The monks work in many different ways. A special feature of Saint John's is the rich variety of work in which the monks engage. Monks are teachers of such subjects as theology, science, music, art, history, literature, and language.
Monks are plumbers, woodworkers, authors, editors, librarians, and gardeners.
Monks are administrators, such as the University's president, the Prep School's president, and the Liturgical Press' director. Some monks are ordained priests serving the campus and the Church beyond Saint John's. Almost a third of Saint John's monks work at other places. They serve as pastors of parishes, as missionaries here and abroad, as chaplains of hospitals and retirement homes, and as students working on advanced degrees. No matter where, the monk's service is one of worship and work.