Abbot ’s Reception 2021 Thursday, December 2, 2021 welcomed more than 200 friends and members of the Portsmouth Abbey community in person to the historic New York Yacht Club to celebrate the annual Abbot’s Reception. Guests greeted the Christmas season with fine food and warm spirits in the stunning Model Room of the 44th Street Clubhouse. After a welcome to all from co-host Daphne Nebergall Robbins ’04, a Christmas blessing was offered from Prior Administrator The Very Reverend Michael Brunner, O.S.B. Fr. Michael updated our guests on the successful transfer of the vow of stability for himself, as well as Fr. Edward Mazuski and Br. Sixtus Roslevich. He also shared the joyful news of Br. Benedict Maria Sagaya and the profession of his solemn vows on November 1. Each of these acts signal the invigoration and revitalization of our Monastery. Finally, Acting Headmaster Matthew Walter offered updates on the School to the attentive and eager crowd. Ravens reconnected throughout the evening while also enjoying a special slideshow featuring so many familiar Abbot Michael G. Brunner O.S.B. offers the blessing at the Abbot’s Reception 2021
campus traditions under the backdrop of a bustling and beautifully lit city. A very special thank you to each of our
Save the Date!
hosts, patrons and attendees who
Abbot’s Reception 2022
contributed to the success and
Thursday, December 1, 2022
warmth of the evening!
We hope to see you there!
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