Tag: Trappist
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Kopua Monastery: Inside New Zealand’s only Trappist community
Introduction: A quiet, enduring presence In the rolling countryside of New Zealand, a small and resilient community keeps a centuries-old tradition alive at Kopua Monastery. It is the country’s only Trappist monastery, a place where silence, work, and prayer shape daily life. The story of Kopua is not just about vows and cloistered routines; it…
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Kopua Monastery: Inside New Zealand’s Only Trappist Community
Introduction: A Unique Trappist Presence in New Zealand Nestled in a rural corner of New Zealand, Kopua Monastery stands as the country’s sole Trappist community. The order’s distinctive blend of silence, prayer, and manual labor has shaped a way of life that continues to draw interest from visitors, historians, and the faithful alike. This is…