Greek Orthodox Monastery of the Virgin Mary the Consolatory, QC Canada construction project

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General View of Greek Orthodox Monastery of the Virgin Mary the Consolatory

About Us

Our Holy Monastery of Virgin Mary the Consolatory is the first Greek Orthodox monastery in Quebec, under the jurisdiction of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Canada. Founded in 1993 by Elder Ephraim, a disciple of Saint Joseph the Hesychast, our monastery holds a rich spiritual heritage in the Orthodox faith and monasticism. Initially established in difficult conditions, two nuns migrated from a historic monastery in Greece to transform an old farm into a place of divine devotion and tranquility.

Located in the breathtaking Laurentians, our monastery covers 235 acres of dense forest. The property, once in ruins, has been meticulously restored through the loving sacrifice and hard work of our growing sisterhood and dedicated volunteers. Today, guided by Abbess Thekla, our community of 27 nuns engages in farm-agricultural work, cheese making, and handcrafting, while warmly welcoming visitors and embracing the teachings of Christ.

Come and witness the transformed beauty of our monastery, experience the serenity it offers, and immerse yourself in our Orthodox traditions.

Help build your Monastery!

We urgently appeal for your support to complete our construction project.

Join us in building your Monastery! Together, we can create a lasting legacy for future generations.

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Vegan Fasting Products

Vegan Fasting Products

Orthodox Paschal items made and prepared by hand by the sisters of monasterevmc.org / Produits et items de Pâques faits à la main par les soeurs du monasterevmc.org

Lenten & Paschal Collection

Gift Ideas

Gift Ideas

Paschal candle with Faith over Fear - IC XC NI KA - plate emblem with keychain featuring 'Troupeau Benit' brand logo

Paschal Beeswax Candles

Pure beeswax candles made by the sisters of monasterevmc.org - Chandelles en cire d'abeille pure faites à la main par les soeurs du monasterevmc.org

Beeswax Candles

Byzantine Style Icons

Byzantine Style Icons

John 8:12

"I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life."

Saint Gregory Palamas, www.monasterevmc.org
St. Gregory Palamas

“The outward man perishes through fasting and self-control, but the more he does so, the more the inward man is renewed..."

Elder Ephraim of Arizona

“The remembrance of God is an all-powerful weapon, a mighty suit of armour against Satan and the various sins.”

The Monastery

827, chemin de la Carrière,

Brownsburg-Chatham,

Quebec, Canada

450.533.4313

450.533.1170