On August 18, 2024, Br. Kolbe and Br. Nathaniel made their temporary profession (three years) to the monastic life at Our Lady of Dallas. We are so blessed to have these brothers continue among us! In addition to continuing their formation for the priesthood, they will begin teaching part time at the school.

In addition, Br. Nivard, a Cistercian from Zirc, our motherhouse in Hungary, also renewed his temporary profession in the presence of Abbot Peter. Br. Nivard will live with us for at least a year or two and continue his own formation through classes at the University of Dallas. Despite his youth, Br. Nivard is an incredible historian and knows so much about the Cistercian Congregation of Zirc – even Abbot Denis used to defer to his judgment on such topics! His knowledge and friendship will be a great gift to our community.