Monastery of the Holy Cross

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A Community of Contemplative Benedictine Monks
in the City

The Monastery of the Holy Cross is a Roman Catholic, Benedictine Monastery of the Subiaco Cassinese Congregation. Continuing a centuries-old tradition, we live according to the Rule of St. Benedict, seeking God through a life of prayer, silence, work and hospitality.

Both Mass and the Divine Office are open to the public.  Mass is at 6:35 a.m. Monday–Saturday, and 10:00 a.m. Sunday. To view our complete prayer schedule, click here.

Prior's Blog: "Et Incarnatus Est"

Upcoming Events

Solemn Vespers for Easter

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 5:15 p.m.

Featuring Gregorian chant and Renaissance and masterworks, as well as new compositions by Prior Peter and Kevin Allen.

For more information, click here.

Monastic Experience Weekend

Friday, June 27—Sunday, June 29, 2025

This weekend offers an opportunity to experience monastic life first-hand.  It is intended for single Catholic men between the ages of 20 and 35 who practice their faith and are at least open to the possibility of considering a monastic vocation.

For more information and to register, click here.