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Today is the Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary (center icon in our church).

Later this month, on June 24th, we will celebrate the Solemnity of the Birth of Saint John the Baptist (icon on the left), principal patron of our monastery.

On July 11th, we keep the Solemnity of Our Holy Father Saint Benedict (icon on the right).

These sacred images in our monastery church are daily reminders to us at the Monastery and those who come here, of the importance of the saints in our Christian journey, and especially the intercession and examples of Mary, the Mother of God, Saint John the Baptist and Holy Father Saint Benedict. May they intercede for us all!

Almost always candles are burning before the three sacred images, which are lit by guests and pilgrims to ask the prayers of these great saints of the Church.