Obituary of Brother Jerome Croteau, OSB
Monday, October 2, 2023

Brother Jerome Croteau, OSB, monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, died peacefully in the Lord in his infirmary cell on September 30, 2023. He was 94 and in his 74th year of monastic profession.

Archabbey Library Gallery reopens with exhibit of prints
Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Library will reopen on October 7 with an exhibit of prints by Saint Louis artist William Frank. The gallery has been closed for renovations since spring 2022.

In person and online open house for Graduate Theology planned
Tuesday, September 12, 2023

The school of theology is hosting an open house for its Graduate Theology Program in person on Saturday, October 14, and online on Wednesday, October 18.

Monte Cassino pilgrimages to be held in October
Friday, September 8, 2023

Saint Meinrad Archabbey’s pilgrimages to honor the Blessed Mother at the Monte Cassino Shrine have been scheduled for the Sundays in October.

Saint Meinrad names new Director of Graduate Theology Programs
Thursday, August 24, 2023

Chase J. Cloutier, of Newburgh, IN, has been named the director of Graduate Theology Programs for Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology.

New Director of Annual Giving Named at Saint Meinrad
Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Timothy Florian has been named Director of Annual Giving for the Development Office of Saint Meinrad Archabbey and Seminary & School of Theology. He began his work on August 21.

Abbey Caskets to host open house, give workshop tours
Tuesday, August 15, 2023

Abbey Caskets, a division of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, will host a public open house on Sunday, October 1, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Central Time.

On the Hill 5K set for September 23 at Saint Meinrad Archabbey
Tuesday, August 15, 2023

Saint Meinrad Archabbey will host the annual On the Hill 5K walk/run on Saturday, September 23, 2023. Registration is now open for the event.

Br. Jude Angel Romero-Olivas professes temporary vows
Monday, August 7, 2023

José Angel Romero-Olivas professed his temporary vows as a Benedictine monk in a ceremony on August 6, 2023, at Saint Meinrad Archabbey,

Two novices join Benedictine community at Saint Meinrad
Monday, August 7, 2023

In a brief ceremony at the monastery entrance, Patrick Allbright and Andrew Levering were clothed in the Benedictine habit at Saint Meinrad Archabbey on August 5.

Archbishop J. Peter Sartain named Distinguished Alumnus at Saint Meinrad
Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Archbishop J. Peter Sartain was honored on August 1 with the Distinguished Alumnus Award at the annual Saint Meinrad Alumni Reunion.

Five Saint Meinrad monks celebrate jubilees
Friday, May 26, 2023

Five Benedictine monks at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, observed anniversaries of monastic profession in May.

Saint Meinrad receives grant to nurture children’s participation at Sunday Mass
Monday, May 15, 2023

Saint Meinrad Archabbey has received a $1.25 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. for a project called the “Children’s Revival of Participation at Sunday Mass.”

50 awarded master's degrees at commencement
Monday, May 15, 2023

Graduates of Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN, were awarded master’s degrees at the commencement ceremony on May 13.

Officers elected to lead Saint Meinrad Alumni Board
Monday, April 24, 2023

The Saint Meinrad Board of Directors of the Alumni Association elected the president and vice president of the board at its April 17, 2023, meeting.

Four seminarians ordained deacons at Saint Meinrad
Monday, April 17, 2023

Four seminarians received the order of deacon from the Most Rev. Charles Thompson, at the Saint Meinrad Archabbey Church in St. Meinrad, IN, on April 15.

Monte Cassino pilgrimages will be held in May
Monday, April 17, 2023

Saint Meinrad Archabbey’s pilgrimages to honor the Blessed Mother at the Monte Cassino Shrine have been scheduled for the Sundays in May.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey earns wellness award
Friday, March 24, 2023

The American Heart Association has awarded Saint Meinrad Archabbey national gold-level recognition for its commitments to employee health and well-being.

Schedule for Holy Week and Easter services
Thursday, March 9, 2023

The monks of Saint Meinrad will celebrate Holy Week and Easter in the Archabbey Church. Services will be livestreamed.

Students receive ministry of lector at Saint Meinrad
Tuesday, February 21, 2023

Twenty-two priesthood students from Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology received the ministry of lector on February 16, in the Seminary’s St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel.

Students receive ministry of acolyte at Saint Meinrad
Tuesday, February 21, 2023

Sixteen priesthood students from Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology received the ministry of acolyte on February 16, in the Seminary’s St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel.

Novice Travis Server joins Benedictine community
Friday, February 10, 2023

In a brief ceremony, Novice Travis Server was clothed in the Benedictine habit at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, on February 9, 2023.

