In 1953, the Congregation established a Generalate House in Grottaferrata near Rome. In 1970, this Generalate House was moved to a new building in Rome. The structure provided for a guesthouse ministry as well.
In 1887 the Reichenbach community transferred to Emming, Diocese of Augsburg. Later, the name St. Ottilien in honor of the shrine there was used. That same year, the sisters opened a daughter house on the Lake of Starnberg…
In 1980, in a concern for the many retiring German missionaries, the Congregation built a retirement home for returning missionaries in Tutzing. Haus St. Benedikt is home for thirty retired missionaries at any given time.
In 1914, Sisters began in Bulgaria to aid the Germans settlers by education. Later under communist regime the sisters served in the ajoining psychiatric hospital. Today the sisters do pastoral and catechical ministries.
In 1961, a community was founded in Portugal. Today, the Iberian Priory is located in Torres Novas. The Region of Angola in 2001, and the Region of Spain in 1997 are administered within the Iberian Priory.
On November 16, Sr. Joel Lee from Daegu Priory arrived in Rome for her new mission assignment. On November 21 during noon prayer the Casa community members led by M. Maoro Sye happily welcomed her into their midst. After a prayer said by M. Maoro she gave to her the Local Regulations of the Casa…
On Saturday November 9, Tutzing Priory was awarded by the diocese of Augsburg with the Laudato Si Plaque for the variety preservation garden in Wessobrunn. On a plot in Wessobrunn belonging to Tutzing Priory they have planted alongside their old apple trees new seedlings of these old types, in cooperation with the “Apple-Pear-Alps” project. This project…
On Septemeber 1, the Casa community celebrated united with the Church the Day of Creation. During the mass in the morning, the fruits of our garden were brought together with bread and wine in procession and dancing to the altar. The same fruits were donated the following day for the poor. In the afternoon, the…
On August 15, the Casa community celebrated with the whole Church the solemnity of The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. When we see the Mosaic of Santa Maria Trastevere church in Rome, how beautifully Mary’s Assumption (dormition) shows us our own destiny. Like Mary, we can look with hope to the future when we, too, will…
Presently, the Casa community is undergoing structural changes to transform the energy system to renewable energy. The work started in May after signing the contract with the firm and the architect. As first step in May the so-called lifeline and then the 225 solar panels were fixed on all roofs facing South. The second step…
On July 14, Sr. M. Paulina Kleinsteuber made her final profession in Tutzing.The holy mass was presided over by Abbot Johannes Eckert of the Abbey St. Boniface in Munich,the gospel read and interpreted by Military Dean Petra Reitz. While the assembled sisters and guests were singing the litany of the Saints,Sr. M. Paulina was…
On July 11, Abbot Primate Gregory Polan came to the Casa Community to celebrate the solemn mass and have breakfast with us. His homily reflected on the gospel Mt 19: 27-29 and ended with the promising words:And so, “What will there be for us?” In the mysteries we celebrate here, around the table of the word and the…
On Sunday July 7, the Casa Community said good bye to Sr. Eun Hye Cha, who after 4 years in Rome went back to her home priory Daegu. She looked so beautiful with the blue khanga and necklace. Many single sisters … and groups expressed their gratitude for the presence and service of Sr. Eun…
From 14 to 16 June, the Bulgarian National Youth Congress was held in the monastery of our sisters in Zarevbrod. The theme of the meeting was “The Way of Hope”. On Friday, the first groups of young people from different parishes of the three Catholic dioceses in Bulgaria began to arrive at the monastery. The…
With joy, the prioress of Tutzing Sr. Rachel Feller announces the Eucharistic Celebration with the rite of Final Profession of Sr. M. Paulina Kleinsteuber, OSB on Sunday, 14th of July, 2024. Let us unite with Tutzing Priory in prayer that Sr. M. Paulina may experience the blessing of Him, who called her.
The community of Bernried In July 2024, the community of Bernried / Germany will look back in gratitude to 75 years Missionary Benedictine presence in Bernried. On July 4, 1949, the first four sisters arrived in Bernried with a little lorry and 20 DM to start with.Already in September a first course was offered to young women in…
On Easter Monday April 1, 6 participants of the Monastic Formators’ Program visited our Casa community, one among them our Sr. Sarah Elizabeth McMahon from Norfolk Priory. After lunch and praying together Regina Caeli, there was time for encounter and exchange. Thank you for your visit andWelcome again!
On February 13, Sr. Juliana Malila from Peramiho Priory arrived as new missionary in Bulgaria. She was welcomed by Sr. Ludwig and Sr. Mary Grace at the airport… and by the whole community at the entrance of the community… and in the refectory. We thank Peramiho Priory for sending her to Bulgaria to strengthen the small communityand…
Soon Sr. Angela Park will leave Sekirovo to join the community in Zarevbrod.For this occasion the parish had a mass of thanksgiving on Sunday January 28,giving thanks to God for the gift of Sr. Angela in their parish for the last 1 1/2 years. Fr. Nedyalko with Sr. Angela After the mass, she met the parishioners.…
As every year also this year parishioners together with the sisters go from house to house in Sekirovo to bless them. The parish priest, assistant parish priest and the altar servers plan prepare together with the sisters the blessing of each house. Being with the families in their houses, bringing them the blessing of Christ,is also a chance…
TRUSTINGin the love and mercy of GotI bind myself on February 2, 2024through the temporal professionfor three yearsto Godand the community of the Missionary Benedictine Sisters of Tutzing. I ask you to accompany me with your prayer. Sr. Thekla Wagner O Lord my God, Teach me to seek you,for I cannot seek youunless you teach me,or find youunless you…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Hildetrud (Hannelore) Knoth, OSB was called home to God on October 27, 2023 in Tutzing She was born on June 13, 1932 in Frankfurt, Diocese of Limburg. She offered herself to God…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Escolastica (Albertina) Salgado Magalhâes, OSB was called home to God on October 16, 2023 in Torres Novas She was born on May 27, 1940 in Rebordoes, Diocese of Porto, Portugal. She offered herself to…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Escolastica (Albertina) Salgado Magalhâes, OSB was called home to God on October 16, 2023 in Torres Novas She was born on May 27, 1940 in Rebordoes, Diocese of Porto, Portugal. She offered herself to…
The meeting of the Young Benedictine Women of CIB was held this year in Tutzing. 18 Benedictine women met for encounter and sharing. The participants came from 6 different European countries. Speakers were Sr. Lynn McKenzie, OSB, moderator of CIB, and Sr. Mechthild Hommel, theologian and presently subprioress in Tutzing. Sr. Mechtild shared about the…
Our Sr. Nadya Ruzhina together with a team prepared and accompanied 120 youth from Bulgaria to the World Youth Day in Lisbon / Portugal, an unforgettable experience for all. It was a week full of encounters, liturgical celebrations and being together on the way. The last night was spent in the open under the sky…
As the World Youth Day 2023 was taking place in Lisabon – Portugal, our sisters in Torres Novas Priory together with the young and old were actively involved. In June 2023, the Torres Novas Priory House received the symbols of the WYD, the Cross and the icon of The Blessed Virgin Mary. Youth of…
As the Church celebrates the third World Day for Grandparents and Elderly, the Diocese of Nikopolis / Russe together with our sisters in Zarevbrod invited 150 senior citizens of the diocese to the spacious garden of the Zarevbrod convent. Yet, it were not only the elderly who came, but young alike enjoying the happy being…
Sr. Rachel Feller, who in February was installed as new Prioress of Tutzing Priory, came to Rome for the orientation by the Generalate from July 3 – 5. It was an opportunity to get to know each other better and work for a good cooperation. May God bless Tutzing Priory under the leadership of Sr.…
