Worship
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As Catholics, our worship consists of drawing together to celebrate the Sacraments, namely the Eucharist. Handed down for generations from the time of the Apolstles, the Sunday Eucharist serves as a heartbeat of what it means to be Catholic. As the Second Vatican Council states, "The Eucharist is the source and summit toward which the activity of the Church is directed; it is also the fount from which all her power flows" (Sacrosanctum Concilium, 11). Every week, we bring to Mass all that we believe and all that we have experienced; we bring our hopes, dreams, fears and concerns; we bring our joys and sorrows, our successes and failures. By the power of the Holy Spirit, we draw together and bring all that we are, uniting ourselves with Jesus Christ to the Father through His redemptive act of suffering, death, and Resurrection. When we leave Mass, we are called to share what we receive, that is Jesus Christ in Word and Sacrament, with the world.
Empowered by the grace of the Sacrament, all baptized Catholic Christians by word and deed, in the lives that God has carved out for them, are called to discern where, when, and how they are to share the Gospel. This is what it means to be Catholic, to be universal, and as St. Paul states, "To be all things to all people" (1 Corinthians 9:22). The Eucharist is what affords us the Christian life where we can fulfill God's plan for the world.
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Mass Times
- Saturday: 5:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Sunday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN 10:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN 12:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Monday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Tuesday: 11:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Thursday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Friday: 8:30 AM EnglishEnglishEN
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Confession Times
- Saturday: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
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First Friday AdorationAt the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis last month, one of the quotes that stood out to me was spoken by Damon Owens, an international speaker on faith and marriage. He said, “You cannot exhale unless you inhale, and some of y’all need to inhale.” When it comes to living out our Faith, one of the themes consistently repeated at the Congress was the need for all in the Church--clergy, lay ministers, and parishioners alike--to spend time receiving from the Lord in the Eucharist. Mass is one way in which we can accomplish this, receiving grace in offering the sacrifice of Jesus and receiving Him in Holy Communion, but there is another vehicle that can bear much fruit in tremendous ways. That vehicle is Eucharistic adoration.It became clear to me at the Congress to move forward with plans to host Eucharistic Adoration on the First Fridays of the month. The parish needs to offer more time for people to pray in the presence of Jesus, offering their time in intercession for their needs, the needs of their loved ones, and for the needs of the parish. We invite, encourage, and even challenge you to take seriously the words of Jesus, “Can you not keep watch with me for one hour?” (Matthew 14:37) Beginning on September 6, St. Patrick will host First Friday Adoration starting after the 8:30 am Mass and continuing until 8:30 pm where we will conclude with Benediction.It may seem daunting to take on the task to pray for an hour. The Sign-Up Genius has half-hour increments for parishioners to commit to, but feel free to commit to an hour if you desire. Over the next couple weeks, I will continue to offer reflections and advice about Adoration and its connection to the Eucharistic revival. First Friday Adoration has been a tradition in the Church since St. Margaret Mary Alacoque received visions from our Lord in 17th Century France. Christ made promises to those who offered First Friday Devotion, which included attending Mass, receiving Holy Communion, going to Confession and offering prayers in reparation of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus.Please consider participating in this wonderful ministry. Stay tuned for more information. Sign up below.FIRST FRIDAY SIGN-UP
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For all Parishioners
The installation of new fixtures in new locations allows us to remember proper church etiquette. Please remember the following items in our gestures and postures knowing that Jesus is present in the church in the Eucharist:
- We should observe the one-hour Eucharistic fast prior to receiving Holy Communion. Please do not bring food or drink into the church. Water is acceptable.
- When entering the church, please remember to genuflect toward the tabernacle before entering your pew.
- Please maintain silence in the church for quiet prayer. If you wish to engage in conversation, the vestibule and the hallway toward Paddy Hall are appropriate.
- Outside of Mass, when crossing in front of the tabernacle, be sure to genuflect. For those who cannot genuflect, please make a profound bow.
- Please refrain from greeting other people, including ushers, liturgical ministers, and the priest during Holy Communion. Our focus should be on receiving Jesus in His most Sacred Body and Blood. A simple "Amen" is the most appropriate response.
- When receiving Holy Communion on the hand, it is most appropriate to extend one's hands like a throne to receive Jesus. Please make sure to have arms stretched out, hands flat, and fingers extended. Typically the left hand goes on top of the right hand. For those not recieving Communion, please cross arms over chest to show the minister.
- It is inappropriate to applaud musicians, most especially after Communion. Please remember it is and act of worship and not entertainment.
As always, feel free to contact Chris Gawel, Director of Worship, for any questions or concerns at [email protected]. -
baptism preparation classes
Upcoming Baptism Classes:
Monday, August 19th at 7pm
Baptism Classes are for parents and godparents who are looking to baptize their first child or if they havent' had a child baptized in the last three years. Please contact the Director of Worship, Chris Gawel at [email protected] to register or for more details. -
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St. Patrick
Whether you know him as the man who brought Christianity to Ireland or simply as a reason you eat corned beef and cabbage in March, St. Patrick (415-493) is a well-known saint around the world.St. Patrick was born in Britain of a Romanized family. At the age of 16, he was kidnapped by Irish raiders from the villa of his father, a deacon and local official, and brought into slavery in Ireland. He spent six long years there as a herdsman, during which he turned to his faith for strength. He later escaped back to Britain on a ship, where he was eventually reunited with his family.
His years of captivity changed him and brought out a zeal for God and a yearning to spread the message of Jesus Christ. Despite the constant danger of martyrdom, he continued to travel throughout Ireland where he baptized and confirmed in the name of Christ.
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