St. Joseph's Abbey: Spencer, Massachusetts
St. Joseph's Abbey is a monastery of the Catholic Order of Cistercians of the Strict Observance (O.C.S.O.), popularly known as the "Trappists", located in Spencer, Massachusetts.
The Abbey was founded in 1950 by Belgian and French Trappist monks from the Monastery of Our Lady of the Valley in Valley Falls, Rhode Island, which had burned to the ground. In the rustic hills of central New England, they established a new home in which to follow an age-old contemplative way of life.
The monastery became known internationally as the origin of the Centering Prayer movement, whose leading proponents were monks at the monastery: Fr. William Meninger, Fr. M. Basil Pennington and Fr. Thomas Keating.
Work has always been greatly esteemed in the Cistercian tradition, since it gives the monks the opportunity to follow in Christ' footsteps and share in His Divine work of creation and restoration. The monks participate in three major industries which provide for their livelihood and for the care of the poor. Since the 1950s, they have produced Trappist Preserves, their popular line of 30 flavors of jams and jellies. Since 1949, The Holy Rood Guild has created beautiful, finely-tailored liturgical vestments to enhance the dignity of the Sacred Liturgy. In 2014, with the advice and assistance of their brother Trappists in Belgium, the monks founded Spencer Brewery, producing the first and only certified Trappist beer made in the United States.
TRAPPIST PRESERVES BESTSELLERS include Apricot Preserve, Blackberry Seedless Jam, Blueberry Preserve, Cherry Preserve, Concord Grape Jelly, Damson Plum Jam, Peach Preserve, Red Raspberry Seedless Jam, and Strawberry Preserve.
TRAPPIST PRESERVES FAVORITES include Apricot-Pineapple Preserve, Boysenberry Seedless Jam, Cranberry Conserve, Elderberry Jelly, Lemon Marmalade, Red Currant Jelly, Red Raspberry Jam (with seeds), Rhubarb-Strawberry Preserve and Sweet Orange Marmalade.
TRAPPIST PRESERVES SPECIAL FLAVORS include 3 wine jellies (Burgundy Wine Jelly, Port Wine Jelly and Sherry Wine Jelly), 3 pepper jellies (Hot Pepper Jelly, Cranberry Pepper Jelly and Mango Pepper Jelly) plus Ginger Preserve, Kadota Fig Preserve, Quince Jelly and Rhubarb-Orange Conserve
We ship Trappist Preserves with custom packaging so that each jar arrives safely.
Useful Definitions. . .
JAMS are made from puréed fruit
JELLIES are made from fruit juice
MARMALADES include peel
PRESERVES are made from the whole fruit
CONSERVES are made from whole fruit; raisins & nuts may be added
(c) All images and descriptions of Trappist Preserves and St. Joseph's Abbey on this website are used by permission.
TRAPPIST PRESERVES FAVORITES include Apricot-Pineapple Preserve, Boysenberry Seedless Jam, Cranberry Conserve, Elderberry Jelly, Lemon Marmalade, Red Currant Jelly, Red Raspberry Jam (with seeds), Rhubarb-Strawberry Preserve and Sweet Orange Marmalade.
TRAPPIST PRESERVES SPECIAL FLAVORS include 3 wine jellies (Burgundy Wine Jelly, Port Wine Jelly and Sherry Wine Jelly), 3 pepper jellies (Hot Pepper Jelly, Cranberry Pepper Jelly and Mango Pepper Jelly) plus Ginger Preserve, Kadota Fig Preserve, Quince Jelly and Rhubarb-Orange Conserve
We ship Trappist Preserves with custom packaging so that each jar arrives safely.
Useful Definitions. . .
JAMS are made from puréed fruit
JELLIES are made from fruit juice
MARMALADES include peel
PRESERVES are made from the whole fruit
CONSERVES are made from whole fruit; raisins & nuts may be added
(c) All images and descriptions of Trappist Preserves and St. Joseph's Abbey on this website are used by permission.
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Delicious!
Sep 25, 2023 | By PaulaThe jams and preserves were scrumptious. My family really enjoyed them! Thank you!
Paula
Great Preserves
Sep 25, 2023 | By Reba Jodi V.My husband and I really love the blueberry preserves. Loaded with blueberries and not too sweet. I wish we could buy it locally but can't find it in our area. The shipping charge always causes me to pause before ordering. However, that said, the packaging is excellent, and no worries about damaged goods upon receipt. If I wait for a sale, it takes some of the sting out of the shipping charge.
Reba Jodi V.
Blueberry Preserves
Sep 25, 2023 | By Barbara M.Trappist Blueberry Preserves are the very best I've ever had.