On Sunday May 14, the parish of Zarevbrod celebrated its Holy Mass on the plateau of Shumen. The lay faithful, sisters and Fr. Michael enjoyed the beautiful nature, God’s creation. Afterwards they had picnic together. Fr. Michael during the celebration of the Holy Mass Sr. Nadya accompanying the songs with the guitar The fire for…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Hilde (Hildegund Anna) Martin, OSB was called home to God on April 29, 2023 in Sorocaba. She was born on May 23, 1938 in Augsburg, Germany, Diocese of Augsburg . She offered herself to God…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Marita (Marita) Haarmann, OSB was called home to God on April 4, 2023 in Haus St. Benedikt / Tutzing. She was born on December 28, 1936 in Dorsten, Germany, Diocese of Münster, Germany. She offered…
On March 19, Sr. Elenice Aparecida Ferrari was elected for a second term as Prioress of Torres Novas Priory, which includes the communities in Portugal, Spain and Angola. The election was done simultaneously in Torres Novas / Portugal presided over by Sr. Lumen Gloria Dungca and in Kikolo-Luanda / Angola presided over by Sr. Vania…
On February 4 during first vespers of Sunday, Sr. Rachel Feller was installed as new prioress of Tutzing by Sr. Ruth Schönenberger, who had been delegated by M. Maoro. Sr. Ruth handing to Sr. Rachel the appointment document. The community gathered in the chapel
On the eve of the Epiphany, Fr. Philipp, OSB again blessed all our rooms. The young carol singers from the parish visited us and gratefully accepted our sweets and bank notes for children in Indonesia and around the world who, for various reasons, are at risk or have been victims of violence. We celebrated Epiphany…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Maria (Maria) Breuer, OSB was called home to God on December 10, 2022 in Tutzing. She was born on August 27, 1932 in Lünen, Germany, Diocese of Mϋnster, Germany. She offered herself to God through Temporary…
On November 19 Sr. Rachel Feller was elected Prioress of Tutzing / Germany. The election chapter was presided by Sr. Vania Maria Toscano assisted by Sr. Regina Tesch. Sr. Rachel will start her term of office in February 2023 following Sr. Ruth Schönenberger. Sr. Rachel Feller with Sr. Vania Maria Toscano Sr. Vania Maria thanked…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Maria Linus (Anna) Halene, OSB was called home to God on November 6, 2022 in Tutzing. She was born on December 2, 1931 in Ahlen, Germany, Diocese of Mϋnster, Germany. She offered herself…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Maria Markus (Helene) Zettler, OSB was called home to God on October 22, 2022 in Tutzing. She was born on February 9, 1926 in Stuttgart, Germany, Diocese of Rottenburg-Stuttgart. She offered herself to God through…
Also in Torres Novas, Portugal, the Foundation was celebrated with a festive liturgy and a special decoration in the chapel. Likewise, in our small community in Madrid / Spain Foundation Day in our small community in Madrid / Spain Sisters thanked for God’s guidance through our history,from our Founder Fr. Andreas Amrheinto our first Prioress…
After many years of reconstruction the convent building in Zarevbrod could be blessed on September 17. Holy Mass was celebrated in the garden presided by Bishop of Nikopolis, Monsignore Strahil Kavalenov, concelebrated by many priests from all over the country with the participation of around 200 people from near and far. Afterwards the Bishop blessed…
Our summer camp this year started with a 5 day music program conducted by Sr. Franziska Lehmann from Tutzing Priory. The music program was to begin on the 30th of August but already on the 29th of August Sr. Franziska, who had just arrived the same day early in the morning, was ready to meet…
On September 1, Sr. Eva-Maria Zierl ended her term as General Mission Procurator after 7 years of office. She handed over the work to Sr. Mirjam Schweiger. In a small celebration Sr. Martha Baumeister, Superior of Haus St. Benedikt, on behalf of M. Maoro Sye, handed over the appointment document to Sr. Mirjam and thanked Sr. Eva-Maria,…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Maria Wynfrith (Therese) Paukner, OSB was called home to God on August 24, 2022 in TUTZING She was born on March 26, 1928 in Vorderau, Germany, Diocese of Regensburg. She offered herself…
In the celebration of Grandparents’ Day, 07/26, the Elderly, assisted by the Social Educator, made cookies and then presented them to all the grandmothers residing at St. Benedict´s Home (Nursing Home), the Sisters were also able to taste. They were delicious! Congratulations, gifted grannies, you all worked well Our community had a moment of reflection…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Gotthelma (Maria) Zahnbrecher, OSB was called home to God on July 14, 2022 in Tutzing. She was born on January 28, 1925 in Unteraschau, Germany, Diocese of Munich-Freising. She offered herself to…
