Founded in 1876, Belmont was born when the Order of St. Benedict established a monastery and school on land donated by missionary priest Father Jeremiah O’Connell. To truly know Belmont Abbey, one first has to look at the role of the monks. Since its founding over a century ago, the college has been the grateful beneficiary of the monks’ “vow of stability.” According to the monastic website, the Benedictine... [Purchase this review to continue reading]