On September 28, 2026, St. Michael’s Abbey celebrated the Solemn Abbatial Blessing of the Right Reverend John Caronan, O.Praem., third Abbot of St. Michael’s Abbey.

The Solemn Pontifical Mass of the Abbatial Blessing was celebrated by His Eminence Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke in the presence of bishops, abbots, priests, religious, and faithful gathered for this historic occasion in the life of our Norbertine community.

Rooted in the ancient traditions of the Church, the Abbatial Blessing marks the beginning of a new chapter in the life of our abbey, as Father Abbot John assumes his responsibility as spiritual father and shepherd of our community.

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For generations, the Norbertine canons of St. Michael’s Abbey have dedicated their lives to the solemn worship of Almighty God, the common life, and the service of souls.

We invite you to join the Abbot’s Circle, our community of monthly benefactors whose generosity sustains the daily life of our abbey, the formation of future priests, and our apostolic mission.

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May God bless you for your prayers and generosity.

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