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Living Out The Catholic Faith
The monks of Saint Anselm Abbey live the Gospel life following The Rule of Saint Benedict.
Benedictines in New Hampshire
In 1889, the Benedictines came to New Hampshire from Newark, N.J. in order to found a parish and plan their educational and monastic endeavors.
Committed to Catholic Education
Work is a vital part of our life as monks. Our primary apostolate is Saint Anselm College, an undergraduate liberal arts college with a strong Catholic and Benedictine tradition.
Become a Monk
"Seeking his workmen in a multitude of people, the Lord calls out to him and lifts his voice again: Is there anyone here who yearns for life and desires to see good days?"
The Rule of Saint Benedict, Prologue 14-15
Our Prayer Life
We are a community of prayer. All members of the Saint Anselm community and the general public are welcome to join us for our public liturgies.
Abbey News
Father Cecil Donahue, O.S.B. Called To Eternal Life
On the nineteenth day of November 2023, our confrere…
Father George Rumley, O.S.B. Ordained to the Diaconate
George Benjamin Rumley, O.S.B., a member of the Saint Anselm monastic…
Brother Celestine Professes Solemn Vows
On September 2, 2023, Brother Celestine Benjamen Hettrick, O.S.B., professed…
2024 Abbatial Election
Saint Anselm Abbey will have an abbatial election on April 29-30, 2024
Father Celestine Hettrick, O.S.B. Ordained to the Diaconate
Celestine Benjamen Hettrick, O.S.B., a member of the Saint Anselm…
Brother Stanislaw Sullivan, O.S.B. Begins Probationary Period
On Monday, January 15, 2024, the Feast Saints Maurus and Placid, Brother…
Father Cecil Donahue, O.S.B. Called To Eternal Life
On the nineteenth day of November 2023, our confrere…
Father George Rumley, O.S.B. Ordained to the Diaconate
George Benjamin Rumley, O.S.B., a member of the Saint Anselm monastic…