You have a spiritual home
at St. Paul’s Monastery
Welcome to St. Paul’s Monastery, a sanctuary of peace, prayer, and hospitality in the Benedictine tradition. Our community of Sisters, Associates, Oblates, volunteers, and friends is dedicated to living the Gospel through worship, hospitality, and spiritual companioning.
Your Spiritual Home
Our Mission
Guided by the Rule of St. Benedict, we create sacred spaces that respond to the needs and challenges of the Church and society. You will find indescribable joy in sharing in our monastic rhythm through our liturgical life, spiritual programs, and community events.
We Strive to Grow a community based in Faith and hope.
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We mourn the death of our mother all the days of our life. Whether our mother died this year or forty years ago, we grieve....
Upcoming Events
Times to pray, gatherings with the sisters, retreats and workshops, special events, and timely ways to connect at the monastery.
Monastery Blog
Our Latest News & Blogs
What does it mean to follow the Benedictine way of life? Explore ways to engage and connect at the Monastery.
Sister Paula (Mary Lorraine) Hagen, OSB was Prioress of St. Paul’s Monastery from 2014-2019. She was born into a devout Catholic family in Bird Island, Minnesota, a small town (population
St. Paul’s Monastery is pleased to welcome painter Holly Newton
There are moments when the life of the Monastery feels
On May 2, people around the world observe World Labyrinth
We are all on a spiritual journey!
Everyone is on their own unique journey and we all need rest at times. St. Paul’s Monastery and its Benedictine Center are here to walk with you in your seeking.
Benedictines welcome all as Christ. Catholic, Protestant, Reformed, those struggling with organized religion.
All seeking God have a home in the Benedictine tradition.
The Sisters liturgy cycle of prayer sustains all that we do at the Monastery.
The Benedictine Center provides retreats and workshops. Spiritual directors are ready to companion you. Your need for prayer is our heart.
Our Sisters, Associates, and Oblates have chosen this Benedictine way of life.
All of our Sisters have over 60 years of lived experience seeking a life of meaning. In developing friendships with the Sisters you will find amazing spiritual mentors.