With Saint Benedict's words burning in their hearts, Mother Mary Anselma and four sisters bid farewell to their beloved community in Switzerland responding to God's call to go to America in 1874.

Hearts afire with love, this small monastic community sacrificed much in order to give themselves entirely to Jesus Christ in the Eucharist through devoted work and prayer.

Today we have 91 sisters living a contemplative life in monasteries in Missouri, Arizona and Wyoming. The love of Christ still impels us to joyfully give ourselves in devoted work and prayer for the world.

We invite you to visit!

In the Presence
The Spirituality of Eucharistic Adoration

If you pray in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament - or wonder why anyone would - you will want this new book by our Sister Joan Ridley, published by Liguori. It includes material for beginners and those well experienced in Eucharistic adoration. Adoration is explained using the best of contemporary theology, and the reflections point the reader to key scriptural texts. Order securely from our online store for a discount and help us continue our ministry of prayer.

Please visit the Monastery Creations web site for more information.