The spring 2023 issue of Abbey Banner ponders the Paschal mystery, the heart of our Christian faith. Abbot John Klassen reflects on Saint Matthew’s use of earthquakes to frame the passion and resurrection narrative. Father Cyprian Weaver outlines the research, studies, and opposing views regarding what became of Jesus’ burial garment as he introduces the Shroud of Turin. Dr. Martin Connell presents three artistic interpretations, three theologies of what happened between Jesus’ death and his resurrection. Mr. Joseph Stangler and Mr. Joseph Luedke share their transformative experiences of service in the Benedictine Volunteer Corps. Abbey land manager Mr. John Geissler presents a few of the critters—frogs, salamanders, and even freshwater shrimp—that inhabit the vernal pools of the abbey arboretum. We also learn how abbots are elected, how to make a fabulous pie crust, meet a monk who is a terrible dinner partner, and more.
