About St. Alphonsus · Brighton, Illinois
St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Brighton, Illinois, is a parish community dedicated to living out Christian life through prayer and service, sharing blessings with those in need, and welcoming all into its family. The parish traces its roots to the 1860s, with Masses initially held in private homes, and now operates from a church rebuilt after a 1923 fire. It also partners with Saint John the Evangelist in Medora for some Sunday Masses. The parish serves as a beacon of the Gospel through its ministries and sacramental life.
- Established
- 1860
- Patron
- Saint Alphonsus
- Rector
- Fr. Bill
- Diocese
- Diocese of Springfield in Illinois
Why belong here
Join a community that celebrates shared faith through prayer and service, welcomes all into its family, and offers ministries that support spiritual growth and outreach. You’ll find a place to belong, grow, and be part of a parish that strives to be a beacon of the Gospel in the world.