Weston Priory

Weston Priory is a Benedictine monastery in Vermont that houses a chapel, visitors' center, and farmland across its grounds. The site sits at the edge of the Green Mountain National Forest and serves as both a religious and agricultural community.

Abbot Leo Rudloff founded the Weston Priory in 1953 as an independent community after leaving Dormition Abbey in Jerusalem. This establishment shaped the character of the monastery from its beginning.

The monks are known for their engagement with social justice work and their ongoing relationships with communities in Latin America. This commitment shapes how daily life unfolds within the community.

Visitors are welcome to join daily prayer services and can arrange accommodation if seeking monastic experiences. The site is best explored by allowing time to walk through the buildings and grounds at a leisurely pace.

The community received the Peace Abbey Courage of Conscience Award in 1992 for supporting a Guatemalan refugee family. This recognition reflects the monks' practical solidarity extending beyond their monastery walls.

Inception: 1953

GPS coordinates: 43.33761,-72.79222

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:04