Barbara M.
Boysenberry Seedless Jam
Sep 15, 2023 | By Mary M.Absolutely the best boysenberry jam around. My stockpile is getting low. Please get more in stock soon!
Mary M.
Best Peach Preserves
Sep 6, 2023 | By S. A.Over the years I tried several peach preserves. However, when I discovered Trappist Peach Preserves in one of my local stores I finally found the best one. Unfortunately, my local store no longer carries Trappist Preserves, but not a problem since I now order Peach as well as my other Trappist favourites directly from Monastary. Every variety of Trappist preserves and jelly's I order are fantastic and have been happy with each and every one. Ingredients are perfect and when shipped from Monastary, the secure packaging cannot be beat each and every jar is very well protected. In short, you would not be disappointed in the product or the supplier, both are definitely winners.
S. A.
Great Preserves
Aug 31, 2023 | By opal h.I will order more they were great
opal h.
Delicious Preserves and Jams
Aug 23, 2023 | By Terri O.Having tried a number of the Trappist preserves, I purchased a variety of preserves and jams to give as gifts. Each "flavor" is truly delicious and a welcome present!
Terri O.
Jams!
Aug 23, 2023 | By Daniel S.Best jams ever!
Daniel S.
Yum! Yum!
Aug 22, 2023 | By Stewart W.From time to time, I order a selection of different flavors and products. I don't buy these at grocery stores It is great to try some different products as well as choosing favorites. There are some products I have found no where else. Thank you!
Stewart W.
Tasty Jams
Aug 22, 2023 | By Helen B.Loved every one of these jams from Monastery Greetings.
Helen B.
Outstanding!!!
Aug 22, 2023 | By Mary EllenYour jams and jellies remind me of what my grandmother used to make. The lemon marmalade is like no other, outstanding !!
Mary Ellen
Delicious!
Aug 21, 2023 | By Carole C.I have ordered from Monastery Greetings for a number of years and have always been very pleased. I tried a new flavor this time, Damson Plum, and it has become another favorite. I will be ordering it again for sure!
Carole C.
Jams, Jellies and Preserves
Aug 21, 2023 | By Judy L.Excellent products. Highly recommend.
Judy L.
Concord Grape Jelly
Aug 21, 2023 | By Julian C.This is the absolute BEST jelly I have ever had!!!
Julian C.
Great products
Aug 21, 2023 | By MonicaI love ginger preserves on my scones. I also bought red raspberry preserves and a strawberry rhubarb and gave those as gifts. Everything was very good and arrived in a very speedy time frame. Glad I found Trappist since the ginger is not carried in the stores around me
Monica
The BEST
Aug 19, 2023 | By LyndaTrappist Bosenberry Jam is top notch!
Please make more soon. I need my fix!
Lynda
4 Favorites
Aug 12, 2023 | By KevinThese products are great. Personal favorite on toast: elderberry, not overly sweet. Seedless red raspberry, a dollop in Icelandic plain yogurt with dark chocolate (80%) shavings, breakfast. Orange marmalade conserve on a biscuit with hot chicken, dinner. The Lemon marmalade on bread with some hot pepper pieces, out of the park! Thanks monks.
Kevin
RED current jelly
Aug 8, 2023 | By Dorothea B.I love the red current jelly I've been buying for more than a few years. Nothing else gives me the feeling of sitting in my grandmother's kitchen, spreadiing current jelly on the German pancakes she made. (They are similar to crepes) Fine product
Dorothea B.
Damson plum and Quince jelly
Aug 3, 2023 | By Lizbeth K.Both are the most freshest, delicious, products. Just the best, very well made.
Lizbeth K.
One of the Best Marmalades
Aug 3, 2023 | By Ryan H.I love marmalade, and it's hard to find non-orange marmalades in America. I order from Monastery Greetings just to get the Lemon Marmalade.
Ryan H.
Perfect treat
Jul 26, 2023 | By Jill K.The orange marmalade is soooooooooo perfect for everything. Toast , english, vanilla ice cream. Love it.
Jill K.
Best Jams!
Jul 25, 2023 | By PatriciaMy very favorite is the Red Raspberry Jam. I reach for it continually - almost on a daily basis......for toast, in yogurt and on rice cakes with peanut butter for a pick me up in the afternoon.
Patricia
BEST PRESERVES I'VE TASTED
Jul 21, 2023 | By Cat S.I love your Apricot-Pineapple preserves! Very tasty and full of whole fruit. Opening our second shipment today. Thank you Trappist!
Cat S.
