The Hungarian Benedictine Congregation has elevated the Monastery of Saint Maurice in Bakonybél to an independent conventual priory. Father Zsolt Izsák Baán OSB is its first prior.
The Holy See’s pavilion at the Venice Biennale explores the musical and theological vision of Hildegard of Bingen through a contemporary artistic interpretation, developed with the guidance of a Benedictine nun teaching at the Pontifical Athenaeum of Sant’Anselmo.
On 18 April 2026, the new Benedictine mission center was inaugurated in Dodoma. Rooted in the Gospel and Benedictine spirituality, the mission integrates education, sustainable agriculture and pastoral care to serve the local community.
The Benedictine Confederation has launched a journey to the 2029 Jubilee, marking 1,500 years of the Order. Starting in Norcia, the four-year path follows themes of awakening, listening, growing and flourishing.
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Father Godfrey Mullen OSB as the 10th Bishop of Belleville. A monk of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, he has served as the diocesan administrator in Illinois since May 2025.
The Benedictine Commission on China (BCC) met in Rome, addressing the complexities of pastoral work in the current situations. Discussions centered on unity, discreet accompaniment and continued support for the Church in China.
At the request of Bishop Aldo Berardi, Fr. Stefan Geiger OSB and Fr. Benoit Alloggia OSB traveled to Kuwait to lead a clergy formation course. Stranded by the sudden outbreak of war, they returned to Rome on 12 March 2026, via Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
As Cuba faces a historic energy crisis following the loss of Venezuelan fuel, the monks of San José de las Lajas remain a steadfast sign of hope, providing food and spiritual solace despite a looming collapse.
This is a letter from the Abbot Primate to the Oblates associated with our Benedictine monasteries. He shares news about the establishment of an International Secretariat for Benedictine Oblates and the plans for the next World Congress of Oblates.
The annual Abbots Workshop in Mexico City convened 25 superiors to discuss community well-being, hear Sant'Anselmo updates, and begin planning for the 2029 Jubilee of Monte Cassino.
