What is st pauls abbey?

St. Paul's Abbey, also known as Abbey of the Holy Cross, is a Benedictine monastery located in the town of Newton, New Jersey, USA. The abbey was founded in 1950 and occupies a 2,000-acre property on the banks of the Paulins Kill river.

St. Paul's Abbey offers a variety of retreats and programs for both individuals and groups. The abbey includes a church, library, guest house, and retreat center, among other buildings.

The monks at St. Paul's Abbey are committed to a life of prayer, study, and work. They make a living by operating a farm, selling honey, and offering various services to the community. The abbey also supports a printing press, which publishes liturgical books and other religious texts.

St. Paul's Abbey is a member of the American-Cassinese Congregation, which is part of the Benedictine Confederation. The abbey's Benedictine values include hospitality, humility, obedience, and stewardship of the environment.