Fr. Anthony Vinson leads National Fund for Catholic Religious Vocations
Thursday, February 2, 2023

Fr. Anthony Vinson, OSB, is leading the National Fund for Catholic Religious Vocations’ Decade of Promise campaign, with a goal of raising $100,000.

Saint Meinrad sponsors Day of Service in 14 communities
Monday, January 30, 2023

The Saint Meinrad Alumni Association is hosting its ninth annual Saint Meinrad Day of Service on Saturday, March 11, in 14 cities.

Br. Michael Reyes professes solemn vows
Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Br. Michael Reyes, OSB, professed solemn vows as a Benedictine monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey in a ceremony on January 25, 2023, in the Archabbey Church at St. Meinrad, IN.

Open house planned for Graduate Theology Program
Thursday, January 19, 2023

Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology is hosting an open house for its Graduate Theology Program in person on Saturday, February 25, and online Wednesday, March 1, at 6:30 p.m. Central.

Christmas schedule at Saint Meinrad
Friday, December 9, 2022

With the holiday season approaching, all are welcome to pray with the Benedictine monks. Seating in the Archabbey Church is limited; however, the services will be livestreamed at www.saintmeinrad.org/live.

New director of Center for Youth and Young Adult Evangelization named
Tuesday, November 29, 2022

Scotty Biggs of Greensburg, IN, has been named director of Saint Meinrad’s Center for Youth and Young Adult Evangelization. He begins his work on December 6.

Br. Giles Mahieu dies on October 25
Thursday, October 27, 2022

Brother Giles Mahieu, OSB, a monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, died at Gateway Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, IN, on Tuesday, October 25, 2022. He was 84 and a jubilarian of monastic profession.

Project Warm seeks households needing firewood
Tuesday, October 18, 2022

CACD Project Warm is seeking to help more households that need firewood to heat their homes this winter.

Three join Saint Meinrad Board of Overseers
Wednesday, October 12, 2022

Three new members have been added to the Board of Overseers, the advisory board for Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology. And, a former board member has been named an emeritus member.

Open house for Graduate Theology planned
Tuesday, September 13, 2022

Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology is hosting an open house for its Graduate Theology Program on the weekend of October 15-16, on campus.

Monte Cassino pilgrimages to be held in October
Friday, September 9, 2022

Saint Meinrad Archabbey’s pilgrimages to honor the Blessed Mother at the Monte Cassino Shrine have been scheduled for the Sundays in October.

Br. Raban Bivins dies on September 6
Tuesday, September 6, 2022

Brother Raban Bivins, OSB, a monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, died in the monastery infirmary on Tuesday, September 6, 2022. He was 81 and a jubilarian of monastic profession.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey earns wellness award
Thursday, August 18, 2022

Saint Meinrad Archabbey recently earned the 5 Star AchieveWELL designation through the Wellness Council of Indiana.

Monk professes solemn vows
Monday, August 15, 2022

Br. Basil Lumsden, OSB, professed solemn vows as a Benedictine monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey in a ceremony on August 15, 2022, in the Archabbey Church at St. Meinrad, IN.

Novice joins Benedictine community
Monday, August 8, 2022

In a brief ceremony, Novice José Angel Romero-Olivas was clothed in the Benedictine habit at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, on August 5, 2022.

Fr. Joe Ziliak honored with Saint Meinrad Distinguished Alumnus Award
Wednesday, August 3, 2022

Fr. Joe Ziliak, who served as a priest in the Diocese of Evansville until his death earlier this year, was posthumously awarded the Distinguished Alumnus Award on August 2.

Five monks celebrate jubilees
Monday, August 1, 2022

Five Benedictine monks at Saint Meinrad Archabbey observed anniversaries of monastic profession in July: Br. Benjamin Brown, Fr. Harry Hagan, Br. Martin Erspamer, Fr. Denis Robinson and Br. Zachary Wilberding.

Two monks ordained priests
Monday, June 6, 2022

Two monks of Saint Meinrad Archabbey were ordained priests on Sunday, June 5, 2022. Fr. Nathaniel Szidik, OSB, and Fr. Kolbe Wolniakowski, OSB, were ordained as Roman Catholic priests by the Most Rev. Charles C. Thompson.

Five Saint Meinrad monks celebrate jubilees
Tuesday, May 31, 2022

Five Benedictine monks at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, observed anniversaries in May.

48 earn master's degrees from Saint Meinrad
Monday, May 16, 2022

Graduates of Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN, were awarded master’s degrees at the commencement ceremony on May 14.

Five seminarians ordained deacons at Saint Meinrad
Monday, April 25, 2022

Five seminarians received the order of deacon from the Most Rev. Charles Thompson, archbishop of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, on April 23.

