Saint Meinrad Archabbey offers opportunities for young men between the ages of 20 and 40 to visit the monastery and discern a possible monastic vocation.
From time-to-time, we have discernment weekends. One such weekend coming up is August 28-30, 2026. See the flyer below for more information.
Additionally, we have young adult retreats throughout the year which can be a low-key way of checking out and discerning life at Saint Meinrad. Click this link for more information.
Reaching out to the Vocation Director: Men interested discerning a religious or monastic vocation are invited to contact the vocation director to ask questions and begin building a relationship with the monastery. Our vocation director can be contacted by telephone (812-357-6611) or by email (vocations@saintmeinrad.edu). Occasionally, there are issues with email reaching Fr. Simon. If you don't hear back from him, definitely try to call and leave a voicemail!
This website (www.saintmeinrad.org) also provides a wide range of helpful information about the life and work of the monks of Saint Meinrad.
Interested men between the ages of 20 and 40 should contact:
Fr. Simon Herrmann, OSB
Director of Monastery Vocations
Saint Meinrad Archabbey
100 Hill Drive
St. Meinrad, IN 47577
Email: vocations@saintmeinrad.edu
Phone: 812-357-6611