Saint Joseph's Abbey

Saint Joseph's Abbey, located in Spencer, Mass., is a Roman Catholic monastery of monks of the Cistercian order known as Trappists. It offers Horarium schedules that include Vigils, a communal praying of the Psalms, and reflection, hymns, prayers and sacraments. Additionally, the monastery offers chanting and meditation sessions, and a library that provides Cisterican literature and religious books. It also organizes social and recreational activities, and exercise and fitness classes. It offers monastic training to men of ages 25 to 45 years. The monks live a contemplative life and dedicate themselves to the praise and worship of God. It promotes gospel values and emphasizes on simple and spiritual life. Saint Joseph's Abbey additionally educates monks about individual relationships and service to the community. It also organizes religious sermons and lectures of various priests and saints.