Monte Cassino pilgrimages will be held in May
Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Saint Meinrad Archabbey’s pilgrimages to honor the Blessed Mother at the Monte Cassino Shrine have been scheduled for the Sundays in May.

Livestreaming at Saint Meinrad: Holy Week and Easter services
Friday, March 25, 2022

The monks of Saint Meinrad will celebrate Holy Week and Easter in the Archabbey Church. Services will be livestreamed www.saintmeinrad.org/live.

Students receive ministry of lector at Saint Meinrad
Tuesday, February 22, 2022

Fifteen priesthood students from Saint Meinrad Seminary received the ministry of lector on February 17, in the Seminary’s St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel.

Students receive ministry of acolyte at Saint Meinrad
Tuesday, February 22, 2022

Twenty-five priesthood students from Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology received the ministry of acolyte on February 17, in the Seminary’s St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel.

Br. Gregory Morris professes temporary vows
Friday, January 21, 2022

Novice Matthew Morris professed his temporary vows as a Benedictine monk in a ceremony on January 20, 2022, in the Saint Meinrad Archabbey Church.

Br. Mario Ibison dies at age 83
Thursday, January 20, 2022

Brother Mario Ibison, OSB, a monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, died in the monastery infirmary on Wednesday, January 19, 2022, after suffering a stroke two days before. He was 83.

Saint Meinrad receives grant to continue outreach to young adult Catholics
Thursday, January 6, 2022

Saint Meinrad Archabbey has received a grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to continue its outreach to young adult Catholics.

Christmas season Masses will be livestreamed
Wednesday, December 8, 2021

With the holiday season approaching, all are welcome to pray with the Benedictine monks. Seating in the Archabbey Church is limited; however, Christmas services will be livestreamed at www.saintmeinrad.org/live.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey earns wellness award
Tuesday, December 7, 2021

Saint Meinrad earned national recognition for taking steps to build a culture of health and well-being for its workforce.

Saint Meinrad receives grant to create Office for Hispanic and Latino Ministry
Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Saint Meinrad has received a grant of nearly $1 million to improve the way Church leaders serve Hispanic and Latino youth and young adults.

Project Warm seeks households needing firewood for winter heating
Tuesday, November 9, 2021

CACD Project Warm is seeking to help more households that need firewood to heat their homes this winter.

Four Saint Meinrad monks celebrate jubilees
Monday, November 1, 2021

Four Benedictine monks at Saint Meinrad Archabbey are observing 25- and 50-year jubilees during 2021.

Workshop planned on growing faith-filled families
Friday, October 15, 2021

A workshop on the importance of family in one’s faith life will be hosted by the Continuing Formation office and will be held on the Saint Meinrad campus.

Members join Saint Meinrad Board of Overseers
Thursday, October 7, 2021

The Board of Overseers has added seven new members and three returning members to the advisory board for Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology.

Fr. Justin DuVall dies on October 5
Tuesday, October 5, 2021

Father Justin DuVall, OSB, monk, priest, and former archabbot of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, died in the monastery infirmary on Tuesday, October 5, 2021. He was 70.

Monk receives honorable mentions in national competition
Thursday, September 23, 2021

Br. Michael Reyes, OSB, a monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, has received honorable mention in two categories of The American Prize.

Fall workshops focus on ministry topics
Wednesday, September 22, 2021

Workshops for those working in ministry have been scheduled by the Continuing Formation office of Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology.

Five Saint Meinrad monks observe 60 years
Wednesday, September 22, 2021

Five monks at Saint Meinrad Archabbey are observing 60th anniversaries during 2021. Fr. John McMullen, Br. Dominic Warnecke, Fr. Warren Heitz and Br. Mario Ibison reached ...

Monte Cassino pilgrimages to be held in October
Wednesday, September 8, 2021

Saint Meinrad Archabbey’s pilgrimages to honor the Blessed Mother at the Monte Cassino Shrine have been scheduled for the Sundays in October.

Saint Meinrad announces $10 million campaign
Monday, August 23, 2021

Saint Meinrad Archabbey has announced a $10 million campaign to renovate two buildings and establish two new programs.

Fr. Mateo professes solemn vows at Saint Meinrad
Monday, August 16, 2021

Fr. Mateo Zamora, OSB, professed solemn vows as a Benedictine monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey in a ceremony on August 15, 2021, in the Archabbey Church at St. Meinrad, IN.

Mike Ziemianski honored with Distinguished Alumnus Award
Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Michael Ziemianski, formerly of Floyds Knobs, IN, was posthumously awarded the Distinguished Alumnus Award on August 2, during the annual Saint Meinrad Alumni Reunion.

