WHAT TO EXPECT
The supreme form of Christian worship is the Mass celebrated in the Catholic Church. The Mass is composed of two major parts: the Liturgy of the Word, when we hear the proclamation of passages from the Bible, and the Liturgy of the Eucharist, when we follow Jesus's command to have a meal of bread and wine that become his Body and Blood.
The Holy Eucharist is the "source and summary" of all Catholic belief. It is the true and sacred Body and Blood of Jesus Christ, not a symbol or memory, but a participation in the eternal offering of Jesus to his Father. Receiving the Holy Eucharist is a sign that the communicant believes and accepts all that the Catholic Church teaches and believes. Anyone unable to receive the Eucharist (non-Catholics, young children, those otherwise not properly disposed) may, if they wish, come to the altar rail to receive a blessing from the priest or deacon. Please cross the arms over the chest to indicate this desire.
We host a gathering, traditionally called the Collation, after every Sunday's 9:30 a.m. Mass (except major holiday weekends) featuring an abundant spread of treats from the homes of our members. Please join us for good food and conversation!
We sing in both English and in Latin.
We believe that our attire speaks of our respect for the sacred liturgy and for one another. We honor proper Sunday dress.
Children and young adults are a vital part of our parish community. We encourage families with children to sit in a pew where the altar is clearly visible. It is especially important for younger children to see what is going on during the Mass, especially those who are not yet able to read and follow along in the missal.
The church and grounds are open daily from 8:00 a.m. until late afternoon or early evening, depending on what events are scheduled.
During weekend Masses, free parking is available in the Charleston Place garage (85 Hasell St) - after inserting your garage entry ticket at the exit booth, scan the barcode found in the bulletin. There are also a very limited number of non-metered street parking spaces directly in front of the church, some of which are for vehicles with handicapped placards/plates, for use during Mass only.
We gladly welcome you!
The supreme form of Christian worship is the Mass celebrated in the Catholic Church. The Mass is composed of two major parts: the Liturgy of the Word, when we hear the proclamation of passages from the Bible, and the Liturgy of the Eucharist, when we follow Jesus's command to have a meal of bread and wine that become his Body and Blood.
The Holy Eucharist is the "source and summary" of all Catholic belief. It is the true and sacred Body and Blood of Jesus Christ, not a symbol or memory, but a participation in the eternal offering of Jesus to his Father. Receiving the Holy Eucharist is a sign that the communicant believes and accepts all that the Catholic Church teaches and believes. Anyone unable to receive the Eucharist (non-Catholics, young children, those otherwise not properly disposed) may, if they wish, come to the altar rail to receive a blessing from the priest or deacon. Please cross the arms over the chest to indicate this desire.
We host a gathering, traditionally called the Collation, after every Sunday's 9:30 a.m. Mass (except major holiday weekends) featuring an abundant spread of treats from the homes of our members. Please join us for good food and conversation!
We sing in both English and in Latin.
We believe that our attire speaks of our respect for the sacred liturgy and for one another. We honor proper Sunday dress.
Children and young adults are a vital part of our parish community. We encourage families with children to sit in a pew where the altar is clearly visible. It is especially important for younger children to see what is going on during the Mass, especially those who are not yet able to read and follow along in the missal.
The church and grounds are open daily from 8:00 a.m. until late afternoon or early evening, depending on what events are scheduled.
During weekend Masses, free parking is available in the Charleston Place garage (85 Hasell St) - after inserting your garage entry ticket at the exit booth, scan the barcode found in the bulletin. There are also a very limited number of non-metered street parking spaces directly in front of the church, some of which are for vehicles with handicapped placards/plates, for use during Mass only.
We gladly welcome you!
