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What's in a name?
O.SS.T.
Ordo Sanctissimae Theotokos
A Religious Order of the One Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church
"A Monastery Without Walls"
O.SS.T. or OSST
Latin: (of the) Ordo (or Ordinis) Sanctissimae (or Sanctissimi) Maria Mater Dei
English: Order of the Most Holy Mary Mother of God
O = Ordo in Latin or Order in English
SS = Sanctissimae in Latin or Most Holy in English
T = Theotokos in Greek or God-bearer in English (Note: We prefer to promote devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary under her special Orthodox Church title, the Theotokos.)
Order of the Most Holy Mary Theotokos
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Ordo Sanctissimae Theotokos
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"Benedictines of Mary, Old Catholic Marianists"
Authentic Benedictine/Marianist Monasticism since 2009
Have you considered a monastic vocation? If so, find out if our monastery without walls is right for you. For more information visit our Contact Us page and leave a message.
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If you are looking for a Monastic Order combining the Catholic faith in all of its fullness and integrity, and a community built on friendship and shared values...
The Order of the Most Holy Mary Theotokos is the place for you.