Documentary reveals life of Keweenaw monks

Most people might know the Society of St. John in the Keweenaw from its amazing jams and bakery goods at the Jampot. But, the monastery shows a different side in a new documentary exploring the daily life of monks there.

Excerpt: A monk's life isn't for everybody, but the beauty and spirituality of one monastery is depicted in the new documentary "Gladsome Light."
 
The film, by Negaunee Township native Dustin Katona and Denver native Jeffrey Geniesse, shows the life of the Byzantine Catholic monks living at the Holy Transfiguration Skete according to The Mining Journal.
 
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Source: The Republic.com
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