As previously mentioned, the altar is made of white granite from Vermont. It is used whenever the Abbot presides at a liturgical ceremony. The Abbot is the spiritual head of the monastery. On either side of the Abbot's chair the choir stalls stretch out like arms around the altar. Psalms and prayers in praise of God are recited and sung here every day.
Visitors are most welcome to join the monastic community for all liturgical celebrations.
Looking to the exterior walls of the church, you will see grey square blocks of granite with a cross. They serve as a visible reminder that this building has been solemnly dedicated to God. On the anniversary of the dedication of the church, which is observed on October 24, candles are placed on these stones to mark this annual celebration. It was designed by the late Branislaw Bak, a former member of the art department of Saint John's University. Several monks and students assisted Mr. Bak in the execution of the design.