.6″ text_line_height=”2em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”34px|||||”]Introducing new limited edition scarves designed by the Sisters! These two beautiful additions to any wardrobe are real conversation starters, introducing inquirers to the Faith.
- [Giving Tuesday 2020](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/11/30/giving-tuesday-2020/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”2px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”13px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||33px|||”]Sister Magdalene Marie, Sister Maria Faustina, and Sister Mary Jacinta are excited to give you an update of what has taken place on the school construction since the Sisters’ initial video, one year ago. Watch the video, share,
- [Sisters' Wish List](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/12/03/sisters-wish-list/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”8px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/srslist20_2.jpg” alt=”Thank you for filling the Sisters MICM wishlist!” title_text=”Sisters Wishlist Thanks” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||34px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.6″ text_line_height=”2em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]‘Tis the season to make a wish list… and that is just what the Sisters have done! A giant THANK YOU
- [Merry Christmas](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/12/24/merry-christmas/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”1px||0px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]With this slide show and Music of Innocents, we wish you a Blessed and Merry Christmas. You and your intentions are being remembered in a special way at three Christmas Masses at Saint Benedict Center here in Still River. May
- [Bold Catholic Scarves!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/01/13/bold-catholic-scarves/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”1px||27px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”8px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/catholicscarf21.jpg” alt=”Shop our Knit Scarves with bold Catholic designs” title_text=”catholic scarves” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||32px|||”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.7″ text_line_height=”2em” header_4_line_height=”1.7em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||5px|||” custom_padding=”||4px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]It’s still wintry cold here in Still River… so it’s the perfect time to announce a few new
- [Expansion: To the Top!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/01/16/expansion-to-the-top/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”1px||27px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”8px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.8.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]With the New Year has come a lot of progress on the IHM School Expansion Project! On January 8th the crane arrived and the first section of roof trusses started going up! What an exciting day! It is incredible
- [Winter 2021 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/02/09/winter-2021-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Stay updated on news from our active Monastery! Check out the Winter 2021 Newsletter from Saint Benedict Center available now online! The School Expansion Project has made great progress in the last few months! Even bad winter weather can’t
- [Morning Star in the Deep South](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/02/20/morning-star-in-the-deep-south/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]For the third year in a row, the Sisters have travelled to Louisiana during February break to bring some Morning Star activities and spirit! Each year the numbers of attendees have steadily grown! This year’s event took place from February
- [Faith in Florida](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/03/04/faith-in-florida/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Three Brothers brought a little bit of Montfort Camp down to the town of Ave Maria in Florida over February break, from February 13th to the 19th. The warm, 90-degree weather was only surpassed by the warm reception of the
- [New! The Martin Family Issue](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/03/12/new-the-martin-family-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]A unique issue of “From the Housetops Magazine” is getting ready to ship from Mancipia Press this week! The issue features the members of the Martin Family ~ the family that produced one of the most popular saints of all time,
- [A New Site for the Sisters!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/03/27/a-new-site-for-the-sisters/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||36px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]The Sisters, Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary of Saint Benedict Center, are excited to announce their SistersMICM.com website! The new site, designed and executed by Sr. Marie Bernard, was launched on March 25th! The monastery site
- [Rose Window Work](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/04/10/rose-window-work/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”5px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.3″ text_line_height=”1.8em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||30px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]The rose window in Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel has crowned the altar reredos since its installation in 1980. The window, featuring the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary and the Immaculate Heart, is the climax
- [Lumen Christi!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/04/12/lumen-christi/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”9px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.3″ text_line_height=”1.8em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||30px|||”]The Sacred Triduum was celebrated here at Saint Benedict Center in it’s wealth of prayer and tradition. Thanks to Father Becker, and our host of well-trained altar boys, the sacred rites of Holy Thursday, Good Friday and
- [Organ Donor](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/04/24/organ-donor/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px|||||”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.4.7″][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.4.7″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]On March 18, 2021, our 30 year-old organ at Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel was replaced with a new Rodgers organ that was given in memory of Rita Rose. The improved sound of the new organ resonates magnificently in the chapel and brings
- [Expansion Update Videos](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/05/04/expansion-spring-update/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”1px||27px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”8px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Spring is here in Still River, and with the good weather comes great progress on the IHM School Expansion Project! As the 2020-2021 academic year wraps up, everyone watches the developments of the addition with excitement for the future!
- [Spring 2021 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/05/10/spring-2021-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]The Spring 2021 “From the Center Newsletter” is going to press as we write! Soon it will be on the way to our subscribers in a lovely little packet from the monastery! Get a sneak peek by
- [Feast of Corpus Christi](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/06/04/feast-of-corpus-christi/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]In the providence of God, this year the feast of Corpus Christi fell on the last day of classes for the 2020-2021 academic year. For the first time in over a year the entire student body attended
- [Morning Star Camp: 40 Years!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/07/26/morning-star-camp-40-years/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.10″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]The Sisters just finished up their 40th season of Morning Star Camp for Catholic Girls! The 2021 camp season featured four 1-week sessions for girls including a week of Leadership Camp, two weeks of Morning Star Summer Camp,
- [Happy Campers in Idaho!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/08/30/happy-campers-in-idaho/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0px||8px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.10.7″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”196px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The state of Idaho again hosted both Montfort Boys Camp and Morning Star Girls Camp this summer on the same week… but ironically at completely opposite ends of the state! Read about
- [Montfort Camp Season 2021](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/08/10/montfort-camp-season-2021/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”7px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”13px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.11″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The Montfort Camps, directed by the Brothers MICM, had a full attendance of campers and staff once again for the 2021 camp season! (Be sure to see the two videos below!) The season opened with
- [Expansion & Upkeep](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/09/28/expansion-upkeep/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.10.8″ custom_padding=”11px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.10.8″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.10.8″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The exterior of IHM Expansion Project is now a lovely structure, completing the New England style school building. Windows and siding are on most of it and the wrap-around porch is being constructed with our
- [New Postulants](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/10/12/emma-lekovic-postulant/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.6.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.6.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.11.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]This fall the Sisters, Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, accepted two new postulants. Emma Lekovic was accepted on the feast of Our Lady’s Nativity, September 8, 2021 and Marie Cote was accepted on the feast
- [Fall 2021 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/10/21/fall-2021-newsletter/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.11.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||32px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The Fall 2021 “From the Center” Newsletter now available for your enjoyment here online! The newsletter is a great way to stay up to date on everything that is going on at the
- [New Items in Our Shop!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/11/02/new-items-in-our-shop/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.12.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||4px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ specialty_columns=”2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”4.12.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.12.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.12.1″ header_3_line_height=”1.7em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]‘Tis the season for shopping… so be sure to Shop Catholic this Christmas! The Sisters have designed some lovely new items for our “True Devotionals Gift Shop” recently! Be sure
- [Advent: Prepare Your Heart!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/11/16/spiritual-christmas-crib/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”8px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”13px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Advent, the season of preparation for the great feast of Christmas, is quickly approaching! We wanted to share a few of our traditions that we keep here at the monastery during this beautiful season
- [Winter Newsletter 2022](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/02/04/winter-newsletter-2022/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.8″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||32px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]​The Winter 2022 “From the Center” Newsletter is on the press here at the monastery! You can be one of the first to enjoy it by viewing here online! The newsletter is a
- [First Montfort Camp Louisiana!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/03/09/first-montfort-camp-louisiana/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”8px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The start of Lent saw three Brothers flying south to Louisiana to direct the inaugural year of Montfort Youth Retreat in Louisiana! Eighteen pioneer campers joined the Brothers for four days at the BoCamb
