From the Friars: The Limits of Science Jesus asks in the gospel today, “When the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on earth?” In our time we see large numbers of people turning away from religion, especially youth and young adults. Often they claim a belief in science, as if science has somehow…
Beginning this weekend, the musical instruments and choir for our Masses will be located in the choir loft. Our hope is that this new, or renewed, practice will help facilitate a more prayerful participation of everyone in the sacred liturgy. The choir has an important role in our worship and is part of the whole…
There will be an open meeting on Monday, October 17 at 6:30pm at the Shrine Center. Various topics will be discussed and there will be time for questions. All are welcome.
On Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at 7:00pm, Father Andrew will give a talk on Marian Apparitions in the Upper Church. All are invited.
We will be collecting items for the Daybreak Shelter during the month of October. We are looking for men and women’s white socks and toiletries such as soap, shampoo, shaving supplies, deodorant, toothbrushes and toothpaste. If you would like to donate any of these items there will be a box at the rear of the…
The generous volunteers who clean the shrine church every Monday morning reported finding candy, gum and cough drop wrappers around the church. This leads to the inescapable conclusion that people are eating and chewing gum during Mass, which I have witnessed on several occasions. This is inappropriate and disrespectful, to say the least. It is…
Mass Intentions Saturday, October 8 9:00am Blessed Virgin Mary 4:00pm Holy Name Society; BVM Sodality; Daniel ’Dany’ Pierro; Nicolina A. Catalano, MMM; In Thanksgiving to Padre Pio, FFR; Salvatore & Sara Zappala, Anniversary Remembrance; Thomas & Helena Napolitano & Dec’d Family; David & Elaine Pickles & Dec’d Family; Domenic & Ruth Giarrusso & Dec’d Family…
Beginning this Advent, we would like to begin a practice in the Mass that was the norm for many centuries and is still an option. I am referring to what is called celebrating Mass “Ad Orientem” or “to the East“. This describes, first of all, the ancient practice of building churches that face toward the…
From the Friars: Where are the Other Nine? One of the first things that most mothers will teach their children is to say thank you. It is a fundamental act of justice to acknowledge a gift or favor from another and express gratitude. This is rooted in the life of God Himself where the Second…
Prayer. Mass. Games. Catechesis. 8+ children welcome. (Those under 8 need to be accompanied by an adult at all times). Monday October 10, 2022 from 9:00am to 4:00pm at Holy Rosary Shrine Parish Center. Mass with the youth at 2:00pm