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 Abbey of the Genesee - Definition 

The Abbey of the Genesee is a community of contemplative monks located near Piffard in the town of York, New York. They are a member of the Order of Cistercians of the Strict Observance, commonly known as the Trappists. They were founded from the Abbey of Gethsemani in Trappist, Kentucky in 1951.

Their work largely consists of baking Monk's Bread, which is available commercially in Rochester, New York and other nearby markets.

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