Guides

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The influence of Saint Bernard of Clairvaux on our spiritualityAt Mother of the Redeemer Monastery, the rhythm of monastic life is shaped by prayer, work, silence, and the wisdom of the Benedictine tradition. As an…
Why We Fast and What It Teaches UsFasting is an ancient Christian practice that gives the body a deliberate share in the work of prayer. By freely setting aside food or another legitimate…
The Spiritual Power of the Jesus Prayer in Our TraditionThe Jesus Prayer is a brief invocation with a deep spiritual purpose: “Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.” Its words are simple, yet…
A Prayerful Visit to Mother of the Redeemer MonasteryA pilgrimage to Mother of the Redeemer Monastery in Plaisance, Louisiana, offers time set apart for prayer, silence, and attentive participation in the life of…
The guesthouse as a ministry of welcomeThe role of the guesthouse in our ministry reaches far beyond providing a room for the night. At Mother of the Redeemer Monastery, hospitality is woven into…
A history of the Olivetan Benedictine monks in the USThe history of the Olivetan Benedictine monks in the US belongs to a much older story of Christian monasticism. It connects the American landscape with a…
What Monks Can Teach Us About Time ManagementModern schedules often treat time as a resource to capture, divide, and spend as efficiently as possible. Monastic life begins with a different assumption:…
The Feast of All Saints at Mother of the RedeemerEach year, the Feast of All Saints turns the Church’s attention toward the men, women, and children who have entered the fullness of life with God. On November…
How Our Monastery Supports Vocations to the PriesthoodA vocation to the priesthood grows through attentive listening to God, faithful prayer, and the courage to respond generously. At Mother of the Redeemer…
The Call to Contemplation in a Busy WorldModern life trains attention to move quickly. Messages arrive without pause, schedules fill before the day begins, and silence can feel unfamiliar rather than…