ENSURE AND ENDURE

…had to do with present students’ interest in our history – particularly the Journalism class. When asked why they want to write about our history, one student quipped immediately, “I…

First Sunday of Lent —- Going into the Desert

…renewed with new life and energy. In the abbey of Mount Michael, there are reminders of the desert that we monks see every day— cacti. They can be a bit…

Our Lady of Guadalupe

…came to realize at this time that the black ribbon around the waist of the image of the virgin means that she is pregnant. It is only of the past…

Bro. Mel Tichota 1942-2020 RIP

Bro. Mel Tichota 1942-2020 Complete Biography Memorial Mass Homily After a long period of declining health, Brother Mel Tichota OSB passed away early this afternoon after a one day stay…

Second Sunday of Easter; Doubting Thomas

…I believe that all of us have a bit of a Thomas in us. Let the Thomas surface so that you can become a true and tested believer. Continued Easter…

Monastic Life Always Demands Change

…one year. He spoke about growth meaning constant change. We monks experienced a bit of that during the Holy Triduum — Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday….

Fr. Eugene McReynolds OSB

…his support ministry make his passing so unexpected. Father Eugene was born Clinton Andrew McReynolds, Jr. in Kansas City, Missouri on July 17, 1942. His parents are the late Clinton…

Hall of Fame —- Whitney Houston — Br. Francis Schmitz OSB—Coach Kane

…out another honor that he deserves. His voice and his PERFECT pitch was a phenomenal thing for me. To sing with this man was to share in heavenly delights in…

…staff. Some were a bit surprised to find out that the main part this building was actually the very first chapel. The crosses atop of this building are still there…