Saint-Benoît Priory - Montmartre Hill (Paris)
The birthplace of the Congregation of the Benedictine Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Montmartre, Saint-Benoît Priory, located just behind the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, welcomed the sisters of the emerging community in 1898.
Today, the sisters continue their mission of prayer and intercession for the world, in the spirit of the Benedictine tradition, that is, following the Rule of Saint Benedict.
An oasis of silence and calm, Saint-Benoît Priory welcomes all those wishing to share the prayer life and adoration of the sisters, in the very heart of Paris.
Retreats organized by the community
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In the heart of Montmartre: Saint-Benoît Priory
The Priory is located in Paris, at the top of Montmartre Hill, just behind the Sacré-Cœur Basilica. Very close to the Carmel, it offers a setting of peace and silence in the heart of a picturesque and touristy neighborhood.
During the construction of the Basilica of Montmartre, Adèle Garnier received, at the end of the 19th century, the intuition to link the devotion to the Sacred Heart and Eucharistic adoration, as well as to found a religious community. The Congregation of the Adorers of the Sacred Heart of Montmartre was thus born on March 4, 1898.
The Congregation of the Benedictine Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Montmartre
The charism of the Congregation of the Benedictine Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Montmartre is part of the spiritual movement that led to the construction of the Sacré-Cœur Basilica of Montmartre.
In the spirit of this place, the Sisters seek to live in fraternal community and are open to welcoming all those who are drawn here. They are established in different sanctuaries in France to live out this charism, particularly that of Montmartre!
The community of Saint-Benoît Priory is composed of about a dozen sisters. Their primary mission is prayer lived through the Liturgy of the Hours and Eucharistic adoration. They love to have all those who come to find renewal at the priory participate, and offer those who wish it an introduction to Adoration prayer, to lectio divina ...
They are eager to share with those they welcome the family spirit that animates their community, according to the Benedictine tradition.
What to expect during your stay
A unique guest house welcoming various retreats
The priory welcomes you to experience a spiritual retreat alone or with friends in a fraternal atmosphere.
Retreats are organized for families, for young people, or for everyone based on a theme: liturgical seasons, lectio divina... Students are welcome to study for their exams in a peaceful place conducive to work. Priests and consecrated persons can also find here a retreat location in the heart of Paris.
A sister can accompany you throughout your stay! Finally, you can also come for the day, pray in the chapel and participate in the community's prayer!
What awaits you during a retreat at Saint-Benoît Priory
You will find during a stay at the priory:
- Accommodation capacity of 35 rooms (including 2 reserved for wheelchair access);
- A reading room;
- A tea room;
- Several meeting rooms;
- A small garden.
...and of course the Chapel, the heart of the priory, always accessible to retreatants.
Guests share meals in the refectory served by a sister and may help with the dishes.
Geography and activities
The perfect place to gain perspective on Montmartre Hill
The Priory is located in Paris, at the top of Montmartre Hill, behind the Sacré-Cœur Basilica. The proximity to the Basilica allows you to go there to receive the sacrament of Reconciliation, participate in Eucharistic adoration during the day, or attend Mass.
Very close to the Carmel, it is an island of peace and silence in the heart of a picturesque and touristy neighborhood.
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