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Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 1d

South Spencer County 5th Graders visited Saint Meinrad on October 2. The tour was sponsored by the Spencer County Historical Society. The 80 students were rom Rockport Elementary and Luce Elementary. he tour groups visited the Archabbey Church, Chapter Room and Library/Archives.

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Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 1d

Saint Meinrad is seeking an Assistant Director of Music to help lead and inspire through sacred song. To apply, please send a CV and any supporting materials that demonstrate your aptitude to [email protected].

Learn more about this position at www.saintmeinrad.edu/jobs.

Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 2d

"Silence needs room to grow in us—we need to allow time for quiet reflection and prayer."
https://www.saintmeinrad.edu/seminary-blog/echoes-from-the-bell-tower/silence-needs-room-to-grow/

Silence Needs Room to Grow

Silence needs room to grow in us...

www.saintmeinrad.edu

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Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 2d

Join our mission of faith and service. We are hiring an Associate Director of Annual Giving to help grow and strengthen donor relationships that support the mission of Saint Meinrad. Learn more and apply today at www.saintmeinrad.org/jobs.

Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 3d

On October 3, 2025, the Saint Meinrad Institute for Sacred Music presented “Hearing Heaven: The Sound(s) of the Sacred and the Secular.” This concert examined four primary ways in which music has traditionally been considered sacred.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQKHTdm9dMc

Hearing Heaven: The Sound(s) of the Sacred and the Secular

YouTube video by Saint Meinrad Archabbey

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Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 4d

The OBOC College Ministerial Internship Program (CMIP) is now accepting applications. CMIP offers a supportive environment to grow and discover your gifts.
Apply today and take the next step in your journey of faith and service. Apply today: https://forms.gle/cSRoLkYiLWd1WRBS8

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Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 4d

Our "On the Hill" newsletter is a great way to keep up with the happenings at Saint Meinrad.
https://www.saintmeinrad.edu/connect-with-us/on-the-hill/

On the Hill

The quarterly newsletter of Saint Meinrad.

www.saintmeinrad.edu

Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 5d

We were pleased to welcome Dr. Garrido to the Hill for the annual John S. and Virginia Marten Lecture and Workshop in Homiletics last week.
https://www.anngarrido.com/index.php/node/314

The Hospitality of Meinrad | Ann Garrido

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Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 5d

Thanks to all who participated and volunteered during the On the Hill 5K last Saturday. It was a beautiful morning to run around the Saint Meinrad campus. For more photos, visit: https://saint-meinrad.smugmug.com/Wellness/On-the-Hill-5K-2025.

Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 9d

"Loving God and loving neighbor is precisely how we love ourselves well. And we must love ourselves, not in a selfish or egoistic way, but as God loves us, by accepting oneself as one is..."
https://www.saintmeinrad.edu/seminary-blog/echoes-from-the-bell-tower/tools-for-peace/

Tools for Peace

Love your neighbor as yourself…never give a hollow greeting of peace…

www.saintmeinrad.edu

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Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 11d

We’re already counting down the days until “One Bread, One Cup” 2026 — and we can’t wait to welcome you!

Group registration is officially open. Register your group on our website: https://www.saintmeinrad.edu/youth/summer-conferences/

Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 16d

"I believe that St. Benedict's commitment to truth reflects something as vital for us today as it was in his day."
https://www.saintmeinrad.edu/seminary-blog/echoes-from-the-bell-tower/respect-for-the-truth/

Respect for the Truth

Respect for the truth is fundamental to the Christian character.

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Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 18d

What makes the College Ministerial Internship Program (CMIP) unique? Interns live in an intentional Christian community at a Benedictine monastery, and serve as staff, catechists, and leaders during “One Bread, One Cup”. Apply now: https://www.saintmeinrad.edu/youth/college-internships/

Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 22d

"Rest well, dear friend. You have earned it. And be sure of this: you will look very stylish in your gleaming white robe!"
https://www.saintmeinrad.edu/seminary-blog/echoes-from-the-bell-tower/remembering-fr-louis-mulcahy-osb/

Remembering Fr. Louis Mulcahy, OSB

The remembrance for Fr. Louis Mulcahy, OSB, given by Fr. Tobias Colgan, OSB, at the Office of the Dead on August 27.

