The Benedictine Commission on China brings together representatives from Benedictine monasteries throughout the world to exchange information about the work of their communities related to China and to discuss cooperation on projects for China. This year the meeting was held 29 February at Sant'Anselmo. Story and photo links here.
Bishop Viktor Josef Dammertz was a man of great vision and generous service to the Benedictine Order.
Suspension of lectures and modification of academic activities until Easter. Following the decision of the Italian government of 9 March 2020, lessons will be held at the Pontifical University of Sant'Anselmo through alternatives to [...]
Bishop Elias was prior of Saint'Anselmo for five years before being elected abbot president of his congregation. More information and links here.
Our Rector Fr. Bernard Eckerstorfer has been featured in a Vatican News article and video. German and English.
Rector Bernhard Eckerstorfer OSB has appointed Fr. Prof. Laurentius Eschlböck OSB of Schottenstift as the new director of the Cultural Dimensions of Christian Spirituality program.
A delegation of young priests and monks from the various Eastern Orthodox Churches met Father Prior Mauritius and representatives of the Pontifical University, attended Vespers and shared dinner with the Benedictine community.
Saturday 18 January 2020, we received the sad news of the death of our dear honorary professor P. Silvano MAGGIANI OSM. Further information and more links are here.
The solemn ceremony of the public commencement of the Office of the Rector took place on Monday, 13 January. The speech and photos are here.
On 2 January, the Sant'Anselmo community celebrated 70th birthday of the Abbot Primate. AD MULTOS ANNOS!
