Make plans to attend the 2011 Crèche Festival in Nov. & Dec.
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"Concocted with just the right blend of tanginess, tartness, and sweetness, this versatile fruit juice syrup is the perfect topper to roasted pork loin, grilled duck breast, brie, and yes, even waffles, pound cake, and lemon sorbet."
Combing the historical significance of the Christmas Nativity with the diversity of cultures and artists that have interpreted it through the ages, "Finding Bethlehem" guides you thoughtful commentaries of theologians and collectors alike, to artist statements and the voices of "behind-thes-scenes" participants in the Festival, the book explores the spiritual and artistic meaning of the Nativity.
Charleston City Paper: Saintly Shrooms
The monks of Mepkin master the art of farming fungi. A new article from our friends at Charleston City Paper. Read it here.
Forbes: Business Secrets of Trappists
Augie Turak with Fr. Christian and Br. John
Mepkin’s close friend Augie Turak has made Forbes magazine with a 4-part article featuring Mepkin Abbey. Read the article.
Read More »Associated Press Video on the Monks of Mepkin
Familiar sights and sounds from Mepkin Abbey
This short slideshow done by the Associated Press features the familiar sights and sounds of life at Mepkin Abbey, and a commentary from Abbot Stan. See Video
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