Vocations
"Listen carefully, my son, to the master's instructions, and attend to them with the ear of your heart." Thus opens the Holy Rule of our holy father St. Benedict, through whom the living God has been pleased to call and instruct willing souls in the ways of His love through a common life for almost 1500 years.
Nearly 200 monks comprise the community at Saint Vincent Archabbey in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. In response to God's call these men live out the Benedictine spirit of ora et labora, work and prayer. The Benedictines of St. Vincent integrate a life of ongoing prayer with diverse ministerial roles. Much apostolic work occurs at Saint Vincent College, Seminary and Parish; however, our mission also extends to parishes and foundations in four states and two foreign countries. Most importantly, wherever we serve, we strive to build a Christ centered community where all can come and listen to the voice of the Master!
If you are interested in life at our Monastery, please follow the links on this page to find out about the various stages of entry into our community, where we live according to the Rule of Saint Benedict.
Stages of Entry into the Community
For more information on vocations: