In 1882, trappist missionary fr franz pfanner established mariannhill monastery 16. Michael cawood green mariannhill mission press tel. This role of mary in the history of salvation has become a fundamental rule of action for those who have received the light of his son. Congregation of mariannhill missionaries wikipedia. The establishment of their monastery at mariannhill. The name shall be mariannhill famous publishing famous. For the sake of silence kindle edition by cawoodgreen. In 1882, on boxing day, he bought the farm zeekoeigat, and formed a congregation with 300 families living around the monastery. Our lady of fatima cwl visits mariannhill monastery members of the catholic womens league at our lady of fatima parish in durban north visited mariannhill monastery, with fr anthony nonso dim cmm as their guide. In 1882 prior franz pfanner of the reformed cistercians trappists intended establishing a trappist monastery and commencing the work of evangelisation among the local africans. Feb 24, 2017 mariannhill monastery, lies to the north west of the city of durban. The history of the monastery is inextricably linked with the name. Mary was the first one to raise before us jesus the light of our hearts and our lives. Bishop oswald hirmer for the sake of silence author.
Gandhis granddaughter ela gandhi, in her own words and voice, describes the affect the time gandhiji spent at mariannhill monastery in south africa had in transforming his life. Retrouvez roman legion on libyan fields, or, the story of the trappist missionaries among the zulus in natal, south africa. For the sake of silence kindle edition by cawoodgreen, michael. Our lady of fatima cwl visits mariannhill monastery the. Marys hospital with some 300 beds and a maternity section. The marianhill monastery, pinetown information wheretostay. Monks choir trial wash day, 1899 fdj84b from alamys library of millions of high resolution stock photos, illustrations and vectors. He established the mariannhill monastery and a string of outstations. In 1882 on the 26 december, trappist missionary fr franziskus pfanner established mariannhill monastery in the outskirts of the city of durban, in south africa. Jun 02, 20 monastery of the holy eucharist, marian hill, lindogan, simala, sibonga, cebu, philippines 7 duration. They speak only when necessary and idle talk is strongly discouraged even meals are usually taken in contemplative. Mariannhill the southern african catholic bishops conference. Mariannhill retreat house contact details fr urs fischer cmm the monastery po box 11095 mariannhill 3601 tel.
In 1882, trappist missionary fr franz pfanner established mariannhill monastery 16 km west of durban. Exploring the mariannhill monastery near pinetown durban. There is also a small museum housing name of the orders artfects. Benedict enjoins monks to read an edifying book in the evening, and orders strict silence after compline. Ten years later at the bidding of a south african bishop, he volunteered to start another monastery on the cape of good hope. Mariannhill is a cluster of suburbs and townships in ethekwini municipality in kwazulu natal, south africa in 1882, trappist missionary fr franz pfanner established mariannhill monastery 16 km west of durban. The mariannhill monastery has a fascinating history that gives one a sneak peak into a missionary who made world history, and today the mariannhill monastery still stands after a history of 129 years. News brief 042 mariannhill monastery tour the south. Mariannhill monastery is a haven of tranquillity the people who live and work here are friendly, and enjoy talking about the place. Pfanner promoted local development opening schools, health clinics, craft workshops, printing presses and farms providing work for hundreds of religious workers and others. Part of the yale center for british art, rare books and manuscripts repository. Mariannhill media experienced team of local web designers, developers and integrators creates responsive websites and unique digital experiences.
Mariannhill monastery a gentle space of beauty and peace. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The marianhill monastery was established in 1885, after a long search for suitable land, by father francis pfanner, an austrian monk. Mariannhill monastery a haven of tranquillity durban. Ive read this book probably 20 times and now have it on my phone so i can read it another 20 times when passing time at the doctors office or wherever. Monastery is my absolute favorite book so i was excited to find it as a kindle version.
As missionaries of mariannhill, we are tasked with the joyful work to present and deliver the light of jesus to the nations. Over the next century, the order of mariannhill established mission stations around the country and around the world. The marianhill monastery is located in marianhill on the outskirts of pinetown. This happened three years later when he laid the cornerstone for the monastery of mariannhill near durban, kwa zulunatal, which has since become a mission center known far beyond south africa. Mar 16, 2020 our lady of fatima cwl visits mariannhill monastery by asiel published march 16, 2020 updated march 9, 2020 members of the catholic womens league at our lady of fatima parish in durban north visited mariannhill monastery, with fr anthony nonso dim cmm as their guide. The suspension and resignation of franz pfanner, first abbot of. Mariannhill monastery is a haven of tranquillity nestled across the freeway alongside the bustling industrial area of westmead, pinetown.
