St. Benedict
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‘Reverently awe-inspiring’: The story behind twin Catholic parishes in Virginia, Maryland
St. Benedict Church in Baltimore and St. Benedict Church in Richmond were both constructed by Father Michael McInerney, a monk... Read more
St. Henry II, the German king who became patron of the Benedictine Oblates
During his reign, Henry shared his faith by rebuilding churches that had been destroyed, building monasteries, and supporting them with... Read more
The St. Benedict medal: a defense against demonic attacks
St. Benedict, whose feast the Catholic Church celebrates on July 11, endured constant attacks from the enemy throughout his life. Read more
St. Benedict Church in Rome celebrates feast with 40 hour adoration vigil
Before St. Benedict left for Subiaco, he studied in Rome, where today there is a little-known chapel built on the... Read more
Echoes of St. Benedict as Norcia monks rebuild after earthquake
As Benedictine monks in Norcia, Italy rebuild their monastery from the rubble caused by devastating earthquakes last year, they do... Read more
Basilica of St. Benedict destroyed in earthquake
A large earthquake struck the central Italian town of Norcia this morning, leveling the Basilica of St. Benedict and several... Read more
Cardinal Parolin: Without its Christian roots, Europe won't help the world
The European Union could be significant and helpful in solving crises around the world, but its common effort should lie... Read more
