Here, I hope you are able to discover a glimpse of the great legacy that is ours as monks of St. Bernard — a legacy that finds its origins in the mountains of central Italy where the story of Benedictine monasticism began some 1,400 years before the founders of this monastery first came to Alabama.  Over the centuries, countless monks, consecrating themselves to seeking God through lives of prayer and work, have collectively given us the gift we cherish and live each day at St. Bernard.

This is a sacred place, where people come to direct themselves toward seeking and glorifying God in all things.  Whether in the classroom, at the altar, or in the field, the monks of St. Bernard Abbey have prayed and worked in North Alabama for over 125 years.

It's our great pleasure to share our way of life with you!