As we enter into this Jubilee Year 2025, the long-awaited final phase of our project - the renovation of our refectory and kitchen - has begun! On Thursday, January 2nd, a group of men with JMJ Construction arrived bright and early to seal off our refectory area with plastic sheeting and to begin the demolition phase.
Read MoreThe hot and humid KY summer this year has had one bonus for us — it has “kick-started” our vegetable garden! We couldn’t resist sharing a few photos with you from the bountiful harvest the Lord has been providing for us …
Read MoreI know what you’re thinking … “They misspelled ‘Clementine’!” Well, as a matter of fact, the unusual spelling is 100% intentional … Introducing Clementein, our new einkorn sourdough starter! Wait, what does that mean?? Perhaps a little explanation is in order …
Read MoreEach year, the summer brings us an array of exciting events. The Feast of the Assumption, our American Independence Day, the onslaught of cicadas and near-weekly thunderstorms…but perhaps foremost among them is The Great Fridge Clean.
Read MoreAugust’s bright and sunny arrival has brought us a welcome gift - loads of corn from a dear friend of the community!
Read MoreA little levity to brighten up your Monday!
Read MoreA friend of the community once quipped that a postulant is a half-baked nun, while the key word of aspirancy is being "poured out" - like batter! It's an apt analogy for the process of discernment and formation, perhaps even better since our newest smiling face in the monastery has already been enlisted for a few baking projects.
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