The Monastery of Christ in the Desert Our Benedictine monastic community near Abiquiu, New Mexico, warmly welcomes you to our Abbey on the banks of the Chama River. Learn More About Our Monastery
Where is the Benedictine abbey in New Mexico?
Our Benedictine monastic community near Abiquiu, New Mexico, warmly welcomes you to our Abbey on the banks of the Chama River. August 18, 2021 – Please follow ‘Full Details’ link to read about our gradual re-opening.
Where is Christ in the desert located in New Mexico?
Location and Geography. Christ in the Desert is located in the strikingly beautiful Chama Canyon wilderness in northwestern New Mexico, about 75 miles north of Santa Fe, and about 53 miles south of Chama. We live thirteen miles down a dirt and gravel road off US route 84.
What is the drive to the monastery like?
Very nice drive on a well maintained but narrow gravel road to a monastery with a pretty little chapel located in a scenic canyon near the river. Did not get a chance to interact with the monks as we arrived mid-morning before the shop opened and after some of the morning activities.
What is the community at Christ in the desert?
The community at Christ in the Desert is comprised of men from several nations, though English is the language of the house. Christ in the Desert is located in the strikingly beautiful Chama Canyon wilderness in northwestern New Mexico, about 75 miles north of Santa Fe, and about 53 miles south of Chama.
What are the visiting hours of the monastery?
Day visitors to the Monastery are welcome daily from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Sunday Mass is at 9:15 am. The Giftshop is open during visiting hours also. We offer our prayers and greetings to all our families and friends.
Does the monastery receive any financial support from the church?
While the Monastery is an officially recognized Roman Catholic organization, it does not receive any direct financial support from the Church. We warmly invite you to explore a photo gallery that shows where we live and how we go about our monastic life. We invite you to subscribe to our newsletters to receive these directly via email.
How many eggs does the monastic monastery produce per day?
At present our flock of forty-five hens produces approximately two dozen eggs per day. We continue to welcome day visitors to the monastery, seven days a week, between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. Sunday Mass is at 9:15 am.
