Due to ongoing construction work at the Abbey, the bookstore will be closed Monday, September 30 and Tuesday, October 1. Apologies for any inconvenience.

Change to regular service schedule: Compline at 7:15 p.m.

This year's theme is “Understanding and Living the Rule of St. Benedict as Oblates: Our Stories as Tools for Spiritual Growth.”  Our program consists of speakers, a panel, book sharing and discussions, short films and a retreat day focused on our theme. Through these shared gatherings and readings, we hope to enrich our personal understanding of mercy and challenge ourselves to apply mercy to our daily lives. We look forward to another fruitful year of prayer, study, and fellowship with both the Abbey and the Oblate communities. Check out the website for the year's program:
https://www.glastonburyabbey.org/index.php/abbey/oblates/oblate-news/

The Outbreak of World War I
Fr. Nicholas Morcone, OSB - September 24, October 1, 8, and 15, 2019

The celebration of the one hundredth anniversary of the end of World War I gives reason for reflection on and investigation into just what precipitated “the war to end all wars” when, in the words of one author, “foolish monarchs, diplomats, and generals blundered into a war nobody wanted.” We will examine this “blunder” in four sessions:
I. Europe in 1914
II. Personalities and Plans
III. Outbreak
IV. Aftermath

Father Nicholas, OSB, of Glastonbury Abbey has been a lifelong student of history since he majored in it in college. He has presented several programs on Church History here at the Abbey over the years.

During the construction project, Compline will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays.

This meditation period is a special time as you start your week to gather at the Abbey to center yourself in Our Creator. As you center yourself along with prayer, singing bowls and silence, slowly close your meditation with freshly made herbal tea from the Abbey garden. Meditation coupled with tea is a spiritual practice going as far back as the 9th Century.
Compline at the Abbey Church is optional at 7:45 p.m.
All are welcome!

The Outbreak of World War I
Fr. Nicholas Morcone, OSB - September 24, October 1, 8, and 15, 2019

The celebration of the one hundredth anniversary of the end of World War I gives reason for reflection on and investigation into just what precipitated “the war to end all wars” when, in the words of one author, “foolish monarchs, diplomats, and generals blundered into a war nobody wanted.” We will examine this “blunder” in four sessions:
I. Europe in 1914
II. Personalities and Plans
III. Outbreak
IV. Aftermath

Father Nicholas, OSB, of Glastonbury Abbey has been a lifelong student of history since he majored in it in college. He has presented several programs on Church History here at the Abbey over the years.

During the construction project, Compline will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays.

Anam Cara, Glastonbury Abbey's women's spirituality group, has been meeting for more than 15 years. Over the years we have read Richard Rohr, Joyce Rupp, Joan Chittister, Barbara Taylor and many other authors. We have studied the labyrinth, gathered jewelry for The Women's Lunch Place, raised money for mattresses at Stonecrest retreat house, shared our struggles, laughed at our growing pains and enjoyed a pot luck supper or two. New members are welcome! For more info, contact Ellie, ellivine70@gmail.com.

This meditation period is a special time as you start your week to gather at the Abbey to center yourself in Our Creator. As you center yourself along with prayer, singing bowls and silence, slowly close your meditation with freshly made herbal tea from the Abbey garden. Meditation coupled with tea is a spiritual practice going as far back as the 9th Century.
Compline at the Abbey Church is optional at 7:45 p.m.
All are welcome!

The Outbreak of World War I
Fr. Nicholas Morcone, OSB - September 24, October 1, 8, and 15, 2019

The celebration of the one hundredth anniversary of the end of World War I gives reason for reflection on and investigation into just what precipitated “the war to end all wars” when, in the words of one author, “foolish monarchs, diplomats, and generals blundered into a war nobody wanted.” We will examine this “blunder” in four sessions:
I. Europe in 1914
II. Personalities and Plans
III. Outbreak
IV. Aftermath

Father Nicholas, OSB, of Glastonbury Abbey has been a lifelong student of history since he majored in it in college. He has presented several programs on Church History here at the Abbey over the years.

During the construction project, Compline will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays.

This meditation period is a special time as you start your week to gather at the Abbey to center yourself in Our Creator. As you center yourself along with prayer, singing bowls and silence, slowly close your meditation with freshly made herbal tea from the Abbey garden. Meditation coupled with tea is a spiritual practice going as far back as the 9th Century.
Compline at the Abbey Church is optional at 7:45 p.m.
All are welcome!

Adult Christianity: Beyond the Catechism
Fr. Timothy Joyce, OSB, STL – October 22 and 29, November 5 and 12, 2019

This four-week course will discuss the nature of faith today as seen in:
• The historical development of our understanding of our Christian faith, especially since the II Vatican Council
• The importance of the Bible and the Early Church
• How modern science, the ecological movement and world events have shaped our insights;
• The recovery of the mystical tradition of the Church
• The doubts and difficulties we have with the Church
• Consider images of God
• The central place of Jesus Christ

Participants will be invited to grow as more reflective disciples of Christ.

Father Timothy is a monk of Glastonbury Abbey. He holds an advanced degree in systematic theology from the Gregorian University in Rome. He is a published author as well as preacher and retreat director.

No registration required. Suggested donation: $20 per session