The Brothers of St. John
We live a life of constant prayer, living in community with our brothers and ministering to those around us. Our apostolates in Denver focus on retreats, families, leadership and young people.
Who we are
Community life
We live in close-knit communities, centered on prayer and mutual support.
The habit
We wear the traditional Cistercian work habit, a sign of our commitment to poverty and simplicity.
Prayer
We spend hours in prayer each day, including Eucharistic adoration and the Liturgy of the Hours.
Teaching
A desire to know the truth in all its fullness is an essential part of our personal and common life.
The beauty of liturgy and prayer
The Divine Office
We pray the Psalms and other prayers throughout the day, following the rhythm of the liturgical seasons.
The Rosary
Our Lady's prayer is a daily staple. Reflecting on the life of Christ with her, we grow in holiness and love.
Adoration & Benediction
We spend time before the Eucharistic Lord, contemplating his face and receiving his grace. Jesus is our life and our strength.
Prayer & community
Our life of prayer is centered on the Eucharistic sacrifice, which gives us the strength to serve others and bring Christ into their lives.
Apostolates
Marriage preparation
We help engaged couples prepare for the sacrament of matrimony, sharing the beauty and wisdom of the Church's teaching.
Retreats
Regina Caeli Hermitage offers retreats and days of recollection for individuals and groups.
Home visits
We visit families in their homes, offering spiritual guidance, friendship and support in their joys and struggles.
Summer camps
Eagle Eye Ministries offers weekend and weeklong spiritual formation and recreation in the outdoors for teens and young adults.
High school chaplaincy
We serve on the campus of Mullen High School, supporting Masses and retreats with students.
Our mission and values
Evangelization. Our mission is to bring the Good News of Jesus Christ to all people, proclaiming his love and mercy.
Poverty and simplicity. We embrace detachment from worldly goods and live simply, to focus on what is truly important.
Liturgy. We love the treasury of the Church's liturgy and beautiful sacred music. We prepare carefully for Mass and worship the Trinity with reverence.
St. John. We have a special devotion to St. John the Apostle, following his example as the beloved disciple who received the Blessed Virgin Mary as his Mother.
We are deeply grateful for the grace and mercy God has shown us in calling us to this way of life. It is a life of joy and peace, even amid difficulties, because our hope is in God. We invite all who feel called to come and share our way of life, and to discern whether this is the path God is calling them to.