St. Bishoy Monastery
Where newly ordained priests spend forty days receiving liturgical instruction and spiritual formation.
The Priests' House — St. Bishoy Monastery, Wadi El Natrun
Priestly Ministry
It is where newly ordained priests spend their first forty days immediately after receiving the grace of the priesthood.
During this period they are filled spiritually and receive instruction in the rite of the Divine Liturgy and other rites.
It also welcomes priests who wish to spend a period of spiritual retreat at the monastery.
Training & Retreat
PURPOSE
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One of the most beautiful and largest historic churches in Wadi El Natrun — foundations from the 4th century AD.
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Located on the seaward side of the historic Church. Pope Shenouda III requested to be buried there.
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Adjacent to the Shrine of Pope Shenouda III. Contains the body of Anba Sarabamoun and his priestly clothes.
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Built by King Zeno in the 5th century AD. A refuge for monks during Berber attacks with a drawbridge pulley system.
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