SALESIAN MONASTIC COMMUNITY
420 Frantz Road Salesian Monastery, Brodheadsville, PA 183227722 www.gentlestrength.org

Total Revenue
$134,372
Total Expenses
$49,662
Net Assets
$949,529

Organizations Filed Purposes: The purpose of this organization is to live the monastic life in the Catholic Christian tradition, according to the spirit of Saints Francis de Sales and Jane de Chantal. People from all walks of life are welcome here for retreat, to join in prayer, or to be ministered to. The work of a can be anything done in obedience and not in conflict with the rhythm of monastic life, e.g., spiritual direction, pastoral counseling, retreat work, cooking, keeping the monastery in good repair, etc. The monastery claims all powers provided for in the law for domestic non-profit corporations in order to carry out these purposes as stated. The monastery lives in the spirit of the code of canon law of the Roman Catholic Church and of Vatican Council II.

Live vowed Catholic Christian monastic life. Outreach to sick and poor through natural healthcare, clinical psychology, spiritual and educational programs. and pastoral care. Provide spiritual and educational materials to others and welcome guests. Foster interfaith and general mutual respect, especially the removal of prejudice in any of its forms.

Interfaith Programs: A full-time monastic welcomed clients, patients, and guests. Spiritual direction, meditation training, liturgical services, and occasional meals were also provided. (This totaled approximately 170 sessions one-to-one or virtually.)

Health care delivery: Approx. 1,230 one-hour sessions of pastoral care, including psychological care, natural health care, disability, pre-surgical evaluations, and spiritual counseling were provided. (Approx. 45% with reduced or no remuneration, including numerous phone consults and written reports provided at no cost.)

Spiritual Media Programs: Spiritual books, meditation CDs, personalized recordings, and booklets provided here as well as made available through the mail to approx. 275 people (includes repeat orders and free materials). Offered workshops and retreats at various locations.

Executives Listed on Filing

Total Salary includes financial earnings, benefits, and all related organization earnings listed on tax filing

NameTitleHours Per WeekTotal Salary
Brother Bernard SeifAbbot60$0

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