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Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 23d

We’re Hiring an Administrative and Communications Coordinator to support the Children’s Revival of Participation at Sunday Mass.

If you’re ready to make a difference with your skills, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today at: www.saintmeinrad.org/jobs.

Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 24d

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Cultural Events will present The Oberlin Trio on September 26, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. Central Time, in the St. Bede Theater.
www.saintmeinrad.edu/news?story=1...

The Oberlin Trio is set to perform on September 26

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Cultural Events will present The Oberlin Trio on September 26, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.

www.saintmeinrad.edu

Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 25d

Don’t miss out! Group registration for OBOC 2026 is OPEN, and reservations are already filling fast!
Bring your group and dive into an unforgettable summer of faith, fellowship, and liturgy. https://www.saintmeinrad.edu/youth/summer-conferences/

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Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 26d

Checkout the online edition of the summer issue of "On the Hill", our quarterly print newsletter, and keep with the happenings at Saint Meinrad.
https://www.saintmeinrad.edu/connect-with-us/on-the-hill/

On the Hill

The quarterly newsletter of Saint Meinrad.

www.saintmeinrad.edu

Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · 29d

"Disagreements and conflicts among persons are not a problem, but an obstinate 'need to be right no matter what' is a serious problem for a community."
https://saintmeinrad.edu/seminary-blog/echoes-from-the-bell-tower/let-mercy-triumph-over-judgement/

Let Mercy Triumph Over Judgement

When we fail to respect others, fixating on our own need for “preeminence,” we pour acid on the bonds that unite us.

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Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · Sep 11

Fr. Damian was our confrere who died in 2016. In 2015 he was named a Sagamore of the Wabash, the highest honor bestowed by the Governor of Indiana for distinguished service to the state.

https://www.therepublic.com/2025/09/05/father-damian-schmelz-a-moral-compass-for-natural-resources/

Brandon Butler: Father Damian Schmelz was a moral compass for natural resources - The Republic News

Father Damian Schmelz was an inspiring conservationist. Our introduction was an interview for an Outdoor Indiana article I wrote while working for the Indiana DNR back in 2009. He was a Benedictine monk of St. Meinrad Archabbey, a Ph.D. plant ecologist,...

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Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · Sep 9

Exciting News!

Applications for the College Ministerial Internship Program (CMIP) are now OPEN! Consider spending your summer being supported in an intentional Catholic community and trained in ministry at Saint Meinrad Archabbey.

Apply today: https://forms.gle/sUA9HH9mbbiAsJuB9

Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · Sep 5

A great profile about one of our seminarians from the Diocese of Evansville.
https://evdiomessage.org/leaning-on-providence/

Leaning on Providence

By Nathan Folz Home parish: Good Shepherd Parish, Evansville Education: St. Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, Class of 2027 Saint: St. Mother Theodore Guerin Editor’s Note: This year, Diocesan ...

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Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · Sep 5

"St. Benedict’s invitation to strive for 'perfection' is a call to excellence. It requires diligence, hard work, and staying alert, but the first thing required is 'showing up'."
https://www.saintmeinrad.edu/seminary-blog/echoes-from-the-bell-tower/building-perfection/

Building Perfection

St. Benedict’s invitation to strive for “perfection” is a call to excellence.

www.saintmeinrad.edu

Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · Sep 3

It’s time! Group Registration for OBOC 2026 is open! Register early and start preparing for an inspiring OBOC pilgrimage with the high school youth of your parish. For more information and to register your group, check out our website: https://bit.ly/426a0h0

Saint Meinrad @saintmeinrad.bsky.social · Aug 29

The Florida Catholic newspaper in Orlando published this article about the Church of the Epiphany's visit to OBOC.
https://www.thefloridacatholic.org/dioceses/orlando/one-bread-one-cup-transform-youth-into-liturgical-ministers/article_b9eee179-52b6-4162-831b-bde88d629fdd.html

One Bread, One Cup transform youth into liturgical ministers

PORT ORANGE | A recent issue of the Church of the Epiphany’s Sunday bulletin allocated an entire, four-page section to telling of the spirit-filled adventure experienced by 10 Epiphany teens

www.thefloridacatholic.org

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