The Abbey church is open every day and everyone is welcome at Mass and the Divine Office.
Liturgical Schedule
| VIGIlS | 5 a.m. |
50 minutes long |
| LAUDS | 7:30 a.m. |
In Gregorian chant, 35 minutes long |
| TERCE | 9:45 a.m. |
10 minutes long |
| MASS | 11 a.m. |
In Gregorian chant, lasting 50 minutes or an hour and 15 minutes on Sundays and Solemnities |
| SEXT | 12 p.m. |
15 minutes long |
| VESPERS | 5 p.m. |
In Gregorian chant, 35 minutes long |
| COMPLINE | 7:45 p.m. |
20 minutes long |
On Thursdays, and on Tuesdays of July and August, Vespers are usually celebrated at 7 p.m. Contact us for more information.
Special Schedules
Christmas Season
| DECEMBER 24th | 8:15 p.m. |
Christmas Vigils |
| DECEMBER 25th | 11 a.m. |
Christmas Day Mass |
| DECEMBER 31st | 8 p.m. |
January 1st Vigils |
| JANUARY 1st | 11 a.m. |
Mass of Mary, Mother of God |
| JANUARY 6th | - |
The Solemnity of Epiphany |
Palm Sunday and Easter Triduum
| PALM SUNDAY | 10:45 a.m. |
Procession and mass |
| HOLY THURSDAY | 5 p.m. |
Mass of the Lord’s Supper |
| GOOD FRIDAY | 3 p.m. |
Liturgy of the Passion of the Lord |
| HOLY SATURDAY | 9 p.m. |
Easter Vigil |
| EASTER | 11 a.m. |
Easter Mass |
Other Changes
| 6th THURSDAY OF EASTER SEASON |
Solemnity of the Ascension, Vespers at 5 p.m. |
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| EVE OF PENTECOST |
Pentecost Vigil at 8 p.m. |
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| THURSDAY AFTER HOLY TRINITY SUNDAY |
Solemnity of the Blessed Sacrament, |
Stipend to celebrate a Mass
It is possible to have a Mass celebrated in your name or in the name of a loved one.
For us, Mass is without price. However, we welcome a voluntary contribution to support the needs of the priest and his community. All extra funds are given to the Church’s charitable endeavors.
To celebrate a mass, write to:
Father Guy Hubert, o.s.b.
Abbaye Saint-Benoît
1, rue Principale
Saint-Benoît-du-Lac (Québec)
J0B 2M0
Please explain the purpose of the mass and give a possible date, and write the cheque to the order of “Abbaye Saint-Benoît”.
Celebration of a chanted and announced Mass: $15
Celebration of 30 consecutive chanted and announced Masses : $500
Other items of interest
Monastic Life
As Benedictine Monks, we find in the Rule of Saint Benedict a proven path to follow in Christ’s footsteps. Under the Abbot’s leadership, we seek God through prayer, work and fraternal life.
Guided Tours
The Abbey is located in the beautiful Lake Memphrémagog region. We offer visitors the opportunity to take a guided tour of the monastery.
Guesthouse
The Abbey welcomes everyone, whether you are a believer or not. People looking for peace and quiet to pray can stay at our guest house.