Welcome to the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land in America

At the Monastery

  • Pentecost

    At Pentecost we remember the miraculous day that the Holy Spirit descended on the Apostles. Father Jason Welle, OFM, reminds us that we have the Holy Spirit in us today! What will you do Read more >>

  • Rosaries – ON SALE NOW

    ON SALE NOW! ROSARIES From the Holy Land Hand-made by Palestinian Chrsitians $1.00 May 1 – 31 While Supplies Last Read more >>

In the Holy Land

  • Renewable Energy improves the lives of Palestinian communities

    Israeli-Palestinian UN NGO improves the quality of life of the communities of farmers and shepherds south of Hebron. Thanks to solar power and wind turbines, the production of milk and cheese, increase the profits Read more >>

  • The Ascension: point of contact between Heaven and Earth

    The Christians of the Holy Land kept vigil for the Ascension of Jesus: on the Mount of Olives, among the tents that will welcome the faithful during the night services held in several languages, Read more >>


When you support the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land in America, you support an historical landmark and an oasis of peace in the middle of busy Washington, D.C. But your support does so much more. Your support provides assistance to Christians in the Holy Land. You allow Christianity to remain and thrive in the Holy Land. Support us today.