Fr. Simon Herrmann, OSB, ordained priest
Monday, June 28, 2021

Fr. Simon Herrmann, OSB, a monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, was ordained as a Roman Catholic priest on June 27, 2021, by the Most Rev. Charles C. Thompson of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Church will again open to visitors
Thursday, June 17, 2021

After being closed to the public for more than 15 months, the Saint Meinrad Archabbey Church will again be open for Mass and prayer.

Saint Meinrad offers certificate program for high school teachers
Wednesday, June 9, 2021

The Graduate Theology Program at Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology has added a new certificate program for those who teach high school theology.

Saint Meinrad receives Science for Seminaries grant
Thursday, May 13, 2021

Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology plans to incorporate science into its theology coursework as a participant in the AAAS's Science for Seminaries project.

46 earn master’s degrees from Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology
Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Graduates of Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN, were awarded master’s degrees at the commencement ceremony on May 8.

Br. Angelo Vitale dies on May 2
Monday, May 3, 2021

Br. Angelo Vitale, OSB, monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, died in the monastery infirmary on Sunday, May 2, 2021. He was 80.

Archabbot names new prior, subprior and novice-junior master
Wednesday, April 21, 2021

Archabbot Kurt Stasiak, OSB, leader of the monastic community at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, announced several appointments recently.

Monte Cassino pilgrimage talks will be available online
Tuesday, April 13, 2021

Saint Meinrad Archabbey’s pilgrimages to honor the Blessed Mother at the Monte Cassino Shrine, typically held each Sunday in May, will not be held in person this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Five seminarians ordained deacons
Monday, April 12, 2021

Five seminarians received the order of deacon from the Most Rev. Charles Thompson, archbishop of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, IN, at the Saint Meinrad Archabbey Church on April 10.

Livestream schedule for Holy Week, Easter
Tuesday, March 16, 2021

Because the Saint Meinrad Archabbey Church remains closed to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic, here is the livestream schedule for Holy Week and Easter.

COVID-19 policies when Saint Meinrad reopens
Tuesday, March 9, 2021

The health and safety of our guests, co-workers, students and monks is our number one priority. Saint Meinrad will continue to follow the CDC guidelines as it approaches a future reopening date.

Students receive ministry of lector at Saint Meinrad
Friday, February 19, 2021

Twenty-four priesthood students from Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN, received the ministry of lector on February 18, in the Seminary’s St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel.

Students receive ministry of acolyte at Saint Meinrad
Friday, February 19, 2021

Eighteen priesthood students from Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN, received the ministry of acolyte on February 18, in the Seminary’s St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel.

Monk named semi-finalist in national performing arts competition
Monday, February 1, 2021

Br. Michael Reyes, OSB, a monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, has been named a 2021 semi-finalist for The American Prize, a national competition in performing arts.

Br. Stanley Rother Wagner professes solemn vows
Monday, January 25, 2021

Br. Stanley Rother Wagner, OSB, professed solemn vows as a Benedictine monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey in a ceremony on January 25, 2021, in the Archabbey Church at St. Meinrad, IN.

Former Archabbot Bonaventure Knaebel dies
Sunday, January 24, 2021

Father Bonaventure Knaebel, OSB, monk, priest, and former archabbot of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, died in the monastery infirmary on Friday, January 22, 2021. He was 102.

Br. Peter Holden professes temporary vows
Thursday, January 21, 2021

Novice Simon Holden professed his temporary vows as a Benedictine monk in a ceremony on January 20, 2021, at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN.

Two novices join the monastery
Wednesday, January 20, 2021

In a brief ceremony, Novices Connor Zink and Matthew Morris were clothed in the Benedictine habit at Saint Meinrad Archabbey on January 19, 2021.

Fr. Vincent Tobin dies on December 22
Wednesday, December 23, 2020

Fr. Vincent Tobin, OSB, 87, a monk and priest of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, died on December 22, 2020, at the monastery. He was a jubilarian both of profession and priesthood.

Fr. Augustine Davis dies on December 21
Monday, December 21, 2020

Fr. Augustine Davis, OSB, 90, a monk and priest of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, died on December 21, 2020, at the monastery. He was a jubilarian both of profession and priesthood.

Grant will fund icon project at Saint Meinrad
Tuesday, December 8, 2020

Sr. Jeana Visel, OSB, an iconographer and the director of the Graduate Theology Program at Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, has received one of 17 Teacher-Scholar grants.

Livestream schedule for Christmas season
Tuesday, December 1, 2020

While the Archabbey Church remains closed to the public during the pandemic, all are welcome to pray with the Benedictine monks as the Christmas services are livestreamed.

Saint Meinrad names new alumni director
Tuesday, December 1, 2020

Timothy Florian has been named the new director of alumni relations at Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology. He replaces Joseph Oliveri, who moved with his wife to Ohio in September.

