Yuccas In Full Bloom

Most of us monks have many jobs around the abbey. Br. Roger, for example, is our Sacristan. He prepares the items needed for the celebration of Mass each day. In these pictures, he is preparing the incense for First Vespers (evening prayer) of the Solemnity of St. John the Baptist.

Br. Roger also cares for several plots of flowers and other plants around the abbey.

Br. Roger also cares for several plots of flowers and grasses around the abbey. One in particular stands out this time of year – the yucca garden with Mary taking center stage. The beautiful white flowers, known as the “bells of the prairie”. How appropriate to adorn the image of Mary!