- [2022 Camps Begin!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/03/12/2022-camps-begin/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”5px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The registrations for Morning Star Girls’ Camp and Montfort Boys’ Camp are filled up already! This camp program at our New Hampshire camp facility is now celebrating its 41st year and going strong. Catholic in all their activities,
- [Favorite Saints' Fest](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/03/23/favorite-saints-fest/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.15″ custom_padding=”10px||46px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.15″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px||16px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.15″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.15.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]What happens when you mix the feast of two Saints, bread and music? Well, you get a memorable weekend of festive food and celebration! That’s what happened on March 19, 2022, when our annual Saint
- [Lenten Pilgrimage](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/03/31/lenten-pilgrimage/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”10px||46px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”13px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Members of the Saint Michael’s Crusaders Mens’ Group, and their sons, make the 7-mile pilgrimage from Saint Benedict Center to Saint John the Evangelist Parish in Clinton, MA on March 26, 2022. The
- [Spring Newsletter 2022](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/04/09/spring-newsletter-2022/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0|0px|3px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”13px||6px|||”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||32px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]The Spring 2022 “From the Center” Newsletter has been printed and mailed from Mancipia Press and should be arriving just before Easter! Enjoy catching up on the highlighted events that have taken place
- [Easter Blessings!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/04/14/easter-blessings-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”14px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.17.0″ text_font_size=”13px” header_font_size=”23px” header_line_height=”1.5em” header_4_text_color=”#255D7B” header_4_font_size=”16px” header_4_line_height=”1.7em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Christians, to the Paschal Victim, offer sacrifice and praise. The sheep are ransomed by the Lamb; and Christ, the undefiled, hath sinners to His Father
- [Pilgrimage to Martyrs Shrine](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/04/24/pilgrimage-to-martyrs-shrine/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Every spring the Brothers MICM have a special event just for the Servers of IHM Chapel. This year a group took a trip to the Martyrs Shrine in Auriesville, NY. It was moving for all to stand
- [May Expansion Update](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/05/06/may-expansion-update/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”10px||46px|||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”7px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]It has been a while since we’ve posted an update on our IHM School Expansion Project! The building is progressing, but not always very visibly! Brother Anthony Marie,
- [New Sister Novice](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/05/14/new-sister-novice/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]On the feast of Our Lady of Fatima, May 13, 2022, the Sisters MICM accepted Marie Cote as a Novice! During a simple ceremony at the end of Mass, Marie received the habit and
- [Blessed Karl of Austria Issue](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/05/28/blessed-karl-of-austria-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”12px||9px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]The latest issue of “From the Housetops” magazine, has been written, published, printed and mailed out to subscribers – right here on the monastery grounds! This impressive issue features the inspiring life of Blessed Karl
- [Morning Star Idaho '22](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/07/01/morning-star-idaho-22/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]Three of our Sisters MICM brought the Morning Star Camp program to Saint Joan of Arc Parish in Idaho once again this summer! The Sisters directed a day camp at the parish for younger campers and
- [Profession of Brother Christopher Isaac](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2014/04/29/profession-of-brother-christopher-isaac/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”2px|0px|0|0px”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]The feast of Our Lady of Good Counsel, April 26, brought very special blessings to the community with the Profession of Vows of Brother Christopher Isaac Duffy. After two and a half years of prayer, study and formation, Brother Christopher
- [Montfort Boys Camps 2014](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2014/07/31/montfort-boys-camps-2014/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”15px|0px|0|0px”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”0|0px|0|0px”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Montfort Boys Camp hosted 82 boys ages 9–13 from Sunday July 6 through Saturday July 12. Campers from 15 states – some as far away as Virginia, Minnesota, Arkansas and Texas – spent an exciting week with the Brothers, counselors
- [Morning Star Camp 2014](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2014/07/31/morning-star-camp-2014/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”26.4688px|0px|9px|0px”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]“Thou art the star of morning in God’s broad sky…” its not every day that you hear 90+ young girls (ages 10-15) singing a song like that first thing each morning! But at Morning Star Camp its the theme and
- [Michael Duffy, Postulant](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2014/08/16/michael-duffy-postulant/) - The feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary was celebrated here at Saint Benedict Center with a beautiful Missa Cantata and the reception of Michael Duffy as a postulant Brother! Michael, the identical twin of Brother Christopher Isaac and brother to Sister Mary Imelda, asked during the ceremony for "the mercy of God
- [To the Heights](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2013/03/19/lighting-it-up/) - Work on MacIsaac Hall (the gym/auditorium building project) is progressing slowly but surely through these months of New England snow storms! The majority of the building has been closed in, and the exterior cement board that is necessary before the siding, is being put into place. Meanwhile, the inside has been framed into rooms and
- [Saint Camillus & Cebu](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2013/03/12/saint-camillus-cebu/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]The relic of the heart of Saint Camillus de Lellis visited Cebu for the first time on March 1 and 2, 2013 – and “From the Housetops” was there to greet him!
- [Brother Hugh Remembered](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2012/07/12/brother-hugh-remembered/) - July 11, 2012, marked the thirty-third anniversary of the death of Brother Hugh MacIsaac. A truly dynamic man in size, spirit and spirituality, Brother Hugh was one of the original followers of Father Leonard Feeney, in the founding years of Saint Benedict Center, and is remembered as the Second Superior of the Slaves of the
- [Confirma hoc, Deus](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2012/06/23/confirma-hoc-deus/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]”Confirm, O God, what Thou hast wrought in us.” On June 23, 2012, the Most Reverend Robert J. McManus, of the Worcester Diocese, administered the Sacrament of Confirmation to thirty-one Confirmandi in Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel. The twelve o’clock sunshine
- [Gym Progress Report](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2012/02/22/gym-progress-report/) - The unusually mild weather experienced here at SBC has given the Brothers a chance to get a head start on the next step of the Gymnasium project. Its exciting to the see the structure change from day to day as the front lobby, bathroom/locker and office areas are framed in. Progress has come so far
- [Magazine with a Mission](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/05/01/magazine-with-a-mission/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”8px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”18px||4px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] The great apostle, Saint Paul, wrote to the Hebrews, “Without Faith, it is impossible to please God.” Is God pleased then, with the state of the Church and the world today? The Faith
- [Golden Jubilee](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/12/01/golden-jubilee/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”17px||7px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.8″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] On November 25, 2021, Brother Thomas Augustine, MICM, celebrated 50 years of Religious Profession as a Slave of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. It was no coincidence that the day should fall on
- [Our Lady of Good Counsel Issue](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/12/05/our-lady-of-good-counsel-issue/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”5px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.8″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] The most recent issue of From the Housetops Magazine features the enchanting story of the miraculous fresco of Our Lady of Good Counsel. The ancient painting, by an unknown artist, is
- [Sisters Make Final Profession](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/12/10/sister-make-final-profession/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.6.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.6.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.8″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Two of our Sisters MICM, Sister Mary Jacinta and Sister Maria Faustina, made their Final Profession as Sisters, Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, on December 8, the feast of the Immaculate Conception! It was
- [Christmas Festival 2021](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/12/15/christmas-festival-2021/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”8px|0px|2px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”2px|0px|27px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.8″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] It’s amazing what a few changes of decor will do! Within one day, the gymnasium of our MacIsaac Hall transformed into a sparkling wonderland and the perfect setting for the 2021 Christmas
- [Hail Mary: Songs of Love & Devotion](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2021/12/18/hail-mary-songs-of-love-devotion/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”2px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15px||15px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/HailMaryCDcover.jpg” alt=”Hail Mary CD, by the Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary” title_text=”Hail Mary CD” show_in_lightbox=”on” _builder_version=”4.14.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.8″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] We are happy to announce that
- [Expansion: January '22 Update](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/01/24/expansion-january-22-update/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”1px||27px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”8px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/expansion_sunset.jpg” alt=”IHM Expansion January 2022 ” title_text=”expansion at sunset” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||32px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_4,1_4″ _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.8″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Throughout the weeks of Advent and Christmas, progress on the IHM School
- [20 Years in Eternity](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2022/01/17/20-years-in-eternity/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”3px||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/rip_brjoseph.jpg” alt=”Brother Joseph Mueller, MICM” title_text=”Rest in Peace” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.8″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of
- [August 2020 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2020/08/05/august-2020-newsletter/) - The latest issue of "From the Center - Newsletter for Friends and Benefactors of Saint Benedict Center Across the Country" is being printed right now in our print shop! Be one of the first to read it right here on our website! View the newsletter below in a handy flip book format or download it here.
