St. Benedict's Abbey

Atchison, Kansas is an old community with a Pretty Blue Steel bridge adorning your entry to the City on Hwy 273 from I 29. The Benedictine Abbey, Seminary, Church and Guest House, all have an old world charm to its red brick architecture. Even some roads even the roads have red brick stones. Birds singing, grounds well maintained and Majestic old trees adorn the pathways. Reverence and Solemnity Permeate the Atmosphere.

Very nice church inside. Multiple chapels inside. Open all day for prayer. Located on the Benedictine College campus. This is the main church for the students at the college. Search for St. Benedicts Church to see the original Abbey. Also located on the College campus.

What an absolutely beautiful and spiritually calming place! So much history and beautiful scenery! Wherever God leads you, walk my Faith. God Bless 💙

I have been attending retreats at the Abbey since 2012; most recently just last week. No matter whom of the brothers I have encountered, nor how badly lost or empty I felt, I have always arrived feeling most welcome, stayed feeling as if my spirituality was being rekindled and left, feeling full.

I cannot say enough good things about Saint Benedict’s Abbey guesthouse.

It is pristine, quiet, and full of love.

Thank you each and all.

Lynne

Absolutely stunning work of craftsmanship and architecture. I wish there had been a display of how the Abbey was built.

Beautiful destination. This is one of the places we visited for our anniversary get away. The campus is amazingly clean and well maintained. The Abbey itself is situated right on the Missouri river, on a bluff with an amazing view. They were recently gifted a grant to build an overlook point, just behind the abbey, that is breathtaking. We went into the abbey itself, not sure if we were welcome to look around but wanting to ask, and ran into a very helpful student that told us where we could and could not go. Because of covid, there were less places to tour, but it was still beautiful. She told us that sometimes there is someone available to take people around and explain the history of the abbey, much like a guided tour. At that time there wasn't anyone for us because we came during mass, but it sounded like a really thoughtful service for the inquiring public.

The monks are incredibly friendly, I had such a good time with them! You can tell that they take their religion very seriously but do not let it get in the way of supporting the community in many ways. Their doors are always open and they never turn away anyone.

Beautiful Abbey Church built in the mid 1960's sits on a bluff overlooking the Missouri River. Modern architecture focuses on amazing frescos. Peaceful and serene.

Absolutely beautiful. A really enjoyable tour. The monk was surprisingly quick with a funny joke, and there was no subversive religious pressure. Would def recommend.

Excellent place. Excellent curriculum. Very spacious nice and respectful staff

It is beautiful inside and out! I bring Confirmation students here for a retreat every few years and it is always amazing.

Beautiful, had a great community and this place always amazes me. I've gone many times. They have really great mass hours too.

The Monks of St. Benedict's Abbey are amazing. They embody a lived joy, humility, and hospitality that welcomes people from all walks of life into their Catholic faith.

Extraordinarily beautiful people, way of life, and church. Attend any of the daily public prayers for a simple, peaceful experience.

This place is amazing! Gorgeous. Beautiful and such a great place located on an amazing campus.

Beautiful church and grounds. Students and staff are friendly and welcome.

Great place. We appreciate the opportunity to interact and pray with the Monks!

One of my favorite places to spend some time in silence and solitude.

So beautiful. I will come back and come to.school here if god allows it

I love this place and the monks. Such a great peace in this place.