The Atlas of American Orthodox Christian Monasteries was created in my capacity of the Research Coordinator for the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the USA. This book belongs to the Assembly and it is available for free download from the Assembly’s website. Drawing on extensive research, as well as fascinating stories and insider information, the Atlas offers readers:
- A scholarly introduction into traditions of Eastern Christian monasticism and a history of Orthodox monasteries in America.
- A comprehensive directory of 80 American Orthodox Christian monasteries.
- An enticing travel guide for those seeking to visit American monasteries and to “sample” monastic life.
In addition, twenty-two featured monasteries share their personal stories and offer a glimpse into the surprising spiritual appeal of monastic life in 21st century America.
150 pages of text are accompanied by four sets of color maps and more than one hundred photographs depicting everyday life in US Orthodox monasteries.
“This is a fascinating and comprehensive guide to a small but important sector of American religious life. Whether you want to know about the history and theology of Orthodox monasticism or you just want to know what to expect if you visit, the stories, maps, and directories here are invaluable.”
— Nancy T. Ammerman, Ph.D., Professor of Sociology of Religion, Boston University