St. John’s Abbey

Benedictine Brother Félix Babian makes final vows July 11 at Saint John’s Abbey in Collegeville, Minnesota.

The Benedictine monks of Saint John’s Abbey will officially dedicate a brand new 30,000 square foot woodworking shop, which also will be home to Abbey Organ Builders.

The Christmas season begins with vigil Masses on Christmas Eve and concludes on the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, Jan. 9.

Local religious communities will be hosting a variety of Advent services, programs, retreats, reflections and concerts

Benedictine Father Brennan (Charles) Maiers, 86, died July 22 in the retirement center at St. John’s Abbey, Collegeville. The monks, family, and friends will receive the body on Wednesday, July 27, at 7 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, July 28, in St. John’s Abbey and University Church, with interment in the abbey cemetery.

He was born and raised in Little Falls, the son of Jason and Stacy Spillum.

“Exploring History and Culture in Central Minnesota – Hill Museum & Manuscript Library” is a free online lecture series that will share about cultures in the state in a unique way: through ancient manuscript traditions.

Don’t miss these local opportunities to prepare for the coming of Christ.