St. Benedict Traditional Roman Catholic Church
1139 Hwy 231, Laceys Spring, AL 35754
St. Philomena Traditional Roman Catholic Church
508 Monroe Nunley Rd., Hazel Green, AL 35750
Preserving the Catholic Faith of the Ages
At St. Benedict’s Traditional Roman Catholic Church, we observe only the traditional, pre-Vatican II, form of the mass and sacraments. We do this not out of disobedience, but because it is our obligation to preserve the deposit of faith as it was handed down to us. We welcome all visitors and encourage anyone who is curious about the Catholic faith or confused about the present crisis in the Church to speak with Father Trough, and visit our library and bookstore for many great resources!
“But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach a gospel to you besides that which we have preached to you, let him be anathema.” — Galatians 1:8
Announcements and Upcoming Events
1st Sunday: Blessing of Religious Articles/ 3rd Sunday, blessing of expectant mothers.
UPCOMING
Please pray for the sick of the parish: baby Matt Funston, Kearney Funston, Dakota Michael Hines, Zoey Knight, Dawn Bottass, Colleen Martin and Baby Boy Balk. If you'd like to be added to this list, please let Fr. Trough know.
EMBER DAYS of Spring: Wednesday, Friday and Saturday are days fast and abstinence. Adults age 21-59 are already required to fast on account of Lent; the faithful aged 7 and up are permitted to eat meat only at the principal meal on Wed. And Sat.
SACRAMENTS:
Confessions: 30 mins prior to Sunday Masses /daily Masses, upon request.
Holy Communion for the sick/housebound, please phone Fr. Trough.
Mass Intentions: suggested donation is $25. For specific dates, please submit 4 weeks in advance.
For emergencies, please phone Fr. Trough ASAP.
CONFRATERNITY OF CHRISTIAN MOTHERS:
In your charity, please pray for the members.
Chris K., Carol G., Kate H., Kayleigh K., Starr H., Maureen M., Lydia S., Tiffany W., Molly H., Colleen M., Julia M., Sophia D., Theresa B., Matthisen G.
Please welcome Fr. Timothy Geckle, next weekend, March 15th, to St. Philomena’s and to St. Benedict’s. Fr. Trough will take Fr. Geckle’s place in Arkansas. This is an excellent opportunity to fulfill the annual requirement to confess one’s sins, and to do so with a different priest.
UPCOMING HOLY WEEK SERVICES
PALM SUNDAY, MARCH 29th, 8 am HIGH MASS @ St. Philomena’s; 11:00 am LOW MASS @ St. Benedict’s.
MAUNDY THURSDAY, APRIL 2nd, 6:00 PM @ St. Philomena’s
GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 3rd, Stations of the Cross 2:15 PM, Solemn Afternoon Liturgy 3:00 PM. @ St. Philomena’s.
EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 5th. Easter Vigil Ceremonies precede at 10:30 PM, Mass at Midnight, @ St. Philomena’s.