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On June 4th, many of us sisters went to the mass celebrated by Archbishop Shawn McKnight at the abby church in Atchison. The Mass was followed by a luncheon where many invited communities introduced themselves and their ministries to the…
Thursday evening, May 29th, the Mount hosted the employees for an indoor picnic. The sisters enjoyed visiting with the employees’ families and honored those who have worked here for 5 years and 10 years. Thank you to our faithful and…
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…
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…
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…
In him you gave us a man of humility,one who valued listening to the voices of the voiceless,compassion for the undervaluedmercy for sinners and justice for the oppressed. You gave us a pastorwho led through the example of his love for…
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…
We were blessed to celebrate a beautiful bilingual Mass at Mount St. Scholastica, where voices in English and Spanish came together in prayer and song. A powerful reminder of unity, faith, and the richness of our diverse community.
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…
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.…
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…
Good Friday is a powerful moment in the context of a three-day liturgy that contains rituals that enable us to deal with the passion and death of our Lord Jesus. It also allows us to know how to deal with…
