The Order of the Holy Cross is a religious community within the Anglican tradition, founded in 1884 as a monastic order. The community follows a strict rule of life, which includes vows of poverty, celibacy, and obedience. Its members are known as monks and live in a monastery under the authority of an abbot.
The primary purpose of the Order of the Holy Cross is to seek and serve God through a life of prayer, contemplation, and worship. The monks lead a disciplined life of devotion, observing a rigorous schedule of daily prayer, including the recitation of the Divine Office and participation in the Eucharist.
In addition to their commitment to prayer, members of the Order engage in various ministries and works of service, drawing from their spirituality and living out their charism. They often engage in pastoral care, spiritual direction, and retreat ministries, providing spiritual support to individuals and communities.
The Order of the Holy Cross embodies the Benedictine tradition and strives to express its values in contemporary society. The monks are dedicated to fostering Christian unity, ecumenical dialogue, and reconciliation among all people. They also emphasize the importance of justice, peace, and care for creation.
The Order welcomes individuals who feel called to monastic life and are committed to seeking God through a disciplined and dedicated life of prayer, service, and community.
