Join Us for a Prayer Gathering
PRAY, REFLECT, AND ENJOY FELLOWSHIP WITH US
Jesus assures us that when people gather in His name, He is present among them. If Sister Annella’s cause for beatification and canonization is close to your heart, we invite you to join one of our prayer gatherings.
We’ll pray the Rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy for our intentions and Sister Annella’s cause. Afterward, join us for food and fellowship!
Frequently Asked Questions
About Our Prayer Gatherings
Can anyone join the prayer gatherings?
These gatherings are open to all. Whether or not you are a member of the Sister Annella Guild, you are warmly invited to participate. Everyone who desires to learn more about Sister Annella’s life, to draw inspiration from her witness, or simply to connect with a community devoted to sharing and honoring Sister Annella’s life, praying for her canonization, and offering both our personal intentions and the intentions of the Church to God is most welcome. No registration is required—just come and be part of the gathering.
When are the next events?
The 2026 prayer gathering dates are on the following Sundays:
- May 31
- June 28
- July 26
- August 23
- September 20
- October 11
At what time?
All 2026 gatherings are at 1 p.m. (CT).
Where are the events held?
Saint Benedict’s Monastery Grotto (see the map)
104 Chapel Lane, Saint Joseph, Minnesota 56374
Monastery Grounds and Cemetery Guidelines
Sister Annella’s grave is located in the private monastic cemetery of the Sisters of the Order of Saint Benedict. Visitors are asked to honor the customs of the community.
Please do not leave holy medals, rosaries, statues, keepsakes, or other items at the grave of Servant of God Annella Zervas, OSB. This helps preserve the quiet and prayerful atmosphere of the cemetery.
For everyone’s safety, please do not climb on the Crucifixion statue in the cemetery or the Our Lady of Lourdes statue in the grotto near the entrance, as these statues are not designed for climbing.
Please also note that there is no vehicle access to Servant of God Annella Zervas’s grave. Visitors should be prepared to walk approximately one to one-and-a-half blocks from the main monastery area.
SUPPORT SISTER ANNELLA’S CAUSE
Through a tax-deductible donation, you can help share Sister Annella’s story and further her path to sainthood. Thank you for joining us in promoting knowledge of this remarkable Minnesotan, who could become the first saint from both the Diocese of Crookston and the State of Minnesota. We have no doubt that her example of patient suffering will continue to inspire more and more people in the Church and the world.