Oh, What a Night!
Save the Date for the next Night of Dreams October 25, 2026 at the Overland Park Convention Center Donors of Mount St. Scholastica know that the Night of Dreams is the place to be to catch up with the sisters,…
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.
Mount Welcomes New Development Director
When the Mount was searching for a new development director, Chris Jehle immediately stood out — not only because he stands at 6’1”! It was clear that Chris shares the Mount’s values of dignity for all, especially the vulnerable; the…
Sr. Mary Agnes Retires as Development Director
For the Mount’s donors and benefactors, Sister Mary Agnes Patterson is a familiar voice on the phone that regularly thanks them for their donations. Now, after 20 and a half years of “friend raising,” coordinating the Night of Dreams, and…
Our Response to Recent International Conflicts
We Benedictine sisters of Atchison, Kansas, are saddened and appalled by the recent violent military actions of our country. On Christmas Day, December 25, 2025, the annual day of honoring Jesus, the Prince of Peace, the US military bombed Nigeria, claiming to…
St. Benedict’s Abbey Caroling
What a gift to welcome the monks from St. Benedict’s Abbey! Their beautiful caroling filled the space with joy!
Christmas Eve Mass and Reception
If you thought Christmas ended on December 25, here’s your reminder that the season is still unfolding! Here is how we started the Christmas season at the Mount, embracing prayer and community—and maybe a few sweet treats!
Employee Christmas Party
At Mount St. Scholastica, we gathered this week to celebrate our employees with a warm and festive Christmas party. The afternoon was a chance to step away from our daily routines and simply enjoy one another’s company. We shared stories,…
Keeler Women’s Center Christmas Party
We had such a joyful time celebrating our incredible staff and volunteers at this year’s Keeler Women’s Center Christmas party! Their compassion, dedication, and teamwork make the Center a place of hope for so many. It was a beautiful evening…
“COP30 – Religious Life Raises Its Voice for Climate Justice: Turning Hope into Action”
The UISG, USG, and other Church organizations are promoting the campaign “Religious Life for Climate Justice: Turning Hope into Action,” encouraging Superiors General to sign a statement for a just and sustainable future. As COP30 takes place in Belém, Brazil…
Night of Dreams Photo Gallery 2025
Thank you to everyone who helped make this truly a Night of Dreams! Your generosity, presence, and joyful spirit made the evening unforgettable. To all who gave so generously through gifts and contributions, your support lights the way for our…