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
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Upcoming Events
Monastic Experience Weekend
Friday, June 26—Sunday, June 28, 2026
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, click here.
Solemnity of Saint Benedict
Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 6:35 a.m.
This day is traditionally kept as the more solemn of the two feasts devoted to Our Holy Father Benedict. Mass will feature special readings and chants, including the sequence hymn Laeta Dies.