Abbot’s Reception 2021

Abbot Michael G. Brunner O.S.B. offers the blessing at the 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 campus traditions under the backdrop of a bustling and beautifully lit city.

A very special thank you to each of our hosts, patrons and attendees who contributed to the success and warmth of the evening!

Save the Date! Abbot’s Reception 2022

Thursday, December 1, 2022

We hope to see you there!

Tim Flanigan ’75 P’06 ’09 ’11 ’19, Michael Garvin, and Br. Sixtus Roslevich Amber Heikens, Bobbie Savoie ’10, and faculty members Clarence Chenoweth and Elliott Moffie

Stephanie Earp ’02, Ron Lagman ’99 and wife Helen, Tom Earp ’99 Brandt Matthews ’16, Anjli Patel ’16, and Maddie O’Shea ’16

Cliff Hobbins P’09 ‘16 holds master class with (left to right), Erin Behnke P’12 ’15 ’19, Chris Abbate ’88 P’20 ’23, Jeremy Healey ’91 P’21 ’24, Meg Healey P’91 GP’19 ’21 ‘24, Tom Healey ’60 P’91 GP’19 ’21 ’24 and guest