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May Procession 2026 Video
Mother’s Day provided a perfect setting for the 2026 May Procession at Saint Benedict Center. The weather was beautiful, and the monastery grounds created a lovely backdrop. Marian hymns, the Holy...
Bishop McManus Visits IHM
We were honored to welcome Bishop McManus of our Worcester Diocese to the new IHM Elementary building yesterday. The bishop visited classrooms, asking thoughtful questions and engaging students in...
First Holy Communion
What wonderful majesty! What stupendous condescension! O sublime humility! That the Lord of the whole universe, God and the Son of God, should humble Himself like this under the form of a little...
Mother’s Day Mass Intentions
On Mother’s Day, we honor the mother God has chosen for us and give thanks for the loving heart that shaped and guided our own—whether she is still with us or has entered eternal life. What could be...
Honoring Saint Louis de Montfort
Following Mass this morning, on the feast of Saint Louis Marie de Montfort, religious, faculty, students, and friends gathered outside the IHM Elementary building to witness the blessing of a new...
Spring 2026 Newsletter
The Spring 2026 edition of “From the Center,” our newsletter for friends and benefactors of Saint Benedict Center, is going to press here at the monastery. We are happy to also share it here online....
Pro-Life Dinner Event
Our IHM School high school students are gearing up for the 2026 Pro-Life Dinner on May 16, 2026, in MacIsaac Hall. This marks the third dinner hosted by the Saint John the Baptist Pro-Life League,...
Holy Week & Easter 2026
We thank God for a beautiful Holy Week and Easter at Saint Benedict Center! The photo slideshow below begins with Palm Sunday, featuring the blessing and procession of the palms. It continues to...
Pro-Life Award Received
On March 25, 2026, the Saint John the Baptist Pro-Life League of our IHM School became the first group to receive the Ruth V. K. Pakaluk Pro-Life Youth Award from the Diocese of Worcester. Presented...
Passiontide & Holy Week
The purple coverings of Passion Sunday now adorn the Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel, and the solemn chants of Passiontide have begun. As this sacred season unfolds, we prepare our hearts for the...
IHM School Pro-Life League News
The "Saint John the Baptist Pro-Life League" has been part of student life at IHM for over 25 years. Throughout the year, the league meets monthly to discuss current issues. They lead weekly Divine...
First Camp of 2026!
It's only February, but the Brothers have already launched the 2026 camp season with an action-packed week at Montfort Day Camp in Northeast Texas from February 16-20, 2026. Check out the great...
What Can We Do for Him?
Dear Friend, It is now time for the serious and penitential days of Lent. Just as the athlete disciplines his body in order to win a prize, so too must the Christian train his soul through spiritual...
Christmas Gifts
We experienced a truly wonderful Christmas here at the monastery! Preparations for the Birth of Christ at Saint Benedict Center began with visits to local nurseries, where generous donors...
Rejoicing in His Coming
Dear Friend, What is it about Christmas that moves the whole world to pause each year in wonder? Is there any other date so universally celebrated—or that ever could be? The birth of Christ was the...
Rorate Caeli
"The people that sat in darkness, hath seen great light: and to them that sat in the region of the shadow of death, light is sprung up." Matt. 4:16 For the past two weeks, the faithful have been...
Christmas Fair Video
The annual Christmas Fair at Saint Benedict Center took place on November 29th this year. It was the perfect way to open the Advent season of preparation for Christmas! While the world's...
The Sisters’ Wish List 2025
Update: This Wish List has been filled! God bless and reward all our benefactors! As Advent begins, we prepare our hearts and souls for the arrival of the Infant Savior. At the same time, we also...
Brothers’ Wish List 2025
Update: The Brothers' Wish List has been filled! God bless and reward all our generous benefactors! At this time of year, everyone has a wish list, and the Brothers at MICM are no exception! A look...
Entering Advent 2025
Advent, the beginning of a new liturgical year, is quickly approaching. It is a season of eager longing, spiritual preparation, and joyful hope for the coming of Our Saviour at Christmas. Once...
Calendar of Saints 2026
The 2026 Traditional Calendar of Saints showcases artistic renditions and details of vintage and antique holy cards. This beautiful artwork, created with a spirit of devotion, is sure to inspire...
October at the Monastery
New England is renowned for its stunning foliage, attracting visitors from across the country to experience its vibrant colors. Here at the monastery, October is just as colorful! The school year is...
Fall 2025 Newsletter
The Fall 2025 edition of the From the Center newsletter is finally here! It has been several months since our last update, and a lot has happened at the monastery and in our apostolates. During the...
For the Holy Souls
Remember your dearly departed on All Souls' Day. This year, since November 2nd falls on a Sunday, the observance of All Souls' Day is moved to Monday, November 3rd. This tradition is followed...