Project Warm seeks households needing firewood for winter heating
Thursday, October 8, 2020

CACD Project Warm is seeking to help more households that need firewood to heat their homes this winter.

Two join Board of Overseers
Thursday, October 1, 2020

The Board of Overseers has added one new member and a returning member to the advisory board for Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN.

Monte Cassino pilgrimages canceled for October
Wednesday, September 16, 2020

Saint Meinrad Archabbey’s pilgrimages to honor the Blessed Mother at the Monte Cassino Shrine, typically held each Sunday in October, have been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Inner Monk prayer app launched
Monday, September 14, 2020

Saint Meinrad Archabbey has launched a new version of its smartphone prayer app, Honor Your Inner Monk.

Online workshop series focuses on ministry topics
Monday, August 31, 2020

A series of monthly workshops for those working in ministry have been scheduled by the Continuing Formation office of Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN.

Fr. Lorenzo Penalosa, OSB, ordained priest at Saint Meinrad Archabbey
Monday, August 31, 2020

Fr. Lorenzo Penalosa, OSB, a monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, was ordained as a Roman Catholic priest on Sunday, August 30, 2020.

Two ordained deacons at Saint Meinrad
Monday, August 17, 2020

Two seminarians received the order of deacon from the Most Rev. Charles Thompson, archbishop of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, IN, at the Saint Meinrad Archabbey Church on August 15.

COVID-19 Safety Plan for Seminary and School of Theology
Tuesday, August 11, 2020

Our administration has developed a set of practices to protect our students as much as we possibly can while keeping to our mission and the Gospel.

Novice joins Benedictine community at Saint Meinrad
Thursday, August 6, 2020

In a brief ceremony, Novice Benjamin Ziegler was clothed in the Benedictine habit at Saint Meinrad Archabbey on August 5, 2020.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey earns wellness award
Wednesday, July 22, 2020

Saint Meinrad Archabbey recently earned the 4 Star AchieveWELL designation through the Wellness Council of Indiana.

Four Saint Meinrad monks celebrate jubilees
Monday, July 27, 2020

The Benedictine monks at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, celebrated the jubilees of four of their confreres on July 26, 2020.

Church remains closed to public
Monday, June 22, 2020

Following the practice of the Archdiocese (and most of the country at large), our church has been closed to public worship since mid-March.

Join us in praying for healing and peace
Friday, June 5, 2020

Responding to the bishops’ call and to the urgent need for peace in our cities and in our hearts, the monks of Saint Meinrad Archabbey will mark this coming week with several times of special prayer.

Church services remain closed
Friday, May 29, 2020

Following the practice of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis (and most of the country at large), our church has been closed to public worship since mid-March.

60 earn master’s degrees from Saint Meinrad
Monday, May 11, 2020

Graduates of Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN, were awarded master’s degrees following the Spring 2020 semester.

Virtual Graduation 2020
Friday, May 8, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic kept the 2020 graduates of Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology from enjoying the regular on-campus commencement ceremony...

Monte Cassino pilgrimages canceled for May
Thursday, April 23, 2020

Saint Meinrad Archabbey’s pilgrimages to honor the Blessed Mother at the Monte Cassino Shrine, typically held each Sunday in May, have been canceled.

Livestreaming at Saint Meinrad: Holy Week and Easter services
Thursday, March 26, 2020

Because the COVID-19 virus outbreak has closed church services to the public, Saint Meinrad Archabbey is livestreaming Mass and Vespers each day.

Many Saint Meinrad offices closed
Monday, March 23, 2020

Beginning Wednesday, March 25, Saint Meinrad Archabbey will close many of its offices to comply with Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb's "stay-at-home" order.

Saint Meinrad suspends spring semester classes
Tuesday, March 17, 2020

Fr. Denis Robinson, OSB, president-rector of the Seminary and School of Theology, today announced that on-campus classes have been suspended for the spring semester...

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Church closed for public prayer
Tuesday, March 17, 2020

Archabbot Kurt Stasiak, OSB, has announced that Saint Meinrad Archabbey Church will be closed for public prayer until further notice...

Saint Meinrad Archabbey cancels National Players
Thursday, March 12, 2020

The National Players, scheduled to present two plays on March 13 and 14 at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, has been canceled.

Students receive ministry of lector at Saint Meinrad
Friday, February 14, 2020

Twenty-one priesthood students from Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN, received the ministry of lector on February 13.

Students receive ministry of acolyte at Saint Meinrad
Friday, February 14, 2020

Sixteen priesthood students from Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN, received the ministry of acolyte on February 13.

