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| The 'Our Lady of the Philippines Monastery' is also called the 'Trappist Monastery'. It is located in Brgy. San Miguel, Jordan, Province of Guimaras. It is the only monastery of the 'Cistercians of the Strict Observance' in the Philippines. It was founded in 1972. At present, there are around 30 monks living in the monastery. |
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| The Cistercians, who were founded in France, live a life dedicated to the contemplative search for God. Cistercian monasteries are located in solitary places in the country for the sake of living more quiet and hidden lives in simplicity. |
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| The monastery in Guimaras was founded by the United States Region in 1972 and is the only men's monastery of the Order in the Philippines. The whole place is vast with a rather large church built in 1997 and a modern guesthouse with private facilities. They welcome those who wish to spend some days with them in prayer and meditation, joining in prayer at the office and mass along with the monastic community. |
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