Benedictine Sisters 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.

Choir Chapel Roof Update

As they work above us, we lift up prayers for the workers’ safety! Thank you to the amazing team of roofers for keeping us dry while we pray! And a huge thank you to all our donors for making this…

We have a Pope!

With joy and hope, the Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica welcome Pope Leo XIV as the new leader of the Catholic Church. We are grateful for his humble acceptance of his election and his willingness to serve the church…

Merrywood Community Garden Work Day

The community came together to kick off the second season of the Merrywood Community Garden with enthusiasm and dedication. Volunteers gathered to plant a variety of produce to be donated as it is harvested this season. A heartfelt thank you…

A Special Thanks for Your Support

To Our Wonderful Donors, We are overjoyed to share that the roof at Mount St. Scholastica is being fully replaced—thanks to YOU! Your generosity has made it possible for us to continue serving our community without interruption. Your support showed…

2025 Oblation Photo Gallery

Congratulations to the newest oblates of Mount St. Scholastica! This weekend, you made a beautiful commitment to living the Benedictine values in your daily lives. May your journey be filled with grace, wisdom, and deep joy. Welcome to a lifelong…

Holy Triduum Photo Gallery

From Holy Thursday to Easter Sunday, we journey through love, sacrifice, hope, and renewal. Jesus’ acts of service, the solemnity of the cross, the stillness of waiting, and the joy of resurrection invite us to reflect, serve, and celebrate transformation.…

crucifix in the mount cemetary

We remember with gratitude and love

Sister Mary Ellen Auffert, OSB March 21, 1934 – October 30, 2024 Sister Mary Ellen Auffert surely walked the walk when it came to the social teachings of the Catholic Church. From her rural home in northern Missouri, she came…

41 Benedictine Prioresses from around the world.

Monastery News and Notes 

Mount St. Scholastica celebrates milestones and community events! Sister Linda Herndon’s promotion at Benedictine College, Dooley Center’s PEAK Mentor Award, Sabbath Sunday reflections, and visits from Abbey monks highlight recent happenings. Discover how the Mount fosters education, spiritual growth, and Benedictine traditions in a thriving community. Read more today!