After Quakes, Norcia Monks Work to Rebuild in the Footsteps of St. Benedict
Monastery set in the hills near St. Benedict’s birthplace focuses on wisdom that is ‘always new.’
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Norcia Monks Rebuild in Spirit of St. Benedict
Norcia, the birthplace of St. Benedict, has been seriously damaged by earthquakes last year, including the basilica and monastery.
Are Italy's Earthquakes Divine Retribution?
Comments from a respected Dominican theologian that they could be punishment for legalizing same-sex unions spark debate — and strong censure from the Vatican.
Strong Earthquake Hits Norcia Destroying Basilica of St. Benedict
The town's co-cathedral was also almost flattened in the latest earthquake, the third major tremor to hit the region since August.
Norcia’s Benedictines: Recovery Under Way in Wake of Devastating Quake
The monks have retreated to two tents while the restoration of their monastery is ongoing, according to the prior of the Monastery of St. Benedict.
Pope Francis Scraps Prepared Text and Instead Leads Rosary for Victims of Italy Quake
At least 21 people have been killed and countless buried under rubble after an earthquake hit central Italy early Wednesday morning.
