The Sisters will tell you, they are not the legacy. Rather, it is the lives they touch that are the legacy. This spiritual growth is the Sisters’ lasting gift. At St. Paul’s Monastery, we know that legacy isn’t about buildings or titles—it’s about people, it’s about relationships. The students who were taught by our Sisters, the guests who found peace in our Monastery, and the seekers who serve others through deep Benedictine values. Our Sisters are the living legacy of our shared Benedictine way of life.
The Present is Sacred—And So Are Those Who Share It With Us
The Benedictine spirit is alive in every retreat, every moment of stillness in Centering Prayer or lectio divina, and in every shared hour of liturgy. It lives in our Oblates, who bring Benedictine values into the world. It moves through spiritual direction, campus and sports chaplaincy ministry at Hill-Murray, and parish outreach, offering peace and purpose in a restless world. Your gift sustains this sacred presence here and now. This moment matters—as does your your part in it. Because this is where transformation happens through prayer, presence, and the people who gather here.
Forming the Future—One Benedictine Heart at a Time
The world needs Benedictine values: wisdom, stability, community, and hope. The future of the Benedictine mission is unfolding in the formation of young minds at Hill-Murray School, in the commitment of our Oblates, and in the generosity of donors like you. Through the lens of Mutual Blessings (our deepening of relationship with Hill-Murray School), we are passing on a way of life that teaches listening, humility, hospitality, and peace.
In a divided world, Benedictine values aren’t just relevant—they’re revolutionary. Together, we are preparing the next generation to live them out. The Future Needs Benedictine Values. Help Us Share Them.
Support the Benedictine Mission—Past, Present, and Future
At St. Paul’s Monastery and the Benedictine Center, your gift to the Benedict Appeal does more than sustain a place—it carries forward a way of life that transforms the world.
- You honor the past by caring for the Sisters who devoted their lives to education, health care, pastoral care, and spiritual leadership. Their legacy lives in the thousands they served ... and in you!
- You strengthen the present by supporting Oblates, spiritual seekers, and guests who come for retreat, prayer, and healing. Through liturgy, retreats, Centering Prayer, and spiritual direction, the Benedictine Center is a sacred refuge for those longing for peace.
- You invest in the future by helping shape a new generation of faithful Benedictines. Through relationships like Mutual Blessings with Hill-Murray School, and the witness of Oblates and donors, Benedictine values are forming hearts for a more compassionate and stable world.
Your generosity is not just a gift. It’s a declaration of hope. Together, we are building a world rooted in prayer, presence, and community. Will you help us raise $60,000 this summer to ensure the Benedictine way continues to touch lives—now and for generations to come?
You are welcome to mail in cash or a check as well. Please send all checks payable to St. Paul's Monastery to:
Travis Salisbury
Director of Mission Advancement
St. Paul's Monastery
2675 Benet Road
Maplewood, MN 55109
St. Paul’s Monastery and The Benedictine Center at St. Paul’s Monastery is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization. All contributions are tax deductible under IRS tax code section 501 (c)(3). Tax ID #41-0724050
