The History and Tradition of Mount Angel Abbey

In this final episode, Br. Cyril and Pat share the fascinating history of the Abbey Library, designed by famous Finnish architect Alvar Aalto and built on the side of the Abbey Hill. Hear about when Duke Ellington played music for the opening reception, the medieval manuscripts collection, and how the Library fits into the monks' charism of hospitality.

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This episode covers the changes on the Hilltop following the 2nd Vatican Council in 1962. Br. Cyril and Pat discuss changes to the liturgy, developments in the seminary, and some of the key monks during these important years.

Hear about the famous Columbus Day storm, changes to the voting structure of Benedictines, the vocation of the laity promoted by Fr. Bernard Sander, and more!

Tune in to our final episode to hear how a world class architect agreed to design the Mount Angel Abbey Library.

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This episode covers the history of Mount Angel Abbey from 1946 - 1961 during a time of massive expansion of the Catholic Church in America. Hear about how the explosive growth of the seminary, the vision of the "Builder Abbot," and an inspiring monk's awards from two Popes.

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In this second episode, Brother Cyril Drnjevic and Pat Ryan explore the years of 1929 - 1945, the Era of the "Greats." This episode covers how Mount Angel Abbey survived the Depression and World War II era, the development of seminary studies, and a surprising story about the Von Trapp Family!

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In this first episode, Brother Cyril Drnjevic, Benedictine monk and Mount Angel Abbey historian, gives host Pat Ryan an overview of the fascinating history of the Hilltop.

Learn why the Benedictine monks from Switzerland settled in the Willamette Valley, how the community recovered from devastating fires, why there is a dedicated Post Office in St. Benedict, and Brother Cyril’s favorite spot on the Hilltop!

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