It was in early February when Wayne and I last visited St. Anthony’s Franciscan monastery in Kennebunk. If you click the link you’ll see that although it was below freezing temps, windy and under feet of snow, it was a still and quiet beauty. Now everything is green, the trails are open and all are welcome to enjoy them.
How completely disrespectful! Not just using their scared ground as a place to drink, but to trash it makes me sad and angry. I hope that this isn’t a usual occurrence. I’m happy to report that other than this one spot the grounds were unmarred.
Some very trusting ducks swam over and walked up to us expecting something. I felt bad that we didn’t have any bread or duck treats for them. Next time!
You can see and hear the moving water in the fountain here.
A rhododendron bonanza! We must return next spring when they are in bloom!
Can you spot the butterfly?
Your photos are absolutely stunning! Yes, I spotted the butterfly. 🙂 St. Michael’s prayer is a Catholic prayer, too. I assume this is an Episcopal monastery?
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No–it’s Roman Catholic! 🙂 And thank you!
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It is a magical place!!!!
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Thank you for sharing this gift of great value from this corner of the kingdom, another Kennebunk pilgrim.
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Thank you for stopping by, Kennebunk Pilgrim!
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Perhaps it is just me, but I like it better without the snow. Nice pictures, I enjoy going on these trips through your blog.
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It’s definitely not just you! I like all of Maine better when it’s green and warm. 😀 Thank you for following along on my ventures and I’m glad you are enjoying them.
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