Monastic Life at Glastonbury Abbey
Monastic life is simple, steady, and surprisingly full. At Glastonbury Abbey, the monks follow a rhythm that has carried Benedictine communities for more than fifteen centuries — a daily balance of prayer, work, and hospitality that grounds the spirit and opens the heart.
Life here is shaped by community: brothers praying together, serving together, and welcoming each person who steps onto the grounds. It’s also shaped by joy — the quiet kind that comes from living with purpose, listening for God, and finding meaning in ordinary moments.
Every monk has a story. Some arrived young, others later in life. Some came seeking clarity; others came because they felt unmistakably called. Their paths may differ, but they all find the same center: a life rooted in the Rule of St. Benedict and lived with humility, gratitude, and openness.
If you’re curious about how this life unfolds, or simply want a closer look behind the scenes, explore the videos below:
A Day in the Life of a Monk — the daily rhythm of prayer, work, and community.
The Path to Becoming a Monk — real stories of vocation, discernment, and belonging.
The Story of the Abbey — how this community began and why its mission endures.
Monastic life is ancient, but it’s also alive — and it continues to invite, welcome, and inspire all who come near it.
Curious about how a vocation unfolds? Visit our Vocations section.