- [Challenge Met!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/11/04/expansion-update-challenge-met/) - Thanks to the support of many donors and their contributions made through the mail, online and GoFundMe… we have met the Matching Gift Challenge offered by the Fr. Edward E. Sipperly Foundation which ended on October 31st! We’ve raised $100,000 since July, which will now be generously doubled by the Foundation and giving us a
- [Morning Star Camps 2018](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2018/07/28/morning-star-camps-2018/) - Traveling from across the country, 400 campers came to experience life, in a pure and simple way, and immerse themselves in an atmosphere permeated with prayer and the unseen presence of Christ and His Mother. Everything at Morning Star is done “To Jesus through Mary,” and that spirit is the thread that keeps all activities together
- [Morning Star Idaho](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2018/08/24/morning-star-idaho/) - This year, at the beginning of August, Morning Star Camp went “Out West!” for a one-week adventure with Saint Joan of Arc Parish in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho! The 55 girls who attended camped in tents and ‘roughed it’ for the week in the beautiful woods and surroundings of Farragut State Park. The days started with Mass
- [Brides of Christ](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2018/09/18/brides-of-christ/) - The First Profession of Sister Maria Faustina and Sister Mary Jacinta took place on September 8, 2018. What a perfect birthday gift for Our Lady: two young women dedicating themselves through vows as religious Slaves of her Immaculate Heart! Two and a half years of training and preparation had gone by, first as postulant then as
- [Fall Bazaar Fundraiser](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2018/10/11/fall-bazaar-fundraiser/) - There may have been overcast skies on Saturday, October 6, (and a bit of mud) but no spirits were dampened for the annual Fall Bazaar! A steady stream of visitors from near and far came to Still River to enjoy the day at our ol'-time country bazaar! There were lots of bargains in the giant
- [Summer 2018 Newsletter](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2018/10/29/summer-2018-newsletter/) - Our long overdue 2018 Spring / Summer Newsletter is finally available here online! It is just a peek into what has been going on at our active monastery during the past couple of months! Enjoy reading about the recent Professions for both the Sisters' community and the Brothers' community… thanks be to God! You'll also
- [Fatima May Procession](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/05/15/fatima-may-procession/) - Ave! Ave! Ave, Maria! resounded in procession as the community at Saint Benedict Center, along with students, family, friends and first-timers joined in spirit with the thousands across the globe in celebration of the hundredth anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady at Fatima. The historic day, May 13th, 2017, began with a Solemn high
- [Monastery Expansion](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/07/06/monastery-expansion/) - In April 2017, Bud Evans, our friend and neighbor for 40 years passed away at the age of 90. Bud was an icon of our village, “Still River,” in the town of Harvard, MA, where he ran a “pick-your-own” pumpkin and sunflower farm in the seventy-seven-acre valley behind IHM School and chapel. The Evans Farm
- [Montfort Boys Camp](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/07/24/montfort-boys-camp/) - Watch some great highlights from the 2017 session of Montfort Catholic Boys Camp directed by the Brothers, Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Montfort is always a week of wholesome fun and activity in a truly Catholic environment. Here's just a few shots from a week full of action, fun and Faith! https://vimeo.com/226444834
- [Morning Star Memories 2017](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/07/30/morning-star-memories-2017/) - Well, another summer of Morning Star Camp has come and gone! This year marked the 10th anniversary of the opening of Montfort Retreat Center! Over the years many campers have passed through the iron gates of Montfort that lead into what we like to call, "a little piece of heaven." Girls from across the country
- [Pro-Life Billboard Campaign](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/09/04/pro-life-billboard-campaign/) - The Saint John the Baptist Pro-Life League of Immaculate Heart of Mary School often participates in the 40 Days for Life prayer vigils in front of Planned Parenthood, Worcester, MA. The students, however, wanted to do more! That is when the idea for a billboard campaign came up! Initiated by the school’s administration, and designed
- [Paving the Way](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/10/03/paving-the-way/) - Now that the MacIsaac Hall is finished, the final touches are being addressed. One of them is not a detail, but an essential, and thanks to a close friend of ours, who generously donated the funds to make this possible, we finally have a paved driveway not only to the gym, but all the way to
- [A Fall Tradition Continues](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/10/14/a-fall-tradition-continues/) - On Saturday, October 7, 2017, the feast of the Holy Rosary – while a continuous Rosary was recited in IHM Chapel throughout the day, outside the monastery was once again transformed into an autumn fair. Started over 30 years ago as a bake & yard sale in the school parking lot, "the Bazaar" has grown into
- [SBC on the Air](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/10/15/sbc-on-the-air/) - Recently the Brothers began working with WQPH, a local radio affiliate of EWTN, which serves the northern Worcester County in Massachusetts. Mary Ann Harold, President of Eternal Life Radio, was looking for Catholic programs from people in the area. Shortly after, the Brothers started producing two minute programs on the lives of the saints, taking
- [Double or Nothing](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/10/16/expansion-update-double-or-nothing/) - The leaves are changing here in Still River, and every evening the sunset over the valley… including the 77 acres which we hope to purchase behind the school, is a picture of beauty and promise. As the year wanes, the Monastery Expansion project, which has been dubbed here, the "Valley fund" – is drawing to
- [Fatima 100 Years](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/10/17/fatima-100-years/) - A short video featuring the events and celebrations at Saint Benedict Center for the 100th anniversary of the last apparition at Fatima and the Miracle of the Sun. October 13, 2017. https://vimeo.com/238556401
- [Guadalupe Gifts](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/12/15/expansion-update-guadalupe-gifts/) - EXPANSION UPDATE! On December 12, 2017, Our Lady of Guadalupe enfolded our monastery in her arms, and with it the 77 acres of Evans Farm behind the school and chapel property. What a blessing to finally close on the purchase of the property on such a lovely feast of Our Lady! She is truly watching
