Pandemic Response Team at the Mountain
We often note that the Mountain would not exist without the tremendous support and efforts of our friends who volunteer their skills and knowledge to help sustain the mission of the Mountain. When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, we once again were able to call on...
About Our Timbering Project
If you visit the Mountain in the next couple of months, you may notice more activity than you are used to, especially in the Chapel parking lot and our “back woods.” This is due to logging activity taking place. The origins of this project date back to...
Mt. Irenaeus to Welcome Guests Again
As New York State coronavirus cases continue to subside, and normal activities gradually re-open, Mt. Irenaeus is beginning to develop plans to welcome guests again.
COVID-19 Day of Prayer May 19
Dear Mountain Family, Our Minister Provincial, Kevin Mullen, ofm, and the rest of our friars’ Franciscan administration has designated Tuesday, May 19, as a day of prayer “for all who are living in the shadow of COVID-19.” We will pray for the caregivers,...
Mt. Irenaeus Temporarily Closed to Guests
In these unprecedented times, we will not be open for guests at this time. This includes those who wish to visit our land, day guests, and overnight guests.
A Mountain Companion’s Story
On the surface, it looks like an odd pairing – a 21-year-old woman who had just graduated from St. Bonaventure and was going to be commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army – and four Franciscan Friars, living in community in rural Allegany...
“Put Out Into Deeper Water …”
Paul Kline reflects on his time at the Mountain as a summer companion.
Latest Newsletter Now Available
Read our latest newsletter and learn about our Living Stones weekend.
Video: “A Friar Life”
Fr. Casey Cole, OFM, spent time with us and documented a slice of our life in his ongoing YouTube series, “A Friar Life.” Enjoy this video, Fr. Dan’s words and Fr. Casey’s stunning cinematography.


