Mount Angel Abbey, Catholic monastery with seminary in Saint Benedict, Oregon, US
Description
Mount Angel Abbey is a Benedictine monastery and seminary perched on a hilltop in the Willamette Valley. The grounds include a chapel, an extensive library, and residential buildings for the monastic community.
History
A group of monks from Switzerland founded the monastery in the 19th century. A few years later, it became home to the first seminary of its kind in the American West.
Culture
The community here maintains a rhythm of prayer and work that shapes daily monastic life. Visitors can observe this way of living in the chapel and around the grounds.
Practical
Visitors can book accommodations and retreat spaces for personal reflection time. The grounds are walkable and offer outdoor areas to explore.
Did you know?
The monastery operates a brewery where monks brew beer using traditional methods. This craft continues an ancient Benedictine tradition.
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