Br. Michael Reyes professes temporary vows at Saint Meinrad
Tuesday, January 21, 2020

Novice Dennis Reyes professed his temporary vows as a Benedictine monk in a ceremony on January 20, 2020, at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN.

Novice joins Benedictine community at Saint Meinrad
Monday, January 20, 2020

In a brief ceremony, Novice Simon Holden was clothed in the Benedictine habit at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, on January 19, 2020.

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd course begins in June
Thursday, January 2, 2020

Training in the Montessori-based method of Catholic formation for young children will be offered by Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN.

New director of planned giving named at Saint Meinrad
Monday, December 2, 2019

Michael Shumway has been named director of planned giving and foundation relations for the Development Office of Saint Meinrad Archabbey. He began his work on November 18.

Christmas schedule at Saint Meinrad Archabbey Church
Tuesday, November 26, 2019

The public is welcome to join the Benedictine monks of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, as they celebrate Christmas in the Archabbey Church. All times are Central Time.

Saint Meinrad to host chant conference in January
Thursday, November 14, 2019

A winter chant conference will be held at Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN, on January 20-24, 2020.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey earns two wellness awards
Monday, October 21, 2019

Saint Meinrad Archabbey recently earned two workplace wellness awards.

Seven join Saint Meinrad Board of Overseers
Monday, October 7, 2019

The Board of Overseers has added one new member, an emeritus member and five returning members to the advisory board for Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN.

Project Warm seeks households needing firewood for winter heating
Monday, September 30, 2019

CACD Project Warm is seeking to help more households that need firewood to heat their homes this winter.

Fr. Sebastian Leonard, OSB, dies on September 21
Monday, September 23, 2019

Fr. Sebastian Leonard, OSB, 88, a monk and priest of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, died on September 21, 2019, at the monastery. He was a jubilarian both of profession and priesthood.

Monte Cassino pilgrimages to be held in October
Monday, September 9, 2019

Saint Meinrad Archabbey’s pilgrimages to honor the Blessed Mother at the Monte Cassino Shrine have been scheduled for the Sundays in October.

Monk professes solemn vows at Saint Meinrad
Thursday, August 15, 2019

Br. Kolbe Wolniakowski, OSB, professed solemn vows as a Benedictine monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey in a ceremony on August 15, 2019, in the Archabbey Church at St. Meinrad, IN.

Monk professes first vows at Saint Meinrad Archabbey
Wednesday, August 7, 2019

Novice Christian Lumsden professed his temporary vows as a Benedictine monk in a ceremony on August 6, 2019, at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN.

Four Saint Meinrad monks celebrate jubilees of profession
Tuesday, July 30, 2019

The Benedictine monks at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, celebrated the jubilees of monastic profession for four of their confreres on July 28, 2019.

Three receive Distinguished Alumnus Award at Saint Meinrad
Wednesday, July 24, 2019

Three alumni are recipients of the Distinguished Alumnus Award; Bill McGuire of Indianapolis, IN, and Deacon Frank and Mary Olmsted of St. Charles, MO.

New VP for development named at Saint Meinrad
Tuesday, July 2, 2019

Duane Schaefer has been appointed vice president for development at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, succeeding Michael Ziemianski, who died suddenly on June 25.

Mike Ziemianski, vice president of development, dies June 25
Wednesday, June 26, 2019

Michael A. Ziemianski, 63, of Floyds Knobs, IN, died early Tuesday morning, June 25, 2019, at Jewish Hospital, following a brief battle with cancer.

Six monks celebrate priesthood jubilees
Thursday, May 30, 2019

The Benedictine monks at Saint Meinrad Archabbey in St. Meinrad, IN, celebrated the priesthood ordination jubilees of six of their confreres on May 26, 2019.

49 earn master’s degrees from Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology
Monday, May 13, 2019

Graduates of Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN, were awarded master’s degrees on May 11.

Three ordained deacons at Saint Meinrad
Monday, April 29, 2019

Three seminarians received the order of deacon from the Most Rev. Charles Thompson, archbishop of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, IN, at the Saint Meinrad Archabbey Church on April 27.

Monte Cassino pilgrimages to be held in May
Wednesday, April 10, 2019

Saint Meinrad Archabbey’s pilgrimages to honor the Blessed Mother at the Monte Cassino Shrine have been scheduled for the Sundays in May.

Abbey Caskets to host open house, give workshop tours
Tuesday, April 9, 2019

Abbey Caskets will host a public open house on Sunday, May 5, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Abbey Caskets is celebrating its 20th anniversary and the blessing of its on-site workshop.

Holy Week/Easter schedule set for Saint Meinrad
Monday, April 1, 2019

The Holy Week and Easter schedule for Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, has been set. The public is invited to join the Benedictine monks for these services in the Archabbey Church. All times are Central time.