Don't pass this up
Jul 21, 2023 | By RobinThis is my favorite brand of preserves for baking. I fill my sugar cookies with Trappist Red Raspberry Seedless preserves because it adds just the right amount of fruity flavor and always gets me compliments. On english muffins, it's just a step above the Trappist Cherry Preserves, which is also delicious and a family favorite..
Robin
Absolutely delicious!
Jul 13, 2023 | By Irene D.We have ordered preserves and jellies from Monastery Greetings on several occasions and have never been disappointed. The order is always correct, arrives very quickly, is packed securely and is delicious! I have just recently tried the lemon marmalade for a change and I am now a big fan. It is light, sweet and tasty. I highly recommend all of their products.
Irene D.
Cranberry lover.
Jul 13, 2023 | By Victoria B.I was introduced to the Cranberry Conserve four years ago. I found I could purchase it at Ocean State Job Lot. Unfortunately, lately, they have all of the jam flavors, but not my Cranberry. So I ordered directly from the Monastery. Perfect! Exp.date 2025. Mailed some jars to my sister in Colorado, who said it was just the best she ever tasted when she visited me last year.
Victoria B.
Strawberry Rhubarb preserves
Jul 12, 2023 | By Dianne n.Delicious, crunchy peanut butter and this jam is the best snack
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Delicious
Jul 11, 2023 | By Maureen L.All the preserves and jellies are the best I have ever tasted. My favorite is blueberry. Order arrives on time and in perfect condition.
Maureen L.
Currant Jelly Find
Jul 10, 2023 | By Jan K.Currant jelly is my favorite and it has been disappearing from grocery shelves over the last few years. Crosse and Blackwell, Smuckers, and some store brands made it; but recently, I haven't been able to find it anywhere. I finally found it at Monastery Greetings and they made it so easy to order. You can order whatever number you want. I ordered two, and it is exactly what I was looking for, so I will definitely be ordering more. If you like currant jelly, or just want an easy way to order any other jellies, jams, etc.; I highly recommend Monastery Greetings.
Jan K.
These Jellies are Out of This World!
Jul 6, 2023 | By BeckyMy husband and I loved, loved, loved these jellies. We will most definitely be ordering more!
Becky
Best seedless raspberry jam ever!
Jun 30, 2023 | By Jane N.This is truly the best SEEDLESS raspberry and blackberry jams ever! I COULD just eat it out of the jar with a spoon! BUT, I put it on toast. Love it!
Jane N.
Incomparable!
Jun 15, 2023 | By keith r.i LOVE cherry jam the best and try every one I can find, but I have never found any as good as this. Peerless and unequaled.
keith r.
The Best
Jun 14, 2023 | By Mary R.This is the only preserves that we use the taste is excellent not to sweet and its natural love it keep up the good work
Mary R.
Cherry Preserves
Jun 14, 2023 | By charles c.Bursting with whole fresh cherries. A delight on toast or muffins, or great to mix in with vanilla yogurt or ice cream
charles c.
SUPERIOR PRODUCT
Jun 14, 2023 | By DR WM M.All of your products, especially the jams and jellies , are out of this world !!!! outstanding!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
DR WM M.
Trappist Preserves are the Best!
Jun 9, 2023 | By Maryann J.These are the best I have ever tasted! Full of fruit and just delicious! I have given out quite a few of them to my family, friends and neighbors as a Thank You for being especially supportive to my husband and I. Everyone raved how delicious they were!
Maryann J.
Best Jams
Jun 2, 2023 | By Maria O.Trappist jams are the best on the planet.
Maria O.
Good stuff
May 30, 2023 | By AJI only buy Trappist produces for jelly's jams and preserves
AJ
love your preserves
May 23, 2023 | By Edward S.My wife nd I love your preserves, as do friends/associates with whom we have shared them. God Bless!
Edward S.
Yummy Just Doesn't Cover It
May 9, 2023 | By Shelley B.I love fruit but not usually jams or jellies. Generally, they are so sweet the fruit gets lost in all that sugar. Not so w these gems. My favorite, Damsum Plum Jam, is so good that the only thing missing from eating actual plums is the juice running down my arm when I bite in. Mouthwatering is a lackluster word to describe the heavenly flavor I haven't tasted since my grandmother spooned it into my mouth, warm from the stove.
Shelley B.
Restaurateur
May 3, 2023 | By christopherYour port wine, sherry, burgundy, and red raspberry are like no others. Exceptional!
christopher
Wine Flavored Jellies
Apr 21, 2023 | By Betty M.I really like all the wine flavored jellies! They are the Best!
Betty M.
The best
Apr 20, 2023 | By Theresa TLove raspberry preserves. got mine stop and shop nu
Theresa T
Outstanding Preserves
Apr 18, 2023 | By Robert THighly recommend the Damson Plum Jam. Unique, high quality product as are other TM jams and preserves. Repeat purchaser.
