“Go into all the world and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.” — Matthew 28:19

Baptism at St. Moses the Black Monastery A Fountain of New Life

At the serene and sacred grounds of St. Moses the Black Orthodox Monastery, the waters of life continue to flow—renewing, restoring, and transforming hearts. Nestled in silence, prayer, and deep spiritual discipline, this monastery has become a beacon of hope for those seeking to begin anew.

A New Creation in Christ

This past weekend, a joyful echo rang through the monastery’s humble chapel walls as a new soul was baptized into the Body of Christ. With reverence and deep spiritual preparation, the candidate stood before the holy font and was immersed in the mystery of death and resurrection—symbolizing the putting away of the old self and the rising into new life in Christ.

“See now today you have been made a new creation, for behold the old self is gone and through the sacrament of Baptism, you have put on Christ. Hallelujah!”

It is not just water that flows here, but grace, love, and healing.

Transforming Lives Through the Monastic Witness

At St. Moses the Black, baptism is not simply a ritual—it’s part of a lived experience of spiritual awakening. The monastery has become a sanctuary for seekers: the broken, the burdened, the curious, and the committed. Its quiet grounds speak peace to the troubled soul. Through prayer services, spiritual guidance, and monastic hospitality, many lives are being touched in deep and lasting ways.

From hosting catechism classes to offering refuge for personal retreats, the monastery provides a space for renewal and deep encounter with God. It is in such places that lives are slowly molded—hearts softened, consciences awakened, and faith restored.

A Living Legacy of St. Moses the Black

St. Moses the Black, once a thief turned saint, reminds us that no one is beyond redemption. The monastery named after him is keeping his legacy alive—not only by teaching his story but by welcoming all who desire transformation.

Whether it’s through the solemnity of baptism or the quiet work of repentance, this sacred monastery continues to offer a path to holiness, grounded in the ancient and life-giving traditions of the Orthodox Church.


Come and See

If you are searching for peace, if you yearn for a deeper relationship with God, or if you feel the stirring of grace calling you into something more—come and see what the Lord is doing at St. Moses the Black Orthodox Monastery.

Lives are changing here. Yours can too.

Glory to God for all things.