On the 25th of June, Sr. Angela, Sr. Ludwig and Sr. Tecla joined the Elderly Women Club of Zarev Brod for an excursion to the Thracian Tomb of Sveshtari near Isperih, 62 Kilometres from our town of Shumen. In a full bus of 25 people, we travelled joyfully to this famous historical location. READ MORE…
Our Oblates in Barcelona and Madrid expressed their desire to participate in the International Encounter of Benedictine Oblates, in Rome on 2023, so they requested a time of formation and preparation. Sr. Ana Maria Raca, OSB, General Secretary, was then invited to give formation on the Rule of St. Benedict, with the theme: Listening and…
Since the beginning of the war in Ukrainein February 2022 around 200,000 refugees have arrived in Bulgaria. Well-wishers, families, social and church organizations are opening their doors to Ukrainian citizens. As Benedictine sisters we have visited their center and given our donations to help especially in buying food. Sr. Nadya with Ukrainians Ukrainian children We…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Dietgard (Walburga) Dolp, OSB was called home to God on June 29, 2022 in Tutzing. She was born on December 6, 1925 in Hausen, Germany, Diocese of Diocese of …
Three Sisters of Tutzing Priory (Sr. Mechthild Hommel, Sr. Katharina Rohrmann and Sr. Veronika Sube) participated in the Assembly of the German Catholics in Stuttgart from May 25 – 29 with the theme “Share Life – Faith – Hope“. Besides many events, discussions and liturgical services most important were the many encounters,…
On a meadow above the village of Wessobrunn – the so-called “Schwesternacker” – and an area on the Klosterweide belonging to our congregation, the starting signal was given for a so-called show and conservation garden for the care and recultivation of old traditional fruit varieties.
On April 20 the team of arte.tv came to Tutzing to film for the pilot episode of the new format “Unhappy”. One day they were with Sr. Katharina Rohrmann to talk with her about aspects important for successful living, what can be helpful in dark moments and significant aspects of time and time structure.…
From February 12 to March 9, 2022, M. Maoro Sye assisted by Sr. Regina Tesch held the visitation in Tutzing Priory. They visited the three communities in the Motherhouse, Bernried and Dresden and held workshops in four groups, one in Dresden and three in the motherhouse. Community in Bernried Community in Dresden Group 1 Workshop…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Maria Georg (Waltraud) Nowottny, OSB was called home to God on February 15, 2022 in Haus St. Benedikt / Tutzing. She was born on May 21, 1929 in Breslau, Diocese of Breslau, in Germany. She…
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Angola: Sr. Vitoria and a group of children carrying firewood gathered from the field Instill environmental awareness in our students, starting from the youngest Our Aspirants together with the Sisters prepare the soil, plant, draw water from the well, water the plant, and then joy of the harvest.
Join us in USING ALTERNATIVE ENERGIES! Join us in WASTE RECOCERY, RECYCLING and RECOVERY OF GROCERIES! Join us in EFFICIENT USE OF ENERGY / ELECTRICITY ! Join us in REDUCTION OF CO²! Join us in USE Of ORGANIC PRODUKTS ! Join us in USE Of ORGANIC PRODUKTS ! Join us in ADVOCACY and PRAYER for…
Saving resources / water Adoption of renewable Energy-Installation solar panelEnergy efficiency measure
12th December was the first visitation to our parish Our Lady of Sorrows in Zarev brod by our new Bishop Strahil Kavalenov. We were the last parish to be visited by the Bishop since he assumed his office on March this year. Prior to his ordination as a Bishop, he had spent several days in…
In the midst of the Sisters and with a reduced number of guests due to corona, we were able tolook back with gratitude to a 100 years lifetime with Sr. Josefa Knab on November 18. With a lovingly designed birthday cake wecelebrated a happy birthday coffee – at whichmayor Marlene Greinwald, pastor Peter Brummerand Mr.…
From September 27 to October 7 M. Maoro Sye with Sr. Regina Tesch did the the canonical visitation in Haus St. Benedikt. It was a precious time of being together and encounter.
