MassLive

Trappist monks of St. Joseph’s Abbey to close Spencer brewery, saying ‘brewing is not a viable industry for them’

The monks of St. Joseph’s Abbey, who worked to get Spencer Brewery recognized by the International Trappist Association, announced Saturday that they’re going to let the brewery’s taps run dry. The ...
NOLA.com

Behind the scenes at St. Joseph Abbey where prayer, work and Louisiana life intertwine

I’ve always been drawn to the quiet mystery of abbeys — in books, in travel, and even here in Louisiana. Until earlier this month I had never been to St. Joseph Abbey near Covington. All I knew about ...
Paste

Spencer Brewery, the Only Trappist Abbey Brewery in the U.S., Is Closing

Sad, worrisome news to report today from a particularly difficult niche of the U.S. craft beer world, as the monks of Spencer, Massachusetts’ Spencer Brewery announced that the only Trappist brewery ...
NOLA.com

Test of faith: St. Joseph Abbey faces $3 million in flood damage

St. Joseph's Woodworks, which makes and sells caskets to the public to raise money for the abbey, was knocked out of operation, at least temporarily. Deacon Mark Coudrain, who runs the casket ...
The Advocate

Knights of Columbus raise money for St. Joseph Abbey flood relief

Knights of Columbus Council 12072 at Mary, Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Mandeville recently donated $5,000 to St. Joseph Abbey for flood relief. The usually shallow Bogue Falaya River flooded the ...