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Report on Clergy Abuse
Friday, February 22, 2019

In recent months, the Roman Catholic dioceses of Indiana have released the names of priests and religious who have credible allegations of sexual abuse of a minor.

National Players to perform two plays March 8 and 9
Monday, February 18, 2019

Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, will once again host the National Players, America’s longest-running classical touring company, as it presents plays on March 8 and 9.

Students receive ministry of lector
Friday, February 15, 2019

Thirteen priesthood students received the ministry of lector on February 14, in the Seminary’s St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel. Bishop Peter Libasci, of the Diocese of Manchester, installed the lectors.

Students receive ministry of acolyte
Friday, February 15, 2019

Holy hour, men’s Lenten retreat planned by K of C
Monday, February 4, 2019

The Knights of Columbus Council at Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN, is hosting two events this Lent.

Four monks profess solemn vows
Friday, January 25, 2019

Four men professed solemn vows as Benedictine monks of Saint Meinrad Archabbey in a ceremony on January 25, 2019, in the Archabbey Church.

Novice joins Benedictine community
Monday, January 21, 2019

In a brief ceremony, Novice Dennis Reyes was clothed in the Benedictine habit at Saint Meinrad Archabbey on January 19, 2019.

Joseph Oliveri named new alumni director
Wednesday, January 2, 2019

Joseph Oliveri has been named the new director of alumni relations at Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology.

Accreditation Request for Public Comment
Wednesday, December 5, 2018

Saint Meinrad is currently scheduled for an evaluation visit by the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) Commission on February 17 -21, 2019.

Fr. Benedict Meyer, OSB, dies December 14
Friday, December 14, 2018

Fr. Benedict Meyer, OSB, 91, a monk and priest of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, died on December 14, 2018, at the monastery. He was a jubilarian both of profession and priesthood.

Christmas schedule in Archabbey Church
Wednesday, November 21, 2018

The public is welcome to join the Benedictine monks of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, as they celebrate Christmas in the Archabbey Church. All times are Central Time.

Six join Saint Meinrad Board of Overseers
Monday, October 8, 2018

The Board of Overseers has added five new members and a returning member to the advisory board for Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN.

Christian Mocek named Saint Meinrad’s director of annual giving
Wednesday, September 19, 2018

Christian Mocek has been named the director of annual giving for Saint Meinrad Archabbey and Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN.

Monte Cassino pilgrimages to be held in October
Thursday, September 13, 2018

Saint Meinrad Archabbey’s pilgrimages to honor the Blessed Mother at the Monte Cassino Shrine have been scheduled for the Sundays in October.

Fr. Mel Patton, OSB, dies Sept. 6
Friday, September 7, 2018

Fr. Mel Patton, OSB, 93, monk and priest of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, died around 6:30 p.m. on September 6, 2018, in the monastery infirmary.

Fr. Denis Robinson gives opening conference of 2018-19 school year
Wednesday, September 5, 2018

“Therefore I have set my face like flint, knowing that I shall not be put to shame.” The reading tonight from Isaiah is a powerful one, coming as it does in the context of the suffering servant narrative in Isaiah, but also engaging an authentic Christological foreshadowing. I would ...

President-Rector addresses Church crisis in opening talk
Friday, August 31, 2018

Book signing planned for prayer book author
Friday, August 17, 2018

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Gift Shop and Scholar Shop will host a book signing on Saturday, August 25.

Monk professes solemn vows at Saint Meinrad
Thursday, August 16, 2018

Br. Lorenzo Penalosa professed solemn vows as a Benedictine monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey in a ceremony on August 15, 2018, in the Archabbey Church at St. Meinrad, IN.

Fr. Peduru Fonseka, OSB, ordained priest
Monday, August 13, 2018

Fr. Peduru Fonseka, OSB, a monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, was ordained as a Roman Catholic priest on Saturday, August 11, 2018, by the Most Rev. Charles C. Thompson, archbishop of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis. The ordination was held in Saint Meinrad’s Archabbey Church, St. Meinrad, IN.

Monk professes first vows at Saint Meinrad
Tuesday, August 7, 2018

Novice Noel Zamora professed his temporary vows as a Benedictine monk in a ceremony on August 6, 2018, at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN.

Novice joins Benedictine community
Monday, August 6, 2018

In a brief ceremony, Novice Christian Lumsden was clothed in the Benedictine habit at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, on August 5, 2018. He now begins a year of monastic formation, including study of the Rule of St. Benedict and monastic history.

On the Hill 5K set for September 15
Friday, August 3, 2018

Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, will host the On the Hill 5K walk/run on Saturday, September 15, 2018. Registration is now open for the event, with all proceeds benefiting Catholic Charities/Catholic Relief Services.

