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Gathered together in charity and
united by the Body of Christ.
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WELCOME to St. Benedict/St. Elizabeth Parish!
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LIFE IN OUR PARISH, Diocese and Community
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Bishop Koenig invites the men of the Diocese to consider applying for the Deacon Formation Program, which will begin in June 2023, by attending an Information Night. The five-year program consists of human, spiritual, intellectual, and pastoral formation. Beginning in May 2024, academic instruction consists of three 12-week trimesters per year and offers two courses per trimester. Spiritual formation is held one Saturday per month during the initial ten months of discernment and then every six weeks during academic instruction. Applicants must be at least 30 years of age and no older than 62 years of age by March 2023. Applicants must demonstrate a zeal for service to God’s people. Volunteer experience in a parish or diocesan ministry is preferred.Read More -
Maryland Right to Life Mission recognizes the fundamental value of every human life. If you feel as we do that it is time for action, please join us. Our next meeting is on Tuesday, April 18 at 7pm in the Parish Hall behind St. Benedict Church in Ridgely. Community members of all faiths are welcome to attend.Read More -
The Fundraising Committee is sponsoring a Krispy Kreme Donut Fundraiser. Click the picture at the left for an order form. Through the fundraiser, you may order glazed or chocolate frosted donuts by the dozen ($12/dozen) as well as bagged coffee – regular or decaf ($14/bag). All orders must be received in the Parish Office no later than Friday, April 7th. Donuts and coffee will be available for pickup after the Mass of your choosing on the weekend of April 15th & 16th.Read More -
On Friday, March 24th, the Knights of Columbus will host their Friday Night Fellowship Dinner in the Parish Hall from 5:00-7:30p.m. The menu includes Shrimp Alfredo over Fettucini, garden salad, and garlic bread. Cost is $8 per person and kid's under 6 eat free. At 7:00p.m. our Youth Ministry will perform their Shadow Stations of the Cross in St. Benedict Church.Read More -
Pope Francis reminds us that, “Lent is a favorable season for deepening our spiritual life through the means of sanctification offered us by the Church: fasting, prayer and almsgiving. At the basis of everything is the word of God, which during this season we are invited to hear and ponder more deeply.” Looking for some ways to enrich your Lenten prayer journey and deepen your spirituality during this penitential season? Click the picture at the left to find offerings at the parish.Read More -
Parishioner Amanda Krow is now Sr. Amanda Marie de Jesus, a novice with the Little Sisters of the Poor. She received her veil and her new name at a Mass in Queen of Peace Church in Queens, NY on October 27, 2022. She will continue her formation journey through temporary vows and a second novitiate, each of which will last two years. Click Amanda's photo at the left to read more about her journey. Our diocese also has 9 men discerning a call to the priesthood. Please keep Amanda and all of our diocesan seminarians in your prayers. And, keep praying for more vocations to the Priesthood and Religious Life.Read More
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A Simple Guide to Online Donations for New Users
Offertory donations, as well as donations for any special collections, can be placed in the offertory baskets at the entrance/exit of the churches at weekend Masses. You may also mail your contributions to the parish office (St. Benedict Church, P.O. Box 459, Ridgely MD 21660) or click the WeShare icon above to make online donations. If you find yourself in financial need, please contact the Parish Office for assistance. -
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MASS SCHEDULE
EASTER MASSES
Sunday, April 9, 2023
7:15a.m. - St. Benedict Church
8:30a.m. - St. Benedict Church
(Resurrection Procession prior to Mass)
11:15a.m. - St. Elizabeth Church
For a full schedule of Triduum Liturgies and events, please click here.
DAILY MASSES
MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS ~ 9:00a.m.
St. Elizabeth Church, Denton MD
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS ~ 9:00a.m.
St. Benedict Church, Ridgely MD
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS ~ 6:00p.m.
St. Elizabeth Church, Denton MD
THERE IS NO DAILY MASS ON FRIDAYS.SATURDAY EVENINGS
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Tuesday Mornings - 9:30-10:30a.m.
St. Benedict Church, Ridgely
Wednesday Evenings - 5:15-5:45p.m.
St. Elizabeth Church, Denton
WEEKEND MASSES
4:00p.m. - St. Elizabeth Church, Denton MD
SUNDAY MORNINGS
7:15a.m. - St. Benedict Church, Ridgely
8:30a.m. - St. Benedict Church, Ridgely
11:15a.m. - St. Elizabeth Church, Denton
(switches to 10:15a.m. on Sunday before Memorial Day)Monday through Thursday
CONFESSIONS
8:15-8:45a.m. (prior to daily Masses @ each Church)
Wednesday Evenings
5:15-5:45p.m. (prior to Wednesday evening Mass @ St. Elizabeth Church)
Saturday Afternoons
3:00-3:45p.m. - St. Elizabeth Church
(prior to Saturday afternoon Mass)
NOTE: Monday, April 3rd is RECONCILIATION MONDAY throughout our Diocese. Confessions will be held from 3:00-5:00p.m. at St. Elizabeth Church and 6:00-8:00p.m. at St. Benedict Church. Check websites at any church in our diocese for information about confessions on that day.
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Links
- Ascension Presents
- Caroline County Chamber of Commerce
- Catholic Answers
- Catholics Come Home - Been away from the Church for a while?
- Catholic Mass Times in the U.S.
- Catholic Therapists
- CHOICES Pregnancy Center ~ Help, Hope, Healing
- Diocese of Wilmington
- Diocese of Wilmington Vocations Website
- EWTN
- My Family Needs - Information about local community organizations and services
- Relevant Radio
- We Are One Body Radio - 92.7 FM
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INCLEMENT WEATHER INFORMATION
Click here for Inclement Weather Policy.
We will post timely information regarding mass and event cancellations in this space as needed.