"This is the good zeal which monks must foster with fervent love: they should each try to be the first to show respect to the other"
- Rule of St. Benedict, Chapter 72 verse 3

Facility Information

Retreat Guest RoomThe Sisters of St. Joseph Monastery welcome guests who wish to make a private retreat. There are five bedrooms available for women in the monastery (4 private, one double) who wish to stay with us for a time of prayer and reflection. Upon request, a Sister would be available for prayer or spiritual guidance.  Suggested donation is $30 per night.

The monastery also has a guest quarters located beneath the Marian Chapel for men, women or couples who wish to make a private retreat. The guest quarters accommodations include a living area, kitchenette, two bedrooms and full bath. Cost is a suggested donation of $30.

Guests on retreat are welcome to join the monastic community for prayer, Eucharist and meals.  The suggested donation per meal is $5.

The monastery also has a large library space that can accommodate groups up to 30 people for retreats or days of prayer.

Please contact the Sister in charge of guests at 918-746-4227 or guestosb@yahoo.com.

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Pulling Away

Tuesday, March 05, 2013.

We are in the midst of St. Benedict's disciplinary code.  Today, the Rule shows the process that is sometimes necessary in order to correct faults.  St. Benedict is not a strict disciplinarian or someone who is "power hungry" wanting to exert his authority ove...
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