It is our painful duty to inform you that our esteemed Fr. Leonhard Kessler was allowed to enter into the glory of God on the evening of January 9, 2026. He passed away in hospital after a short illness and was well cared for. Fr. Leonhard will be buried next Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 11 a.m., to which the public is cordially invited. You will find the obituary attached.

In silent mourning,
Abbot Christian and convent