Lantern Procession Commemorates Arrival of the Sisters
Marking the 160th anniversary of the founding of Mount St. Scholastica
Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica
The Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica in Atchison, Kansas, were founded in 1863 for the purpose of opening a school for girls. Mount St. Scholastica Academy was opened that same year. Since that time, the Mount Sisters have been involved in education from elementary school through colleges and universities. They currently use their education skills in Sophia Spirituality Center and Keeler Women’s Center. As Benedictines, their primary mission is to seek God through community life, prayer, ministry, and care for all creation.
Fellin Lecturer Affirms Teaching of Benedictine Principles
Sister Susan’s lecture was an affirmation of the Mount’s ministry of education that started in 1863 when the founding sisters of Mount St. Scholastica opened their first school within days of arriving in Atchison.
Call For a Ceasefire on The Gaza Strip
We the Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica want to support all efforts to end war, especially in the Holy Land.
Statement by the National Black Sisters Conference on the murder of Tyre Nichols
“How many lives will it take? How often must we bear witness to the senseless killing of African Americans by the police? Where is the collective voice of our religious communities, African American organizations, and Church?”
Statement in Response to Supreme Court Decision
The Sisters will pray, as well, for those impacted by this ruling as we continue to serve all those in need and welcome all as Christ.
Statement Supporting Freedom to Vote
It is vital that people of all races, economic status and location be able to cast their ballots safely and securely in every election, without any manner of political interference.
Statement on Racism and Misogyny
As Benedictine monastic women, we are rooted in Gospel values of peace and nonviolence. Our Benedictine way of life requires us not only to be people of peace but also to advocate for peace in the world around us.
Statement on Racism
We as Benedictines take a stand against any and all expressions of racism and white supremacy, beginning with the racial, cultural, and class disparities in our nation.
Prevention of Gun Violence: A Statement of the Conference of Benedictine Prioresses
As Benedictine monastic women, we stand united in a 1500‐year tradition, rooted in Gospel values of peace and non‐violence.