Ora et Labora at the Guest House

The Benedictine motto “Ora et labora,” meaning “Pray and work,”

Father John-Paul Michael is preparing for the Fall Festival on September 21, 2025. Father John-Paul makes Monastic Soaps and many other items from all-purpose seasoning to Mexican soup mix (and many others in between) throughout the year. Production goes on to supply the Guest House here at Mount Michael and three other monasteries. Father John-Paul prefers to work in silence as he prays during his production of items.

We welcome you to stop by the Gift Shop at Mount Michael or visit our website: https://www.benedictinemonksoftaos.org/the-gift-shop

Please know that you and your family are in our prayers.