Mother arrived the evening before, loaded with supplies. She was under no illusions. Local friends had done some cleaning before her arrival, but they reported that it was uninhabitable. There was much to do in order to repair, refurbish, and revitalize the monastic life.

Immediately, the Services were resumed. In December, Divine Liturgy was served. Mother learned how to make candles and applied herself to master the process and increase production while monitoring costs and profit margin. In January of 2021, a website was initiated, thanks to continued assistance from a local priest and his parish. The online store provided an additional option for parishes and all who desire to order monastery products. An onsite gift shop was added to supply the local Orthodox at reduced costs for icons, lampadas, etc. 

Six months later, the main floor of the residence had been cleaned, painted, and the plumbing and electricity repaired. The heating and the cost of heating by an inefficient electric furnace had been addressed by adding propane heaters in needed locations. The grounds were receiving regular attention and appeared tidy. Improvements were done in the Chapel. Guests were coming on a regular basis, including ministry teams to assist with the repairs. They built decks, repaired the front porch, painted, and planted.

Two years later, there are some outdoor projects in progress and Mother is slowly furnishing the areas downstairs, adjacent to the Chapel.