SR. GISELINDE (GISELA) SCHAUT , OSB “Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Giselinde (Gisela) Schaut , OSB was called home to God on September 26, 2021 in Haus St. Benedikt, Tutzing She was born on August 12, 1938…
Installation of Sr. Abraham Kang as Superior of Bulgaria On August 26, 2021 M. Maoro Sye installed Sr. Abraham Kang as new superior of Bulgaria. We thank Sr. Abraham for saying Yes and Sr. Maria Agens Cerina, who led the Bulgarian communities for the last three years. Community of Bulgaria with M.…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear SR. GUNTLINDA (Gertrud) GANSER , OSB was called home to God on August 16, 2021 in Tutzing. She was born on November 16, 1932 in Untersulmetingen, Germany, Diocese of Rottenburg. She offered…
Heavy rainfall and floods in Germany On June 21 after compline lightning and thunder started. It rattled and cracked against the windows and the quickly lowered shutters. In no time the gutters were filled with hailstones and overflowed. Roses, flowers and shrubs in the garden were broken. Later we had more cases of heavy rainfall…
Bernried celebrates 900th anniversary of the monastery On 25 July in the monastery courtyard. In beautiful weather, many people came together to give thanks for the long history of the village, which is closely linked to the foundation and development of the Augustinian Canons Regular Monastery founded in 1121. A festive gift of a special kind…
The Emmaus community in Dresden is now complete! On July 15th, Sr. Elisabeth-Magdalena Zehe will be appointed as the new superior of our Emmaus community in Dresden. With the move of Sr. Elisabeth-Magdalena Zehe and Sr. Franziska Lehmann, the Emmaus community in Dresden is now complete! + MORE DATAIL
The renewal of the oblation of our seven oblates The feast of St. Benedikt was crowned with the renewal of the oblation of our seven oblates: Lucy, Wilma, Leira Liezel, Emma, Ananie and Liza. Faithfully, without much fuss andwith kindness they care for our old and sick sisters in the infirmary, work in kitchen, laundry…
Final Profession of Sr. Nadya Petrova Ruzhina On the Solemnity of St. Benedict, Patron of Europe, Sr. Nadya Ruzhina had her final profession in Tutzing / Germany. Coming from Bulgaria she had her monastic, spiritual and professional formation in Germany being part of Tutzing Priory. Sr. Ruth Schönenberger, Prioress of Tutzing, gave her the ring…
Zarev brod community in Germany For the feast of St. Benedict this year, on July 11th as a community we were invited to Tutzing priory for the final profession of our one and only Bulgarian Sr. Nadya Ruzhina. We travelled on the 8th of July, together with the parents of Sr. Nadya and her brother.…
Laudato Si, Praise to you, My Lord! The fruits of the earth and human labor, signs of the goodness of our God!
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Sister Monika (Franziska) Brandl, OSB was called home to God on April 24, 2021 in Haus St. Benedikt/Tutzing. She was born on October 14, 1932 in Oberneukirchen, Germany. She belonged to the diocese of…
Easter Candles Display The Easter candles express God’s love and mercy, falling upon the world through Jesus Christ who is the Beginning and the End. The Cross carved on the Easter candle conveys the Paschal Journey of suffering, death and resurrection of Christ. The priory house Easter Candles were displayed, decorated by Sr. Liberata…
Sr. Letícia da Costa Alves, 50th Jubilee of Consecrated Life to the Lord Due to the lockdown, everything was very restricted, but she was granted the grace of having Holy Mass in the Community Chapel. You seduced me, Lord, and I let myself be seduced; you were too strong for me, and you prevailed.
