Monastic leaders, also known as priors, are responsible for the spiritual and administrative leadership of a monastery. They are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the monastery, including the spiritual guidance of the monks and nuns. Priors are also responsible for ensuring that the monastery is financially stable and that its members are living in accordance with the rules of the order. Priors are appointed by the abbot or abbess and serve as the head of the monastery.