What shaped this place—and what might shape you, too.
At the heart of this monastery is a desire to live simply, grow spiritually, and follow the way of Christ—not just in belief, but in daily practice. That means combining ancient wisdom, modern insight, and personal discipline into a way of life that heals, refines, and reveals.
Here are some of the key influences that help shape this vision:
✝️ The Life and Teachings of Jesus Christ
Jesus’ words and example are the foundation. Everything else serves this. We believe that His way—of compassion, presence, sacrifice, and spiritual authority—is still fully alive and available today.
⛪ The Early Christian Church
In the Book of Acts, we see a group of believers who lived together, shared resources, prayed constantly, and experienced real transformation. That’s the kind of rhythm we’re after.
๐️ The Desert and Apocalyptic Traditions
We find inspiration in groups like the Essenes—early spiritual communities devoted to purity, simplicity, and withdrawal from corrupted culture. They remind us that it’s okay to live differently.
๐ง Meditation and Mental Training
Techniques from Christian, Buddhist, and Taoist meditation traditions help us quiet the mind and learn to observe thoughts, emotions, and internal patterns. These practices are always centered on Christ and grounded in discernment.
๐ฌ Science and the Body
We embrace knowledge from anatomy, physiology, and energy systems to better understand how the body and brain function. This helps us refine our attention, our moods, and our behavior.
๐งญ Reason and Inner Clarity
We believe spiritual life should be intelligent, not blind. Logic, questioning, and reflection are encouraged. A clear mind is a spiritual gift.
๐ Recovery and Healing
Many people arrive burdened—by addiction, religious trauma, depression, or disillusionment. The monastery is a place to rebuild. Not through escapism, but through shared rhythms, silence, accountability, and honest work.
The Goal?
To become someone who lives with integrity, presence, and spiritual strength.
To build something together that’s real.
If this stirs something in you, you might belong here.