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	Podcast:		California Frontier
	Episode:		070: The Journey of the Stones: Fr. Paul Mark Schwan (Part 2)
	Category:		Society & Culture
	Duration:		00:34:02
	Publish Date:		2025-02-18 12:00:00
	Description:		In the second half of my interview with Father Paul Mark Swan, Abbot of the Abbey of New Clairvaux, we find out about the journey of a medieval Spanish monastery, brought to San Francisco by William Randolph Hearst, and later reassembled in Vina, California. Fr. Paul describes the meticulous process of restoring the Romanesque-Gothic church, as well as the architectural experts and stonemasons who made it possible. We also hear about the monastery's successful venture into the California wine industry and how you can visit and appreciate this unique California location. 00:00 Introduction and Recap 01:25 The Journey of the Stones 03:20 Restoration Efforts and Challenges 09:35 Rebuilding the Church 23:09 The Winery and Self-Support 28:40 Visiting the Monastery 32:40 Conclusion and Support The Abbey of New Clairvaux's Website Send a Comment. Support the show Give a one-time donation Learn more about the California Frontier Project: Website YouTube Instagram Facebook Contact: damian@californiafrontier.net
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