Founded in 1137, Montjoyer Abbey has outwardly retained all its splendor. The daily life of the 17 brothers is nonetheless hampered by very concrete failures.
A few hours before the end of the operation, nearly 6,000 items had already found buyers. The religious community had aimed for 2,000 products sold in one week.
This sale was meant to allow them to raise more than 20,000 euros. Thanks to the funds collected, the work can now be carried out.
A faulty sound system and electrical network disrupt the work and prayers of the Trappist community.
To cover the cost of the repairs, the brothers launched a sale of their products, starting with the most sought-after, a fortifying drink.
The items found generous buyers, or rather donors, according to the terms used to describe this surge of support.
In one week, the monks thus hoped to raise more than 20,000 euros. The pace of sales, nearly triple the target, confirmed this surge before the close.
The prayers of the Trappist brothers have been answered: the sums collected now make it possible to begin the electrical and sound-system work.