Monastère Saint Andre de Clerlande, Benedictine monastery in Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium.
Monastère Saint André de Clerlande is a Benedictine monastery near Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve that houses about 25 monks and 18 lay oblates. The site has living quarters and a chapel designed by architect Jean Cosse from Waterloo.
The monastery was founded in 1970 by monks from Saint-André Abbey in Bruges and received the status of a conventual priory in 1972. This new foundation was part of the expansion of Benedictine communities in the region.
The community celebrates daily services open to visitors and shares religious talks online to stay connected with people outside the monastery walls. This openness shows how the Benedictine monastery bridges its ancient tradition with modern ways of communicating.
The monastery is located at Allee de Clerlande 1, not far from Exit 6 of the E411 motorway. Visitors should remember this is an active place of prayer, so quiet behavior and respect for the monks' daily routine are essential.
Since Easter 2020, the monastery broadcasts its Sunday celebrations online to reach believers at home. This digital connection allowed the community to keep its message alive even during challenging times.
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