Saint Andrew's Abbey offers a peaceful and tranquil environment rooted in monastic life, making it an ideal place for rest and renewal. Visitors are welcome to join the monks for liturgical prayer, experiencing the rhythm of prayer and work that defines the abbey. The grounds feature a beautiful duck pond and serene landscapes that create a calming atmosphere. Throughout the year, the abbey hosts various weekend programs, day retreats, and workshops, providing opportunities for spiritual growth. A large Catholic Gift and Book Shop offers a wide selection of items such as candles, books, rosaries, and medals to support spiritual journeys. The staff, including monks and Father Patrick, are friendly and helpful, ensuring a warm welcome. The peaceful grounds and the spirituality of the monks make it a special place to pray and connect with God. Visitors have described the abbey as an oasis, a place where lives can be changed and renewed through prayer, reflection, and community.
First visit and loved it! Peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, nice gift shop!
September 2024
Wow. What a peaceful place. You can visit during the day. There’s a lake with ducks, a river and you can join the monks in prayer a various times of the day. Fr. Damian said I can pack a lunch and just hang out.
The ceramic drawings on the walls are really cool ?.
June 2024
Very beautiful and peaceful. I will definitely come back and I’m glad I got to attend today’s mass.
