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.
UPDATE: Beginning on August 1st, 2024, the monastic community will pray the Office of Vigils privately. This arrangement will be in effect until further notice.
Prior's Blog: "Et Incarnatus Est"
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November 26, 2024“The Lord confused the language of all the earth.” ...
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November 19, 2024“The Lord confused the language of all the earth.” ...
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November 1, 2024“The Lord confused the language of all the earth.” ...
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October 29, 2024“Then Noah sent forth a dove.” (Here are the first ...
Upcoming Events
Solemn Vespers for Advent
Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 5:15 p.m.
Featuring Gregorian chant and Renaissance masterworks, as well as new compositions by Prior Peter and Kevin Allen.
For more information, click here.
For the full 2024-2025 schedule, click here.
Advent Vespers with Chicago Chorale
Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 5:15 p.m.
An Advent tradition that goes back over 15 years, featuring Gregorian chant and polyphonic hymns and motets. Free and open to all.
For more information and to RSVP, click here.