Five monks celebrate jubilees of monastic profession
Monday, July 30, 2018

The Benedictine monks at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, celebrated the jubilee of monastic profession for five of their confreres on July 29, 2018.

Archbishop Peter Wells named Distinguished Alumnus
Wednesday, July 25, 2018

Archbishop Peter Wells, the Vatican’s ambassador to five countries in southern Africa, was honored on July 24 with the Distinguished Alumnus Award, at the annual Saint Meinrad Alumni Reunion. He graduated from Saint Meinrad College in 1987.

Fr. Columba Kelly, OSB, chant scholar, dies June 9
Monday, June 11, 2018

Fr. Columba Kelly, OSB, 87, a monk and priest of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, died on June 9, 2018, at the monastery. He was a jubilarian both of profession and priesthood.

49 awarded master's degrees on May 12
Monday, May 14, 2018

Graduates of Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN, were awarded master’s degrees on May 12. Graduates accepted their diplomas from the Rt. Rev. Kurt Stasiak, OSB, archabbot of Saint Meinrad Archabbey and chairman of the school’s Board of Trustees.

Workshop will focus on reaching the Millennial Generation
Monday, April 30, 2018

The Saint Meinrad Alumni Association will present a workshop on reaching the Millennial Generation by nationally known speaker Fr. Dave Dwyer, CSP, a Paulist priest and executive director of Busted Halo Ministries.

Abbey Caskets opens new production facility
Friday, April 13, 2018

Abbey Caskets has opened a new production facility on the campus of Saint Meinrad Archabbey in St. Meinrad, IN.

Three ordained deacons at Saint Meinrad
Tuesday, April 10, 2018

Three seminarians received the order of deacon from the Most Rev. Charles Thompson, archbishop of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, IN, at the Saint Meinrad Archabbey Church in St. Meinrad, IN, on April 7.

Monte Cassino pilgrimages to be held in May
Monday, April 2, 2018

Saint Meinrad Archabbey’s pilgrimages to honor the Blessed Mother at the Monte Cassino Shrine have been scheduled for the Sundays in May.

Archabbey named 2017 Indiana Tree Farmer of the Year
Thursday, March 8, 2018

Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad. IN, was recognized as the Indiana Tree Farmer of the Year for 2017 at the annual meeting of the Indiana Hardwood Lumbermen’s Association on February 7 in Indianapolis.

Holy Week and Easter schedule set
Wednesday, February 28, 2018

The Holy Week and Easter schedule for Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, has been set. The public is invited to join the Benedictine monks for these services in the Archabbey Church.

Parishes chosen for Young Adult Initiative
Friday, February 23, 2018

Sixteen parishes have been chosen to participate in the Young Adult Initiative of Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN.

Students receive ministry of acolyte
Friday, February 16, 2018

Thirteen priesthood students from Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN, received the ministry of acolyte on February 15, in the Seminary’s St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel. Archbishop Charles Thompson, of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, installed the acolytes.

Students receive ministry of lector
Friday, February 16, 2018

Seventeen priesthood students from Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, St. Meinrad, IN, received the ministry of lector on February 15, in the Seminary’s St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel. Archbishop Charles Thompson, of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, installed the lectors.

Archbishop Emeritus Daniel Buechlein dies January 25
Thursday, January 25, 2018

Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein, OSB, 79, monk and priest of Saint Meinrad Archabbey and archbishop emeritus of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, died at 12:20 a.m. on January 25, 2018, in the monastery infirmary.

Joseph Wagner professes first vows
Monday, January 22, 2018

Novice Joseph Wagner professed his temporary vows as a Benedictine monk in a ceremony on January 20, 2018, at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN.

Saint Meinrad co-workers, retirees honored for service
Monday, November 13, 2017

Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, honored 39 co-workers and 40 retirees during the annual Service Recognition Banquet on September 27, 2017.

CareNotes now available again
Monday, November 13, 2017

Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, has reintroduced the popular CareNotes line of booklets. When Saint Meinrad closed Abbey Press on June 30, publication of the booklets went on hiatus until September.

Graduate Theology Program revises master's degree
Monday, November 13, 2017

Beginning this fall, it will take fewer credits for lay men and women to earn a master's degree at Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology. Students will be able to complete the Master of Arts (Theology) degree in 36, instead of 48, credit hours and have more flexibility in choosing courses.

Two ordained deacons at Saint Meinrad
Monday, May 1, 2017

Two seminarians received the order of deacon from the Most Rev. Charles Thompson, bishop of the Diocese of Evansville, IN, at the Saint Meinrad Archabbey Church in St. Meinrad, IN, on April 22.