Abiquiu, New Mexico: Monastery of Christ in the Desert
About the Monastery of Christ in the Desert:
Located about 80 miles north of Santa Fe, the Monastery of Christ in the Desert offers a glimpse of life according the the tradition of Saint Benedict.
The day begins with prayer well before sunrise and continues through the day along with work in the Monastery. With Mass, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and other devotions it offers a wonderful opportunity to get away from worldly concerns and concentrate on God.
Retreat facilities are available. These are not guided retreats, they are for personal retreats. They require a minimum stay of two days and two nights.
Occasionally groups may book rooms as well.
Traveling to the Monastery of Christ in the Desert:
Address: Christ of the Desert Monastery Abiquiu, NM 87510
GPS coordinates: 36° 22′ 43.3956” N, 106° 40′ 50.6496” W
Tel: +1 (575) 613-4232 or +1 (575) 613-4274
e-mail: cidguestmaster@christdesert.org
Click here for the official website of the Monastery of Christ in the Desert in Abiquiu, New Mexico click here.
Photos credit of Monastery of Christ in the Desert.
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