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Evenings of Re-Creation to Focus on Seven Teachings from Saint Francis
This Summer’s Evenings of Re-Creation will focus on chapters from Murray Bodo, OFM’s book, "Surrounded by Love: Seven Teachings from Saint Francis." This year’s evenings will take place July 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29. Evenings of Re-Creation are opportunities for...
Sophia and Clare Hermitages Now Open to Adult Retreats Year Round
To support the requests from those who would like to stay with us for time away, we have now designated two hermitages, Sophia and Clare, primarily for such retreat. In the past, we had reserved those two cabins from use during the academic year if there were student...
Profiles of Karen and Mari
Read these beautiful profiles of two of our resident community members – Karen Pulaski and Mari Snyder.
“Named, Seen and Known”
Claire Fisher, SBU ’25, offers gratitude for the gift of Mt. Irenaeus.
Welcoming Pope Leo XIV
The Mountain resident community is very happy with what we are hearing about and from Pope Leo XIV.
Remembering Pope Francis
As we mourn the life of Pope Francis, our community offers reflections below, including by Br. Kevin, Karen, Fr. Bill, Mari and Mike, as well as a reflection by Fr. Dan from 2023. We at Mt. Irenaeus are so grateful for the example and teachings of Pope Francis. He...
Fireside Chat on St. Bonaventure
Three Franciscans shared their knowledge, perspectives and wisdom on St. Bonaventure, the saint, in a Fireside Chat at Mt. Irenaeus.
Br. Kevin Discusses the 2025 Jubilee Year
We invite to spend a few minutes with our guardian and animator, Kevin Kriso, ofm, as he shares a reflection about this Jubilee Year. He also talks about a famous song! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kyIvOnjkTY
Buildings and Grounds Update
Our Buildings and Grounds committee has been busy this season! Most of our buildings are 30 years old or older, and it was time for renovations. The House of Peace, Holy Peace Chapel and the Other House all received new roofs this summer after a stretch of good...
Confirmation Class Visits the Mountain
On a bright, sunny Sunday this summer, the Mountain welcomed a confirmation class from Allegany County on a retreat. The students spent the time with their teacher, the friars, Natalie and our Summer Companions Alexis and Astou. We would like to share with you...
Upcoming Events
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Mass at the Mountain – Every Sunday at 11 a.m.
May 31, 2026 @ 11:00 am - March 31, 2032 @ 12:00 pm
