At the heart of our Benedictine tradition lies a deep, warm and sincere hospitality to all our visitors. We listen deeply to each other, support each other's gifts, and grow together in common love and faithfulness. Learn about our monastic life.
Saint Bede Monastery is an ecumenical retreat and conference center located in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. We welcome church, civic, and service groups for retreats, meetings, seminars, and workshops. In addition, the center offers a wide variety of religious, spiritual, cultural, and educational programs. Private retreats are always welcome as well!
Friendship at Saint Benedict's Monastery
Friends are reunited and new friends are made as the sisters from Saint Benedict's Monastery continue to make their visits.
Visit from the Staff from St. Scholastica Convent
The sisters learn more about St. Scholastica Convent in St. Cloud, Minnesota from the Dean and Assistant Deans. St. Scholastica Convent is the assisted living residence for the Benedictine Sisters.
Some of the staff from St. Scholastica Convent visit the sisters at the Clairemont.
The visits continue as the sisters share stories and get to know each other.
Tours are always a part of each visit.
Along with visits many meetings are taking place.
Some visitors stayed a little longer to work as well as visit and enjoyed a St. Patrick’s Day party.
Sister Judith Kramer Helps Out
at Saint Agnes in Fond du Lac
Sister Judy Kramer again assisted the Sisters of Saint Agnes in Fond du Lac in February and early March with translation of classes, lectures and sharing time.Three of the Sisters from Nicaragua are spending six months here in the States living with various small groups of the Agnesian Sisters on their missions throughout the United States. Though initially they feared the Wisconsin cold, the Sisters had a wonderful time playing in the snow! Pictured (left to right) Sisters Guadalupe Aguilar, Celia Fernandez, Judy Kramer, and Angela Pasquier.
Sisters from Saint Benedict's Monastery
Sisters from Saint Benedict's Monastery, St. Joseph, Minnesota visited with the sisters at Saint Bede Monastery during one of their on-going visits.
Some of the Sisters from Saint Benedict's Monastery
Some of the sisters in leadership from Saint Benedict's Monastery came to tour, gather information, and share ideas with our sisters.
Sisters from Saint Benedict's at The Clairemont
The sisters from Saint Benedict's also visited our sisters at
The Clairemont.
Special Meal
A special meal was prepared and served by these friends as the sisters enjoyed the royal treatment. After their service they dined with the sisters.
Fun and Games
Games and visiting followed the banquet meal.
Monastic Musings
The following is the sixth in a series of reflections on the document entitled: Wisdom from the Tradition, A statement of North American Benedictine Women in Response to Our Times.
Etched over the entrance of many Benedictine monasteries in Europe is the simple word PAX, which is Latin for “peace.” Down through the centuries, Benedictine monasteries have been seen as places of peace, as sanctuaries protecting one from violence and danger. This architectural tradition was incorporated into the building of many monasteries in the United States.
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Our Unfolding Future
Long ago the prophet Joel spoke of the many people who are a part of any decision. His reference to a “valley of decision” describes us, despite our living on a hill.
Our community entered that “valley of decision” when we decided to sell our monastery and property in August 2007.
Under the direction of Mr. David Mickelson local real estate agent for Century 21, this past year has been spent working with interested parties in the Chippewa Valley. In June 2009, these efforts were joined with the expertise of a commercial real estate company, Frauenshuh, Inc. from Minneapolis, MN. Marketing our facility from coast-to-coast, Frauenshuh has generated much interest.
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In photo: Sister Michaela Hedican, OSB, Prioress
Monastery’s Sale Efforts Gain
With Realty Firms’ Agreement
On July 13, 2009, agreements were put in place to proceed with the roll-out of a national scale marketing campaign for the Saint Bede Monastery property at 1190 Priory Road in Eau Claire. Over the course of the next several weeks, various marketing initiatives will be introduced as part of the re-energized effort to secure a buyer and close on a sale, including listing and marketing the property on a local and national basis. Read full story. View property information.
Center Invites Overnight Stays For Funeral,
Hospital Visitors
 In seeking to expand their charism of hospitality, the Sisters are offering use of Saint Bede Center to those needing overnight accommodations while in town to attend funerals or visit loved ones in local hospitals and hospices.
A new brochure, prepared by Administrative Assistant Mary Traynor, cites the Center’s “simple, peaceful” atmosphere and “supportive, caring Sisters and staff” in welcoming overnight stays by individuals and families. Read full story.
Our Monastery Is For Sale
St. Bede Monastery is now for sale. View property information.
As long as we can, we will continue to offer hospitality
on the hill at Saint Bede. Most of the groups considering purchasing our monastery property
share the hope of continuing some sort of welcoming and
group hosting. May our open doors continue to welcome
you!
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