Community of Saint John's Abbey

The Community of Saint John's Abbey is a religious monastic community of Catholic monks, located in Collegeville, Minnesota. Founded in 1856, the monks dedicate their lives to prayer, meditation, community service, and maintaining religious traditions. They also operate educational institutions, including Saint John’s University, and engage in various charitable and cultural activities. The community emphasizes a contemplative lifestyle rooted in Catholic faith, committed to spiritual growth, scholarship, and service to others. Their way of life blends prayer, work, and community living, fostering spiritual development and outreach in a modern world.