Saint Meinrad Archabbey earns wellness award
Monday, April 22, 2024

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

Monte Cassino pilgrimages will be held in May
Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Pilgrimages to honor the Blessed Mother have been scheduled for the Sundays in May.

Saint Meinrad names new alumni director
Friday, April 5, 2024

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

New director of planned giving named at Saint Meinrad
Friday, April 5, 2024

Brian Doyle has been named director of planned giving and foundation relations for the Development Office of Saint Meinrad Archabbey and Seminary and School of Theology.

Br. Michael Reyes, OSB, named director of Benedictine Oblates
Friday, March 22, 2024

Br. Michael Reyes, OSB, has been appointed the new director of Benedictine Oblates of Saint Meinrad Archabbey by Archabbot Kurt Stasiak, OSB.

Saint Meinrad offers accelerated M.A. in theology for Marian University students
Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Saint Meinrad and Marian University have announced a new collaboration to offer Marian students an accelerated track to a Master of Arts degree in theology.

Schedule for Holy Week and Easter services
Wednesday, March 6, 2024

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
Friday, February 16, 2024

Twelve priesthood students received the ministry of lector on February 15, in the Seminary’s St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel.

Students receive ministry of acolyte at Saint Meinrad
Friday, February 16, 2024

Twenty priesthood students received the ministry of acolyte on February 15, in the Seminary’s St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel.

Saint Meinrad sponsors Day of Service in 13 communities
Tuesday, February 13, 2024

The Saint Meinrad Alumni Association is hosting its tenth annual Day of Service.

Abbey Caskets to host GriefShare in March
Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Abbey Caskets will be sponsoring a 13-week GriefShare support group at Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House on Mondays in March at 1:00 p.m.

Novice joins Benedictine community at Saint Meinrad
Monday, January 22, 2024

In a brief ceremony, Novice Joshua Brahm was clothed in the Benedictine habit at Saint Meinrad Archabbey on January 19, 2024.

Obituary of Father Louis Hacker, OSB
Friday, January 12, 2024

Father Louis Hacker, OSB, a monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, died peacefully in the Lord on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. He was 69 and a jubilarian of monastic profession.

Open house planned for Graduate Theology Program
Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Our Graduate Theology Program is hosting an Open House in person on the weekend of February 17-18 and online Wednesday, February 21, at 6:30 p.m. Central Time.

Ceramics exhibit planned for Archabbey Library Galley
Friday, January 5, 2024

The Archabbey Library Gallery will host an exhibit of ceramics titled “The Art and Craft of Todd Matteson.” from January 10, 2024 through February 29, 2024.

Piano concert scheduled for February
Friday, January 5, 2024

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Cultural Events will present a piano concert on Friday, February 2, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. Central Time in the St. Bede Hall Theater.

Christmas crèches on display at Archabbey Library
Tuesday, December 5, 2023

An exhibit of Christmas crèches from around the world will be on display in the Saint Meinrad Archabbey Library from December 8 through January 6.

Saint Meinrad to host workshop on liturgical manuscripts
Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Saint Meinrad Institute for Sacred Music will present a day-long workshop, “Liturgical Manuscripts in Person” on Saturday, January 20, 2024.

Christmas schedule at Saint Meinrad
Tuesday, December 5, 2023

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.

Archabbey Gift Shop to move and consolidate
Thursday, October 26, 2023

The Gift Shop will soon be reconfigured to better meet the needs of its core customers, including guests, retreatants, and students.

Five join Saint Meinrad Board of Overseers
Monday, October 9, 2023

Five new members have been added to the Board of Overseers, the advisory board for Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology.

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.