- [December 8th Professions](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/12/12/december-8th-professions/) - "I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, and my soul shall be joyful in my God: for He hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, and with the robe of justice He hath covered me, as a bride adorned with her jewels.” (Isaias 61:10) The opening words for the Introit of the Mass of
- [Back to the Grind](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/01/31/back-to-the-grind/) - There are plenty of rock walls in New England… but visitors to the convent grounds here at SBC may wonder what the wall of full size trees along the cemetery road is all about. This oversized privacy screen may not be the prettiest part of the monastery… but it is a very important one –
- [IHM Chapel: Fit for the King](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2017/01/06/ihm-chapel-fit-for-the-king/) - The rustic beauty of Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel in Still River takes on a look of alpine majesty during the Christmas season. As some visitors have stated: This chapel was built for Christmas! But what many people don’t know is that the trees, wreaths, evergreen roping and fragrant greenery that drape our little House
- [Visitors from Afar](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2016/12/18/visitors-from-afar/) - Father Francis Unegbu, from Nigeria, visited Immaculate Heart of Mary School on December 12 – the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Father is presently studying in Rome where he is working on a doctoral thesis in education. Father has been visiting schools to observe how they integrate religion into the classroom. Fascinated with IHM
- [25th Jubilee of Profession](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2016/12/12/25th-jubilee-of-profession/) - Sister Agnes Mary Mueller, MICM celebrated 25 years as a professed Slave of the Immaculate Heart of Mary on December 8, 2016. Sister serves as the Novice Mistress and teaches in the elementary school. She has taught first grade for 25 years and fourth grade for the last three. Her first graders, many now grown
- [A Bazaar Tradition](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2016/10/12/a-bazaar-tradition/) - The small field in front of Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel and School, Still River, MA, is normally used as an area where students play during recess… except on one day of the year – the October Bazaar and Fundraiser! A monastery tradition, the bazaar is a family oriented event which has drawn people from
- [IHM School Promotional Video](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2016/11/16/ihm-school-promotional-video/) - A look inside the life and spirit of Immaculate Heart of Mary School with footage from an interview with our Bishop Robert McManus of the Diocese of Worcester Ma. Find out more about IHM School by visiting the school website. https://vimeo.com/169590201
- [Sisters MICM Promotional Video](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2016/08/22/sisters-micm-promotional-video/) - A short promotional video to the lives of the Sisters, Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary – giving all to Jesus through Mary in the spirit of Saint Louis Marie de Montfort's True Devotion to Mary. Find out more about the daily life and apostolates of Sisters under the "About Us" menu item or visit
- [Montfort Youth Retreat 2016](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2016/09/02/montfort-youth-retreat-2016/) - A totally Catholic program for young men in a breathtaking place dedicated to Our Lady! Montfort Youth Retreat, directed by the Brothers, Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary takes place each summer to give high school and collage age youth break away from the weight of the world and live in the freshness, power
- [Two New Novices!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2016/09/07/two-new-novices/) - The feast of the Assumption of Our Lady was celebrated in a most solemn and joyful manner here at St. Benedict Center, as the busy summer came to a close. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass for the feast was offered by Father Neil Roy, Rev. Deacon Matthew Vierno, FSSP, served as deacon and Brother
- [Miles for Mercy!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2016/07/18/miles-for-mercy/) - This summer a new spiritual journey blazed through western Massachusetts. Led by the Brothers, Slaves of the Immaculate Heart, 14 young men made a four-day, 80-mile pilgrimage to the Shrine of the Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, MA. Traversing water and land, the group canoed, hiked and camped, as they prayed and sang, all in the pursuit of
- [The Montfort Miracle](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2008/10/12/the-montfort-miracle/) - Footage of the building progress of Montfort Retreat, run by the Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, from the purchase of the property in 2004 until 2008 when it was opened for the first season! https://vimeo.com/142752826
- [A Tale of Two Tragedies](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2015/05/28/a-tale-of-two-tragedies/) - Check out this powerful new video from our students at Immaculate Heart of Mary School's Pro-Life League! "Does the Boston Marathon Bombing have anything to do with abortion sites? Are there parallels? Is our country’s Justice System out of balance? What about the Death Penalty? Students of Immaculate Heart of Mary School point out the
- [Deere Friends](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2015/08/03/deere-friends/) - This morning a green ‘gator was seen on the monastery grounds… not prowling but rolling off the flat bed of a truck into the parking lot! At the beginning of the summer, the Sisters launched a campaign to raise money for a John Deere Gator to use for “buggy-lugging” and emergency off-road purposes at the
- [Confirmation Day 2015](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2015/04/29/confirmation-day-2015/) - Spiritus Sanctus superveniat in vos, et virtus Altissimi custodiat vos a peccatis. "May the Holy Spirit descend upon you and the power of the Most High preserve you from sin." This was the beginning prayer of the Traditional Ritual of Confirmation in which His Excellency, the Most Reverend Robert J. McManus, Bishop of Worcester, confirmed over
- [May Procession 2014](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2014/05/21/may-procession-2014/) - The annual May Procession honoring Our Blessed Mother, was held on Sunday, May 18th. Thanks be to God, it was an absolutely beautiful day and a glorious event befitting the Queen of Heaven! Father Paul Nicholson, who was visiting, gave a stirring sermon during the Sung Mass and presided over the rosary said during the
- [Holy Week 2014 Video](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2014/04/24/holy-week-2014-video/) - https://youtu.be/-wiUMQNfe5w A look at Passiontide and the beautiful Holy Week services and ceremonies held here at Saint Benedict Center in a lovely video produced by the Brothers in Mancipia Studios! Pax Christi!
