Saint John's Abbey — Attraction in St. Joseph

I always love to visit the Abbey when I am in the area. It's worth your time to take a half hour break from your drive and meditate in one of the side chapels, take in the sacred beauty of the main Chapel or wander the grounds of both the Abbey and St. John's University. Consider joining the kinks for morning, afternoon or evening prayer....or late afternoon mass. A little walk beyond the Abbey will bring you to the cemetery... Also a lovely peaceful place to wander and contemplate life. The Abbey has a little gift shop in the great hall that is worth visiting and is usually staffed by one of the Benedictine Brothers. Also... If you have time, visit the bookstore foe the liturgical press. The monks of this Abbey have a deep connection to the Benedictine in Muenster Saskatchewan... A lovely little history of settlement whereby the people would come only if some of the kinks came with the. It's worth doing a little research and knowing the story. If you do stop by for a visit... Be sure to buy something in the gift shop or leave a...

I really like this rural university campus, Monastery and small community. The setting is beautiful and the trees are aglow in the fall. Enjoy any of their hiking trails around the beautiful lakes. If you have not seen the church yet it is worth a quick side strip off the freeway for a visit. It is amazing structure and stain glass covering the entire wall is fabulous. The campus also houses a high school for day students and residents. I believe it is one of the oldest schools in Minnesota being charted in...

This is a favorite place to visit, especially in the fall. The Lake Walk is stunning with gorgeous views in every direction. The walk winds around Lake Sagatagan and ends at the chapel with it’s blue and gold stained glass. It’s such a lovely spot to take photos. There were plenty of other people on the walk. Though there is a sign that says “no dogs,” obviously it is not enforced because we passed plenty of dogs. All were on leash and were polite. I recommend you bring your camera. It’s a very special place...