Order of St Helena Episcopal
North Augusta, South Carolina
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About Order of St Helena Episcopal
The Order of Saint Helena is a monastic community for women in the Episcopal Church located in North Augusta, South Carolina. The community consists of lay and ordained women living together under vows of monastic poverty, celibate chastity, and obedience to God, with roots in the Benedictine tradition. The sisters are committed to showing forth the love of Christ through prayer, hospitality, and service while striving to grow in diversity and inclusivity. The order is known for its pioneering work in inclusive liturgical language, the ordination of women, and creative approaches to contemporary monastic life. Visitors are warmly welcomed to the grounds, chapel services, meals, and overnight stays in the Bethany Guest House, which operates two weekends per month with guest rooms, full kitchen access, and optional spiritual direction.
First-Time Visitor Info for Order of St Helena Episcopal
Dress Code: A fragrance-free environment is maintained; guests should refrain from scented products including perfume, cologne, and scented personal care items. Service Format: Chapel services are offered daily at various times including Morning Prayer (Matins), Midday Prayer (Diurnum), Evening Prayer (Vespers), Nighttime Prayer (Compline), and Holy Eucharist on select days; no services are held on Mondays or Tuesdays. Visitor Tips: The convent and guest house are intentional spaces of quiet to allow space for the Holy Spirit; overnight stays require advance reservation and a suggested donation of $80 per night including meals; smoking, vaping, alcohol, and drug use are not permitted on the property.
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