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.