- [No Blessing for Boston](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2014/03/03/no-blessing-for-boston/) - The historic South Boston Saint Patrick's Day Parade will go on as planned once again this year, but without a blessing from Saint Patrick, himself. After more than 20 years, IHM School's iconic float bearing the majestic Saint and a bevy of irish children and angels (IHM students) will not be seen waving and smiling
- [MacIsaac Hall Update](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2013/11/12/macisaac-hall-update/) - The MacIsaac Hall, (the gym-building project) is coming along slowly but surely! Although the indoors still look pretty much the same, there are alot of behind-the-scenes things going on. The sprinkler system is well underway, as well as electrical, insulation, a new cement floor for the basement and the cement stairs come next week. The
- [Montfort in Motion](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2013/08/01/montfort-in-motion/) - The woods of New Hampshire have been alive with activity the last few weeks as car loads of campers have made the trek from various distances to be a part of the summer youth programs. Representations from as far as California, Texas, Indiana, Arkansas, Virginia, the Carolinas and all along the East Coast, came to
- [Erin Kelly, Postulant](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2013/02/11/erin-kelly-postulant/) - On the feast of Our Lady of Lourdes (who appeared to Bernadette so many years ago) – Saint Benedict Center was blessed to present to Our Lady a fitting gift for her beautiful feast – a new vocation! Towards the end of the feast day Mass, in a short ceremony where the aspirant petitions for
- [September Strides](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2012/10/15/september-strides/) - The school band marching season has begun again; there are theology and Latin students to teach, and yet, the Brothers are still making strides on the gym/auditorium project! Its not unusual to see cars slowing down on Route 110 to check out the progress on what is already a striking facility! During the past month
- [Gym Project Progress](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2012/08/29/gym-project-progress/) - Well, you may not be able to get up the convent drive presently… but progress takes pain… so the ditches and pipeworks which will soon be the septic of the Gym/Auditorium are just another hurdle towards completion! But other than that, the building is looking mighty good! Thanks to a generous donor, the building was roofed
- ["Behold the Man."](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2012/03/30/behold-the-man/) - A few years ago, generous friends, after visiting Turin with their young family, donated a life-size replica of the Shroud that they purchased there. This breathtaking replica, measuring 43 inches by 14 feet, bearing the exact markings and image of the original linen shroud of Christ was too large to display front and back, due
- [Guardian of Mary](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2012/03/20/guardian-of-mary/) - The feast of Saint Joseph, brought a special gift to the community this year. Following High Mass, Postulant Christopher Duffy took the habit as a Novice of the Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Putting on the new man, he will henceforth be known as Brother Christopher Isaac, taking for his patrons the great
- [September 8th Blessings](https://www.saintbenedict.com/2011/09/08/september-8th-blessings/) - The feast of Our Lady's Nativity on September 8, 2011 was a memorable day for Saint Benedict Center. After High Mass, the Brothers received Christopher Duffy into their community as a postulant. This six month period, a prelude to the the Noviciate, will enable Chris to live the life of a Slave of the Immaculate

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- [Welcome](https://www.saintbenedict.com/) - The Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary of Saint Benedict Center is a traditional, active Order re-founded by Brother Hugh MacIsaac in 1976.
- [Mass & Devotions Schedule](https://www.saintbenedict.com/pray/mass-devotions-schedule/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_type=”circular” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”top left” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(255,255,255,0.89) 30%|rgba(255,255,255,0) 80%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”rgba(255,255,255,0.89)” background_color_gradient_start_position=”30%” background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(255,255,255,0)” background_color_gradient_end_position=”80%” background_image=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/springchapelmorning.jpg” background_position=”top_center” custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”116px||116px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”27px|0px|29px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”Playfair Display||||||||” header_text_color=”#255d7b” header_font_size=”80px” header_line_height=”1.2em” header_5_font=”Raleway|700||on|||||” header_5_text_color=”#6b6b6b” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_letter_spacing=”0.5em” header_5_line_height=”1.8em” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”5%” header_font_size_tablet=”48px” header_font_size_phone=”32px”
- [Monthly Bulletin](https://www.saintbenedict.com/pray/monthly-bulletin/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.27.7″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_type=”circular” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”top left” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(255,255,255,0.89) 30%|rgba(255,255,255,0) 84%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”rgba(255,255,255,0.89)” background_color_gradient_start_position=”30%” background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(255,255,255,0)” background_color_gradient_end_position=”84%” background_image=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/july23_preciousblood.jpg” background_position=”top_center” custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”116px||116px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”27px|0px|29px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”Playfair Display||||||||” header_text_color=”#255d7b” header_font_size=”80px” header_line_height=”1.2em” header_5_font=”Raleway|700||on|||||” header_5_text_color=”#6b6b6b” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_letter_spacing=”0.5em” header_5_line_height=”1.8em” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”5%” header_font_size_tablet=”56px” header_font_size_phone=”49px”
- [News](https://www.saintbenedict.com/news/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_type=”circular” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”top left” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(255,255,255,0.89) 30%|rgba(255,255,255,0) 80%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”rgba(255,255,255,0.89)” background_color_gradient_start_position=”30%” background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(255,255,255,0)” background_color_gradient_end_position=”80%” background_image=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/shrine_header.jpg” custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”116px||116px||true|false” hover_enabled=”0″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” title_text=”shrine_header” sticky_enabled=”0″ da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”27px|0px|29px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”Playfair Display||||||||” header_text_color=”#255d7b” header_font_size=”80px” header_line_height=”1.2em” header_5_font=”Raleway|700||on|||||” header_5_text_color=”#6b6b6b” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_letter_spacing=”0.5em” header_5_line_height=”1.8em” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”5%”
- [IHM School](https://www.saintbenedict.com/work/ihm-school/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_type=”circular” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”top left” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(255,255,255,0.89) 30%|rgba(255,255,255,0) 80%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”rgba(255,255,255,0.89)” background_color_gradient_start_position=”30%” background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(255,255,255,0)” background_color_gradient_end_position=”80%” background_image=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IHMSchoolDonation.jpg” custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”156px||156px||true|false” hover_enabled=”0″ z_index_tablet=”500″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”Working to Save Souls” title_text=”IHMSchoolDonation” sticky_enabled=”0″ da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”27px|0px|29px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”Playfair Display||||||||” header_text_color=”#255d7b”
- [About Our Work](https://www.saintbenedict.com/work/evangelization/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_type=”circular” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”top left” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(255,255,255,0.89) 30%|rgba(255,255,255,0) 80%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”rgba(255,255,255,0.89)” background_color_gradient_start_position=”30%” background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(255,255,255,0)” background_color_gradient_end_position=”80%” background_image=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/StLMShrine_header.jpg” custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”116px||116px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”27px|0px|29px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”Playfair Display||||||||” header_text_color=”#255d7b” header_font_size=”80px” header_line_height=”1.2em” header_5_font=”Raleway|700||on|||||” header_5_text_color=”#6b6b6b” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_letter_spacing=”0.5em” header_5_line_height=”1.8em” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”5%” header_font_size_tablet=”48px” header_font_size_phone=”32px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone”
