Hanceville, AL: Our Lady of the Angels Monastery, Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament

The Our Lady of the Angels Monastery and the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament are nestled in Hanceville, Alabama. Founded by Mother Angelica (Rita Rizzo), a Poor Clare nun renowned for establishing the Eternal Word Television Network (EWTN), the monastery and shrine serve as a haven for spiritual reflection and perpetual adoration.

Our Lady of the Angels Monastery

• Order: The monastery is home to the Poor Clares of Perpetual Adoration (PCPA), a contemplative order dedicated to continuous Eucharistic adoration.

• Lifestyle: The nuns lead a cloistered life, emphasizing prayer, fasting, and silence, with a special devotion to the Blessed Sacrament.

Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament

• Architecture: Completed and dedicated in 1999, the shrine showcases a blend of Romanesque and Gothic architectural elements.

• Features: The interior boasts an impressive 8-foot monstrance housing the Blessed Sacrament, serving as a focal point for adoration.

• Purpose: The shrine serves as a place for pilgrims to engage in prayer, attend Mass, and participate in the sacraments.

Accommodations:

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Visiting Information

• Location: 3224 County Road 548, Hanceville, AL 35077.

• Mass Times:

  • Daily: 7:00 AM.

  • Tuesday–Saturday: 12:00 PM.

  • Sunday: 10:00 AM.

• Confessions:

  • Daily: 8:00 AM.

  • Tuesday–Saturday: 3:00 PM.

• Grounds Hours:

  • Summer (March 10 – November 2): 6:00 AM–8:00 PM.

  • Winter (November 3 – March 8): 6:00 AM–6:00 PM.