Genesee Diary - Report from a Trappist Monastery. This book is now deemed one of the fundamental works about Trappist spirituality and contemplative life in general. It is also widely recommended to be read by prospective monks during their vocational discernment. References External links Abbey of the Genesee home page Monks' Bread Online Store Abbey information Christian organizations established in 1951 Buildings and structures in Livingston County, New York Tourist attractions in Livingston County, New York 1951 establishments in New York (state) 20th-century Christian monasteries Trappist monasteries in the United States