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- [Donation Options](https://www.saintbenedict.com/saint_benedict_center_donation_options/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||16px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||21px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”6ca64ecf-fbe3-4428-b1e8-65745f623d5d” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_text_color=”#193C50″ header_font_size=”70px” header_line_height=”1.2em” max_width_tablet=”400px” max_width_phone=”280px” max_width_last_edited=”off|desktop” header_font_size_tablet=”47px” header_font_size_phone=”30px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”] Supporting the Center [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||21px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]
- [Holy Week Schedule & Intentions](https://www.saintbenedict.com/holy-week-schedule-intentions/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_type=”circular” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”top left” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(255,255,255,0.89) 30%|rgba(255,255,255,0) 84%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”rgba(255,255,255,0.89)” background_color_gradient_start_position=”30%” background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(255,255,255,0)” background_color_gradient_end_position=”84%” background_image=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/crucifix.jpg” custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”116px||116px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”27px|0px|29px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”Playfair Display||||||||” header_text_color=”#255d7b” header_font_size=”80px” header_line_height=”1.2em” header_5_font=”Raleway|700||on|||||” header_5_text_color=”#6b6b6b” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_letter_spacing=”0.5em” header_5_line_height=”1.8em” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”5%” header_font_size_tablet=”56px” header_font_size_phone=”49px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone”
- [Legacy Giving](https://www.saintbenedict.com/legacy-giving/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_type=”circular” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”top left” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(255,255,255,0.89) 30%|rgba(255,255,255,0) 80%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”rgba(255,255,255,0.89)” background_color_gradient_start_position=”30%” background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(255,255,255,0)” background_color_gradient_end_position=”80%” background_image=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EasterAltar.jpg” custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”116px||116px||true|false” hover_enabled=”0″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” title_text=”EasterAltar” sticky_enabled=”0″ da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”27px|0px|29px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”Playfair Display||||||||” header_text_color=”#255d7b” header_font_size=”80px” header_line_height=”1.2em” header_5_font=”Raleway|700||on|||||” header_5_text_color=”#6b6b6b” header_5_font_size=”20px” header_5_letter_spacing=”0.5em” header_5_line_height=”1.8em” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”5%”
- [Donations to Saint Benedict Center](https://www.saintbenedict.com/donations-to-saint-benedict-center/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ custom_margin=”|auto|12px|auto||” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|||0px||” global_colors_info=”{}”] [/et_pb_code][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_2_font_size=”33px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” custom_margin=”25px||16px|-1px|false|false” custom_padding=”5px|||||” header_2_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”24px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] Other Ways to Give: [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”|700||on|||||” header_3_font_size=”18px” header_3_letter_spacing=”1px”
- [Donation for Monastery Needs](https://www.saintbenedict.com/monastery-needs-donation/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ custom_padding=”72px||||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ custom_margin=”|auto|12px|auto||” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|||0px||” global_colors_info=”{}”] The form is not published. [/et_pb_code][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||27px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
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- [History - V](https://www.saintbenedict.com/sbc-history-5/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ min_height=”679px” custom_padding=”22px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_4,1_4″ admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||6px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ text_line_height=”2em” header_3_font_size=”24px” header_3_line_height=”2.2em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Part V: Standing Strong Over 100 members bound together to continue their work, a doctrinal crusade. The date of this important development was January
- [History - VI](https://www.saintbenedict.com/sbc-history-6/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”||26px|||” custom_padding=”19px||10px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_4,1_4″ admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ text_line_height=”2em” header_font_size=”34px” header_line_height=”2em” header_3_font_size=”24px” header_3_line_height=”2.2em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”0px|||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Part VI: Move to the Country In January of 1958, the community moved from Cambridge, ironically, to the town of Harvard. They
- [History - VII](https://www.saintbenedict.com/sbc-history-7/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”||27px|||” custom_padding=”||21px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_4,1_4″ admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ text_line_height=”2em” header_3_font_size=”24px” header_3_line_height=”2.2em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Part VII: Divisions & Re-founding The impasse that separated the original community was formalized by a legal division of property among three groups, the Benedictines,
- [History - VIII](https://www.saintbenedict.com/sbc-history-8/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”15px||25px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_4,1_4″ admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ text_line_height=”2em” header_3_font_size=”24px” header_3_line_height=”2.2em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”1px|||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Broadening Horizons A new era began for us. Supported by the graces of the Traditional Latin Mass and deep spirituality of Saint Louis de Montfort’s
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## Catholic Resources

- [What is Lent: Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving Explained](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/what-is-lent-prayer-fasting-and-almsgiving-explained/) - Learn what Lent is, why Catholics observe prayer, fasting & almsgiving, and how to live this sacred season fully.
- [First Friday & First Saturday Devotions](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/first-friday-first-saturday-devotions/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”7px||41px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”765px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.saintbenedict.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/SacredHearts.jpg” alt=”Make reparation to the Hearts of Jesus and Mary” title_text=”SacredHearts” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Adapted from America Needs Fatima [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”
- [The Saint Michael Prayer](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/the-saint-michael-prayer/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” width=”95%” sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_margin=”-65px||||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] The Vision Can a prayer be inspired by a battle? Pope Leo XIII wrote the Saint Michael prayer in
- [Graces Attached to the Devotion of the Five Wounds](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/graces-attached-to-the-devotion-of-the-five-wounds/) - Reflect on Christ’s deep suffering and love through this powerful Lenten meditation on His Five Wounds by Father M. Andre Hamon, S.S.
- [Catholic Easter Triduum: Meaning, Traditions & Significance](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/catholic-easter-triduum-meaning-traditions-significance/) - The Easter Triduum invites us to reflect on God’s love and Christ’s sacrifice. Discover how to make Holy Week a time of faith and devotion.
- [Lenten Activities for Families – Engaging the Youth in Faith](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/lenten-activities-for-families-engaging-the-youth-in-faith/) - In a world filled with distractions, guiding your children in the ways of the Catholic faith can serve as a compass, helping them make good choices this lent.
- [The importance of Almsgiving and Charity during Lent](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/the-importance-of-almsgiving-and-charity-during-lent/) - The Lenten Charity Guide Every Devout Catholic Needs! Discover how almsgiving and the Works of Mercy can deepen your faith and help those in need this Lent.
- [How to fast during Lent](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/how-to-fast-during-lent/) - Fasting in Lent cultivates discipline, mindfulness, and faith. Explore its role in your spiritual journey and practical ways to observe it.
- [How to prepare for Lent](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/how-to-prepare-for-lent/) - Prepare for Confession: It offers a chance to unburden your soul, find inner peace, and strengthen your relationship with God this Lent
