The Monastery Of The Ascension is a community of fifteen Benedictine monks which has been in Southern Idaho since 1965. We live a life of prayer, work and reading accordng to the Rule of St. Benedict and try to serve the Catholic Church and the people of southern Idaho through various ministries which include parochial work, retreats, teaching and scholarship, ecumenical activities, counseling and spiritual direction, and social service.

Our Monastic Community
Br. David Cobos, OSB

Br. Jay Pettinato

Br. Jay came to th monastery in February 2008 from Palm Desert, CA. He was born in Joliet, IL., June 3, 1940. He attended eight years of Catholic grade school, followed by four years at Mount Carmel High School. He attended college for two years, majoring in business. He hopes to be able to assist people dealing with problematic family situations, divorce, alcohol and bereavement.

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The Monastery Of The Ascension
541 East–100 South
Jerome, ID 83338
208-324-2377

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