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04/02/2026

You are invited to join the monks for Easter Services. Join in person or online at www.saintmeinrad.org/live.

03/27/2026

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03/26/2026

With heartfelt wisdom and charming illustrations, Elf-help books are small enough to carry with you, yet big enough to make a difference. 💜

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03/24/2026

Tuck something meaningful into Easter baskets this year. Our coloring books offer a simple, comforting activity for all ages and make a thoughtful gift for birthdays, rainy days, or anytime a little creativity is needed.

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03/11/2026

The public is invited to join the Benedictine monks for these services in the Archabbey Church. Services will also be livestreamed.

The Holy Week and Easter schedule for Saint Meinrad Archabbey has been set.

03/10/2026

🍀 “There is no day so dull or dismal that it is not an occasion for rejoicing. Eat, drink, laugh, and be Irish. Celebrate today!”🍀
— Rosemary Purdy, 'Tis a Blessing to Be Irish

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03/05/2026

Lent invites us to slow down, return to the Lord, and deepen our life of prayer. But sometimes… we overcomplicate it.

In "5 Basics of Prayer—Letting God Lead the Way," Fr. Simon Herrmann, OSB, a monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, reminds us that prayer can be as simple as focusing on five ingredients: praise, gratitude, honesty, intercession, and quiet.

🙏 Praise God.
🙏 Thank Him for His gifts.
🙏 Be honest about where you are.
🙏 Pray for others.
🙏 Rest in His presence.

This Lent, let God lead the way. Lean into His gentle care and allow Him to love and transform you.

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart…” (Proverbs 3:5–6)

Read more on our blog and discover how these five simple movements of prayer can deepen your relationship with Christ.

What follows are five ingredients in prayer that can help us foster a deeper encounter with Jesus Christ who brings our lives and prayer to God through the Holy Spirit.

03/04/2026

Ever feel like you just don’t have time to pray?

What if the real obstacle isn’t your schedule?

This PrayerNote gently suggests that “lack of time” can sometimes mask deeper struggles, like:

• Guilt, resentment, or feeling distant from God
• Not knowing how to pray beyond memorized words
• Quiet doubts about whether prayer really makes a difference
• Assuming prayer has to be long or emotional to count
• Feeling bored or self-conscious about praying

An honest personal inventory can be a powerful first step.

And here’s the comforting truth: you don’t have to resolve everything before you begin. You can start praying right in the middle of the struggle.

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02/27/2026

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02/26/2026

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02/25/2026

✝ This Lent, take time to reflect, pray, and grow closer to God with our Lenten Prayer Packs.

Each pack is thoughtfully designed to guide you through this sacred season with a special selection of six PrayerNotes or Catholic Perspectives titles. Perfect for personal devotion or sharing with your faith community.

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