- [Light of Glory](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/light-of-glory/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” width=”100%” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] by A. A. Arami Glory of Heaven On the morning of March 20, 1811, one hundred and one cannon blasts
- [In Christ's Presence](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/in-christs-presence/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” width=”100%” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] By Clarence J. Enzler Christ, the Greatest Friend My dear friend, I am overjoyed to see you. I am with
- [Christ the King](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/christ-the-king/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” width=”100%” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]by Abbot Gueranger Christians have ever hailed our Divine Lord as King of Kings and Lord of Lords. It was as a
- [Saint Benedict Medal](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/st-benedict-medal/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Life of Saint Benedict The future, “Father of Monks,” was born in 480 A.D. at Norcia, about 70 miles from Rome. At a young age he left his studies at Rome in pursuit of a life of sanctity and spiritual perfection. He soon settled in the remote area
- [Saint Patrick: Slave to Saint](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/saint-patrick-slave-to-saint/) - By Brother Thomas Augustine, MICM Saint Patrick (387-461) is revered for his pivotal role in introducing Christianity to Ireland in the 5th century. Through the emblem of the three-leaf shamrock, he eloquently explained the profound mystery of the Holy Trinity – the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost – to the Irish, making the
- [The Seven Dolors of Our Lady](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/the-seven-dolors-of-our-lady/) - BY THE VERY REV. DOM PROSPER GUÉRANGER, ABBOT OF SOLESMES Friday of Passion-week is consecrated in a special manner, to the sufferings which the holy Mother of God endured at the foot of the Cross. The whole of next week is fully taken up with the celebration of the mysteries of Jesus' Passion; and although
- [Defender Against Demons](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/defender-against-demons/) - By Brother Thomas Augustine, MICM If proof were ever needed, beyond Holy Scripture, of the existence of Hell and of souls occupying it, the life of Saint Anthony the Abbot would be sufficient. Saint Anthony was born in Egypt in the year 251 and although he lived a hard life of prayer, fasting, and brutal
- [Hail Mary - The Beginning of a New Era](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/hail-mary-the-beginning-of-a-new-era/) - “And the angel being come in, said unto her; 'Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: Blessed art thou among women.' "Who having heard, was troubled at his saying and thought within herself what manner of salutation this should be. "And the angel said to her: 'Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found
- [Go to Joseph in All Your Needs!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/go-to-joseph-in-all-your-needs/) - The whole month of March is dedicated to Saint Joseph. He was the royal and divinely-trusted man to whom the Blessed Virgin Mary was given as a bride, and whom God knew would guard her innocence as a virgin and protect her Divine Child. Saint Joseph was espoused to Our Blessed Lady by divine arrangement
- [Saint Joan of Arc and One World Government](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/saint-joan-of-arc-and-one-world-government/) - God does not want a One World Government. It is evident from the ancient story in sacred scripture,The Fall of the Tower of Babel. At that time, there was only one language in the world—Hebrew. All the people gathered together and decided to build “a city and tower, the top of which may reach to
- [Saint John Bosco and the Mass](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/saint-john-bosco-and-the-mass/) - The Devil Knows The Power Of The Ancient Liturgy. Some saints had heavenly ecstasies and visions. Saint John Bosco, however, received dreams that were useful in guiding the boys of his oratory to lead a good and moral life. One of them was about the urgency to attend Mass properly and without distraction. In this
- [Saints Perpetua & Felicitas – Heroines of the Faith](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/saints-perpetua-felicitas-heroines-of-the-faith/) - Love the Saints Catholics love the Saints. We name our churches and schools after them. Catholic children are given saints’ names at Baptism. We place their statues in our churches and homes. We celebrate their deathdays, which are their actual birthdays into Heaven. There is an ancient saying in Latin: “Lex orandi est lex credendi,”
- [Lessons From Saint Augustine](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/lessons-from-saint-augustine/) - By Brother Thomas Augustine, MICM The lessons Saint Augustine left us are contained in sermons, books, and actions, that would exhaust a life time of study. However, the universal lesson for all is that happiness and peace cannot be found outside of God and His Divine plan for each and every one of us. Having
- [Saint Philomena, Virgin & Martyr](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/saint-philomena-virgin-martyr/) - Today, there are many shrines and celebrations around the world dedicated to Saint Philomena. The tallest church in Asia, in Mysore, India, is the neogothic cathedral dedicated to Saint Joseph and Saint Philomena. One of the most enthusiastic celebrations, outside of Mugnano, Italy, today is in Sibonga, Cebu, Philippines, where Saint Philomena appeared on the
- [Refuge of Sinners](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/refuge-of-sinners/) - by Timothy Harris, SSC Devotion to the Immaculate Heart Modern devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary is directed to Our Lady’s compassionate love for men, and to the office she exercises as advocate for sinners and dispenser of graces. The recent feast was instituted, so the Apostolic Instruction tells us, that through the assistance
- [Have Faith!](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/have-faith/) - By Rev. Raphael Frassinetti At that time there was a certain ruler whose son was sick at Capharnaum. He having heard that Jesus was come from Judea into Galilee, went to Him, and prayed Him to come down and heal his son, for he was at the point of death. Jesus therefore said to him:
- [Devotion to the Immaculate Heart](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/mother-most-pure/) - by Timothy Harris, SSC “Jesus wants to establish in the world devotion to my Immaculate Heart. I promise salvation to those who embrace it, and these souls will be loved by God, like flowers placed by me to adorn His throne.” These touching words of Our Lady of Fatima call out to us today. Are we
- [Extreme Unction](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/extreme-unction/) - By Michael Quinlan, SJ Extreme Unction and the Sick Room Christ, in His loving care for the souls He redeemed, has provided salutary remedies for all the needs of our spiritual life. Hardly are we born to temporal life when the stain of original sin is washed away by the saving waters of Baptism, and
- [Fortitude](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/fortitude/) - by Bede Jarrett, OP After the intelligence comes the will which also, because of the very large part it plays in all human action, needs to be perfected by the Holy Spirit. It is necessary to repeat that the Holy Spirit does not by His gifts bestow on the soul new powers and new faculties,
- [Turn to Mary](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/turn-to-mary/) - From the writings of Saint Louis Marie de Montfort. Call on Mary Are you in the miserable state of sin? Then call on Mary and say to her, "Ave," which means "I greet thee with the most profound re-spect, thou who art without sin," and she will deliver you from the evil of your sins.
- [Saint Therese Novena](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/saint-therese-novena/) - Miraculous Invocation to St. Therese O Glorious St. Therese, whom Almighty God has raised up to aid and inspire the human family, I implore your Miraculous Intercession. You are so powerful in obtaining every need of body and spirit from the Heart of God. Holy Mother Church proclaims you "Prodigy of Miracles... the greatest
- [Penance: Making Up For The Past](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/penance-making-up-for-the-past/) - by Fulton Sheen The past stays with us in our habits, in our consciousness of remembered guilt, in our proclivity to repeat the same sin. Our past experiences are in our blood, our brains, and even in the very expression that we wear. The future Judgment is also with us; it haunts us, causing our
- [Penance](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/penance/) - by Tilman Pesch, SJ Necessity of Penance Christ has done penance and made satisfaction for my sins; am I myself exempt from any such necessity? In the exercise of His Divine Mercy, God Himself, in the Person of Christ, deigned to offer the satisfaction which justice demanded. Would it be consonant with Divine Wisdom to
- [True Devotion to Mary](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/true-devotion-to-mary/) - True Devotion from the writings of Saint Louis Marie de Montfort Mary is Necessary to All Men to Attain Salvation The learned and pious Jesuit, Suarez, the erudite and devout, Justus Lipsius, doctor of Louvain, and many others have proved invincibly from the sentiments of the Fathers (among others, Saint Augustine, Saint Ephrem, Deacon of
- [The Real Presence](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/the-real-presence/) - By Lawrence G. Lovasik SVD One means of increasing and perfecting Eucharistic union besides the repetition of acts of love and spiritual Communion, is by making visits to the Blessed Sacrament. In the Holy Eucharist, Jesus becomes present not only to renew the Sacrifice of Calvary in an unbloody manner on our altars, and nourish
- [Our Guardian Angels](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/our-guardian-angels/) - by Raphael V. O’Connell, SJ Angel Guardians The angelic nature, being wholly spiritual, is far superior to ours. It is not, then, a matter of course that they should wait on us, but a dispensation of infinite love, the same love which prompted God’s own Son to come among us, “not to be ministered unto,
- [Confidence](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/confidence/) - By Canon Thomas de Saint-Laurent The Super-Hope Confidence, he writes, is “a hope;” not that ordinary hope common to all the faithful, from which he clearly distinguishes it by a precise term: it is “a fortified hope.” But note well, here there is no difference in nature, only in degree. The faint glimmer of the
- [Love Your Neighbor](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/love-your-neighbor/) - By A. A. Adams Members of Christ Saul of Tarsus left for Damascus to launch a persecution against the Christians. On his way a brilliant light emanating from Heaven suddenly enveloped him. Falling to the earth, he heard a voice saying: Saul, Saul, why do you persecute me? Who are you, Lord? he asked; and
- [A Reflection on the Virtue of Perseverance](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/a-reflection-on-the-virtue-of-perseverance/) - By Rev. M. McDonnell Perseverance is a sure path to eminence. It gives power to weakness, and to the virtues the joys of Heaven. Developing Virtue Perseverance in the steady pursuit of a laudable and lawful object is almost a sure path to eminence. It is a thing which seems to be inherent in some, but
- [The Lamps of the Blessed Sacrament](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/the-lamps-of-the-blessed-sacrament/) - by Msgr. L.G. DeSegur Light has always occupied a promi-nent place in the worship of God. The reason of this fact is a very deep one; but as we do not wish to enter fully into the subject here, it is sufficient to say that light is the most perfect of created substances, that it is
- [Little Saints](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/little-saints/) - by Giles Staab OFM. Cap. Saint Therese of Lisieux speaks in her autobiography of the big saints and little saints. The big saints like Paul and Simeon Stylites and Francis and Peter of Alcantara, show the driving power of the grace of God. The little saints are those whose sanctity manifests itself in the ordinary things
- [The Dolors of Mary](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/the-dolors-of-mary/) - By Saint Alphonsus Ligouri Martyr of Martyrs As Jesus is called the King of sorrows and the King of martyrs, because He suffered in His life more than all other martyrs; so also is Mary with reason called the Queen of martyrs, having merited this title by suffering the most cruel martyrdom possible after that
- [Cheerfulness](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/cheerfulness/) - by Fr. Vincent Ferrer Kienberger, OP Cheerfulness is a royal virtue. But it is more often found in cabins than in palaces. Cheerfulness is not necessarily founded on prosperity. It is too often the only gift which the blessed poor of God can share with one another. Just now there are sorely needed those happy
- [Water of Redemption](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/water-of-redemption/) - by Rev. Edward Lodge Curran, Ph. D. An Ancient Greek poet once wrote that the wounds of the earth are cleansed by the waters that flow around the earth. Christ, Who is God, made flowing water the solvent for the wound with which everyone born into the world is afflicted: the wound of Original Sin. Baptismal
- [Poverty of Spirit](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/poverty-of-spirit/) - by Gerald Vann, OP Learn Detachment There is a sort of infinity in man, because of his power not only to become in a manner all things, but even, by the gift of God to become one with the Maker of all things. To have our lives thus infinitely enlarged is to be happy; so
- [Be Merciful](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/be-merciful/) - By Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen, O.C.D. Jesus revealed to us the mystery of His heavenly Father’s merciful love not only for our own consolation and personal benefit, not only to give us absolute confidence in God, but also to teach us to be merciful to our neighbor. Be ye therefore merciful, as your
- [The Most Holy Rosary](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/the-most-holy-rosary/) - The Holy Rosary We say, “HAIL, MARY, full of grace,” to Our Blessed Lady in fifteen mysteries of the Holy Rosary: five Joyful, five Sorrowful and five Glorious. The five Joyful Mysteries of the Holy Rosary are concerned with Jesus as a Child. The Joyful Mysteries are the Annunciation, when Mary conceived Him; the Visita-
- [Saint Joseph Novena](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/saint-joseph-novena/) - Saint Joseph is the Patron Saint of Families, Carpenters, Married Couples, Laborers, House Seekers, The Universal Church and A Happy Death This prayer was found in the 50th year of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. In 1505 it was sent from the Pope to Emperor Charles when he was going into battle. Whoever shall read
- [The Holy Rosary](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/the-holy-rosary/) - by Fr. Hugh Thwaites, SJ It seems to me that the principle cause of the loss of faith today, is the neglect of the practice of the family rosary. In austria, after World War II, there was a complete collapse of vocations. One year, apparently, no one at all entered the seminaries. So, the Bishops
- [Saint Joseph's Help](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/saint-josephs-help/) - By Very Rev. J. A. Keller, D.D. Stories of the Power and Efficacy of Saint Joseph’s Intercession In affliction, tribulation, danger, temptation, family troubles – indeed, in every want both spiritual and temporal – Saint Joseph has always and everywhere been a protector. Saved from Death by Fire Now listen how wonderfully a child in
- [The Immaculate Conception](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/the-immaculate-conception/) - By Rev. M Hamon, SS Invoking Mary Immaculate Inasmuch as nature has placed in the hearts of mothers a certain kind of weakness, by which children obtain from them more than they ask, there exists also in the heart of Mary a more loving feeling towards those who honor her under the title of the
- [Queen of Heaven](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/queen-of-heaven/) - By Blessed Henry Suso, OP Salute to Mary Heavenly Father, how should a sinful creature dare to approach You, unless You had given him Your own elected Child, Eternal Wisdom for a guide? Yes, Eternal Wisdom, how should a sinful creature dare at all times to discover his uncleanness before such purity, unless he took
- [Spiritual Advice from Padre Pio](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/spiritual-advice-from-padre-pio/) - A collection of quotations taken from the words and writings of Saint Padre Pio. Don’t ever fall back on yourself when the storm is raging. Place all your hope in our most sweet Jesus. Renew your faith continually and never give up, for faith never abandons anyone, much less a soul that is yearning to
- [Mystery of the Precious Blood](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/mystery-of-the-precious-blood/) - By Frederick William Faber Salvation! What music there is in that word, music that never tires but is always new, that always rouses yet always rests us! It holds in itself all that our hearts would say. It is sweet vigor to us in the morning, and in the evening it is contented peace. It is
- [Love of Jesus Crucified](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/love-of-jesus-crucified/) - By Reginald Walsh, OP Devotion for the Passion No aspect of our Blessed Lord’s life is made so much of by the saints as His Passion; and at the same time nothing is so neglected, or indeed condemned, by unbelievers and by the worldly Christian. All the saints, says Saint Alphonsus, cherished a tender devotion
- [The Japanese Martyrs](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/the-japanese-martyrs/) - by Giuseppe Boero, SJ Six Martyrs of the Order of Saint Francis (Franciscans) Father Peter Baptist was born in Spain, and studied at the Salamanca University. He was a brilliant scholar. Joining the Franciscan at the age of twenty-two, he was later ordained and took up duties as professor of philosophy and superior of the
- [How Saint Ignatius Became a Saint](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/how-saint-ignatius-became-a-saint/) - By Rev. D Chisolm The Soldier Ignatius Loyola was a young man whose only ambition in life was to gain for himself a great name by his bravery and deeds of valor. He had forgotten altogether the one great end of his creation and lived as if he had nothing to hope for hereafter. He
- [The Holy Name of Jesus](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/the-holy-name-of-jesus/) - by Saint Bernard of Clairvaux The sweet Name of Jesus produces in us holy thoughts, fills the soul with noble sentiments, strengthens virtue, begets good works, and nourishes pure affections. All spiritual food leaves the soul dry, if it contain not that penetrating oil, the Name Jesus. When you take your pen, write the Name
- [Saint Anthony's Blessing Prayer](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/saint-anthonys-blessing-prayer/) - The name Saint Anthony is familiar to Catholics and non-Catholics alike. This familiarity, for many of his patrons, seems only to go as far as the “patron saint of lost articles.” Here, however, we wish to share the story of his power over Satan through a custom that began two hundred years after the saint’s
- [Saint Paul, the First Hermit](https://www.saintbenedict.com/catholic-resources/saint-paul-the-first-hermit/) - by Saint Jerome During the reign of Decius and Valerian, the persecutors, about the time when Cornelius at Rome, Cyprian at Carthage, spilt their glorious blood, a fierce tempest made havoc of many churches in Egypt. It was the Christian’s prayer in those days that he might, for Christ’s sake, die by the sword. But

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