Robert T
rich, tart, delicious
Apr 4, 2023 | By Emily L.I love this jelly--it's more fruit than sugar and excellent with my breakfast
Emily L.
Rubarb-Strawberry Preserves
Mar 28, 2023 | By Jan T.I loved this stuff for years. I take this Preserve and run it through a food processor to creat a jam!
Jan T.
Best Blueberry Jelly
Mar 27, 2023 | By Josee T.I love blueberries. When I saw this I had to try it. I now get it shipped to me because it is wonderful. I love it!
Josee T.
Amazing
Mar 24, 2023 | By TommieLynn R.Order arrived very quickly and so carefully packaged. So excited to give these to my family for Easter. New traditions! I am sure they will love this!
TommieLynn R.
Squirrel
Mar 23, 2023 | By Squirrel Delicious!
Squirrel
Lip Smacking Good
Mar 21, 2023 | By Shelley B.I LOVE Samson plums. I love Damson plum preserves even more. Used to be you could find them anywhere and they were all good no matter the brand. Now they hard as hen teeth to find. When you do find them they are way too sweet. Your delectable spreads are tart and lip smacking good! Thank you for putting a smile on my face every time I make toast.
Shelley B.
Always a Great Gift!
Mar 21, 2023 | By Valerie W.I buy marmalade for my dad and likes the Trappist brand. He also enjoyed the preserves and maple syrup. Always a great choice for a gift any time!
Valerie W.
Yummy
Mar 21, 2023 | By Dean A.The best jelly and or jam I've ever tasted. Hot pepper jelly is my fave and orange marmalade is my father's fave!! Ty sooo much!
Dean A.
pineapple apricot preserves
Mar 18, 2023 | By james n.one of my favorites something you don't see in stores great on bagels, toast and icecream
james n.
Great jams and jellies
Mar 14, 2023 | By MaureenWe love all the jams and jellies....Blueberry is our favorite. Sent them as a gift to a friend at Christmas and her family loved them, too.
Maureen
Great
Mar 10, 2023 | By JudyLove these products
Judy
great product
Mar 4, 2023 | By Pavel K.started buying Monastery jams years ago. They are the best!
Pavel K.
Elderberry Jelly
Mar 4, 2023 | By Carol P.This is the best tasting elderberry jelly around. Just the right amount of sweetness to it.Glad I could get it on the website because our local stores don't carry it. It's a great jelly to have in the wintertime when colds and flus are going around to help avoid those viruses. Of course you can have it anytime of the year too when your tired of the limited choices from the grocery store. I will definitely be buying it again!
Carol P.
Neighbors love it!
Mar 3, 2023 | By Carla A.I haven't tried my jar, yet, but am really looking forward to it. My neighbor gave it an A+ on the delicious scale! I gave her a basket with several flavors of these jams for the holidays. Quality products and excellent customer service. I will be ordering again!!
Carla A.
My favorite
Mar 3, 2023 | By Carla A.The ginger jam is my very favorite. I use not just on crackers and bread, but as a dipping sauce and meat marinade. Anyone who loves the the distinctive heat of ginger will not be disappointed. Next time, i may even order a case!
Carla A.
Delicious and unususl
Mar 3, 2023 | By Csrla a.The cranberry pepper jelly didn't have the intensity of heat i was hoping for. Wanted to use as a meat marinade, but . . . it's still delicious on toast and crackers, with just a little kick. Customer service shines, too! A little mix up in my order was resolved quickly and to my satisfaction. I do business here with confidence!
Csrla a.
Elderberry Jelly
Feb 20, 2023 | By Danny H.We all love the jelly. It's our granddaughters favorite also. Thank you.
Danny H.
Trappist Preserves
Feb 20, 2023 | By Irene S.This is the second time I bought Trappist Preserves and I LOVE them. They are loaded with real fruit - not like the watery ones you find in supermarkets. Thank you and may God bless you for making these preserves with love.
Irene S.
The Best!
Feb 11, 2023 | By Sandra B.I am addicted to Trappist seedless raspberry preserves! It is the best tasting over anything else I have tried. Appreciate being able to purchase by the case since it is hard to find in stores in our area.
Sandra B.
Another Successful Purchase
Feb 10, 2023 | By Carla A. Excellent customer service as well as high quality products. Shop here with confidence. Had a minor issue with a flavor mixup and the issue was resolved quickly and satisfactorily.
Carla A.
Classic Preserves
Feb 2, 2023 | By LARRY A.I have a particular passion for Strawb