The Benedictine Center-St. Paul Monastery

Our Charism: Benedictine Spirituality or Contemplative Spiritual Practices

Continuing the Legacy of the Sisters of St. Paul’s Monastery

Sister Virginia Matter, OSB, practiced as a spiritual director and directed retreats throughout her vocational years and pioneered the integration of contemplative practices, such as Centering Prayer and BioSpiritual Focusing, into the community offerings provided by the Benedictine Center of St. Paul’s Monastery. As Sister Virginia retires from active ministry, we are honored to continue her legacy of integrating Benedictine Spirituality and Contemplative Practices into ongoing spiritual formation.

Upcoming Events:

Introduction to BioSpirituality Workshop – Level 1: Friday, January 23, 2026: 9 am – 3 pm (in person at the Benedictine Center in St. Paul, MN)

Contact Kami Pohl at kpohl@stpaulsmonastery.org for more information or to register.

Introduction to Companioning in BioSpiritual Focusing Workshop – Level 2: Friday, June 12, 2026: 9 am – 3 pm (in person at the Benedictine Center in St. Paul, MN)

Contact Kami Pohl at kpohl@stpaulsmonastery.org for more information or to register.

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