The cloister mariannhill monastery a pictorial graham. They dont have to follow the trappist dictum that conversations should be entered into only when necessary. Trappist monks are a contemplative roman catholic religious order following the rule of st benedict, and a branch of the cistercians. The first catholic missionaries to arrive in durban found that there were already groups of traders with strong protestant ties established in the area.
The monastery was founded by trappist monks in 1882 as a catholic mission and now boasts an impressive display of architecture and design. Today the site contains a monastery and church, many workshops, as well as the sisters convents and the jabulani self help center, st. Roman legion on libyan fields, or, the story of the trappist. Highway heritage society has arranged a joint outing to mariannhill monastery details of which follow. These mobilefriendly websites are elegantly designed to provide engaging user experiences ux and are tailored to your branding and digital marketing strategy. Upon arrival there he set to work with indefatigable energy in the missionary field, and was blessed with such success that in 1885 mariannhill was erected into an abbey, and father pfanner was unanimously elected its first abbot, receiving the abbatial blessing on the third anniversary of the founding of the monastery, december 27, 1885. After 37 years in existence, the retreat center was closed on december 31, 2016.
Rowles, pinetown, kzn francis pfanner was the founder of the mariannhill monastery. History in 1882, pfanner, then prior of mariastern abbey, founded a trappist monastery in mariannhill at the invitation of bishop jolivet, omi. Maori portraits and mariannhill monastery archives at yale. In his brief history of the monastery, conrad also tells me that mariannhill had substantial impact in opposing the actions of the apartheid government in the area, particularly the execution of the group areas act.
Nov 12, 20 satyagraha tour of south africa plans to visit mariannhill monastery. Robin lamplough delves deep into the history behind the renowned mariannhill monastery and one mans determination to achieve a goal. Four years ago a book, which the author, university of kwazulunatal. Aug 03, 2018 the mariannhill monastery was established in 1885 by the trappist order of monks. Established by trappist monks on the 27th of december 1882 under the leadership of abbot francis pfanner.
Mariannhill monastery gandhis inspiration ela gandhi video. It is well worth a visit in order to get a taste of austrian and german religious architecture and church interior. Bryant, who, as fr david was the first english member of the trappist order at mariannhill, south africa. In 1885 he became abbot of the new foundation which he called mariannhill. Mariannhill primary school, 1 mamaya road, mariannhill 2020. The monastery thrived on the mission fields of natal and zululand to such an extent that the monks found it virtually impossible to fulfil the obligations of a.
Contrary to what you may have read, trappist monks dont take a vow of silence, so you can safely dispel any worries that your questions will be answered with blank stares as you wander around the monastery. Mariannhill monastery, the mother house monastery, was to become the only abbey in. How franz pfanner set up the worlds biggest monastery the. Mariannhill primary school hosted its 4th annual grade 7 prom on friday, 21. The book focuses on the beauty of the architecture, stainedglass. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages. This is probably the first english booklet recording the early work undertaken by the then fledgling trappist monastery of mariannhill. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for. Congregation of the missionaries of mariannhill catholic. Thank you to everyone who participated in the retreats. It was a great milestone as the school celebrates its 65th anniversary this year.
It grew rapidly, and by 1885 it was raised to the status of an abbey, with pfanner elected as its first abbot. This article focuses on an episode of the history of the mariannhill monastery, by far the. Mariannhill monastery, 1 monastery rd, mariannhill 2020. Mariannhill is a cluster of suburbs and townships in ethekwini municipality in kwazulu natal, south africa. Monastery of the holy eucharist, marian hill, lindogan, simala, sibonga, cebu, philippines 7 duration. He came originally from mariastern monastery in bosnia. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading for the sake of silence. Moved by the ideal of promoting the integration of the native zulu people in the white society of the transkei region, fr. Mariannhill monastery in pinetown south african homeschool.
When abbot francis pfanner arrived in south africa in 1880 noone could have anticipated the controversies he would unleash, nor the impact his work would have. Mariannhill monastery was founded in 1882 by trappist monks who created an impressive collection of architecture, craftsmanship and design. The mariannhill monastery was established in 1885 by the trappist order of monks. The success of the trappists at mariannhill monastery soon became. Pfanner belonged to the trappist order and was under an oath of silence. Over the decades, tens of thousands of people were spared the agonies of forced removals due to the intervention and firm resolve of the order. They were originally a monastery of trappist monks founded in 1882 by pfanner, but were later branched off as a separate congregation by decree of the holy see. Visitors can join a tour book ahead that delves into the history of the order and the buildings, visiting the original printing press as well as the still active woodworking workshops. Bishops house, po box 11001, mariannhill monastery, 3624, south africa phone. Beautiful frescos adorn the cathedral ceiling and light streams through stained glass windows.