Mater Ecclesiae Monastery, Monastery in Vatican Gardens, Vatican City
The monastery building comprises four levels with communal areas, a chapel, twelve monastic cells, and a vegetable garden within Vatican Gardens.
Pope John Paul II established the Mater Ecclesiae Monastery in 1994 on the former site of the Vatican police administrative building.
Different contemplative orders, including Poor Clares, Discalced Carmelites, and Benedictines, have maintained continuous prayer presence within the monastery walls.
The Governorate of Vatican City State manages all administrative matters related to the monastery operations and maintenance.
Between 2013 and 2022, the monastery served as the residence of Pope Benedict XVI following his decision to step down from papacy.
Location: Vatican City
Inception: 1994
Founders: John Paul II
GPS coordinates: 41.90375,12.45108
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:23
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