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Into the Desert
A Lenten Study on Prayer Join us this Lent from your computer, smartphone, or tablet, in the 6-week video based study to deepen and grow your relationship with God through prayer.
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Ash Wednesday
March 6, 2019 Ash Wednesday is a day of Fast and Abstinence Ashes are a sign of our desire to repent and to strive to be more faithful to the gospel. 9:00 am Mass and Distribution of Ashes 12 Noon Mass and Distribution of Ashes 3:00 pm Prayer Service and Distribution of Ashes 4:30 pm Prayer Service and Distribution of Ashes 6:00 pm Prayer Service and Distribution of Ashes 8:00 pm Mass and Distribution of Ashes Fast and Abstinence are traditional practices of the Lenten Season and remind us of our dependence on God and the place of sacrifice in our lives. All Catholics 14 years of age or older are bound to abstain entirely from meat on Ash Wednesday and all the Fridays of Lent. All Catholics ages 18-59 are bound to observe the law of fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday, i.e. limiting oneself to one full meal, avoiding food between meals, and taking two other light meals. The ashes used in the ceremony are obtained by burning last year’s Palm Sunday branches. The symbolism is stark and real, as nothing reminds us of a break with the past like ashes. These ashes say to us that it is time to leave behind all that is past and begin a whole new life. |
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The Bible and the Virgin Mary
Join us starting March 12, 7 - 8:30 This dynamic video series beautifully expresses the Catholic truth about Our Lady showing how she's been a part of God's plan to bring salvation to the world since the beginning of time. Our journey will deepen our understanding and appreciation of Mary, Mother of God, who plays a divine in our path to Heaven. Every Tuesday March 12 - May 14. Sign up online |
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Stations of the Cross
As part of our Lenten journey, we will be praying the Stations of the Cross on Friday evenings at 7:00 pm in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. We begin March 8th with a special focus on the children of our parish who are invited to pray the Stations. While we welcome them to join us each week, that night we'll be using readings specific for children. Good Friday we will pray the Stations at 12:00 Noon outdoors and at 7:30 pm in the main sanctuary. We encourage you to attend. |
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Journey of the Cross + Crucifixion
Friday, April 5, 8 pm Presented by Creative Ministries The Journey, Cross + Crucifixion is journey back through time. It is an opportunity to walk with Christ and become one with Him and the people who walked with Him. For many who have shared the Journey is is almost as if it was happening now for the first time. The music, narration, dialogue, and poignant silences add to the power of this prayerful meditation. For over 30 years, the troupes have been presenting this powerful Journey to churches and schools throughout Long Island, leading people of all ages in a powerful, prayerful Lenten experience. The troupes are made up of volunteer actors, singers, and musicians who use their gifts to bring the Passion Story to life. |
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Journey to Jerusalem
Come learn the Easter Story and enjoy an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 13 from 1-3 PM in Fellowship Hall. All children grades K-5 are invited. Please bring an empty egg carton (1 per child). Sign up by March 28. Sign up online>> |
Holy Week
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Palm Sunday
April 14 Procession of Palms at all Masses Regular weekend schedule Saturday at 5pm Sunday at 7am, 8:30am, 10am, 12Noon, and 5pm |
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Reconciliation
Monday, April 15: 3:00pm - 8:00pm Holy Saturday, April 20: 9:30am - 10:30am |
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Holy Thursday
April 18 The Mass of the Lord's Supper Morning Prayer: 9:00am Mass of the Lord’s Supper: 8:00pm Reposition of the Holy Eucharist: 9:00pm – 11:00pm |
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Good Friday
April 19 The Celebration of the Lord’s Passion/Stations Morning Prayer: 9:00am Stations of the Cross (outside): 12Noon Celebration of the Lord’s Passion: 3:00pm Stations of the Cross and Veneration: 7:30pm |
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Holy Saturday
April 20 The Holiest Night of the Year Morning Prayer: 9:00am Blessing of the Easter Baskets: 9:30am Reconciliation: 9:30am – 10:30am Easter Vigil and Eucharist: 8:00pm No 5:00pm Mass |
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Easter Sunday
April 21 Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord Church Masses: 7:00am, 8:30am, 10:00am & 12Noon Fellowship Hall Masses: 10:00am & 12Noon No 5:00pm Mass |
Additional Resources
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Lenten Reflections
Set yourself up for a transformative 40 days with FORMED Lenten Reflections. Get daily videos from esteemed Scripture expert Dr. Tim Gray delivered right to your inbox. Don’t miss a day of growing closer to our Lord. Sign up>> |
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Don't Give Up Chocolate for Lent...
Sign up for the Best Lent Ever, a FREE, video-based email program featuring internationally acclaimed speaker and New York Times bestselling author Matthew Kelly. From Ash Wednesday to Easter Sunday, Matthew will help you identify what stands between you and happiness . . . and what to do about it. Are you ready for your best Lent ever? Click here to sign up |
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Spend your time with Christ in the Gospel this Lent
Receive daily Gospel reflections and meditations in your inbox from Bishop Barron and the Word on Fire community. Additional videos, podcasts, and articles are available on wordonfire.org. Click here to sign up for daily Gospel reflections |
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Daily Scripture Readings
Print and audio versions of daily scriptures are available on our website, along with links to daily video reflections, provided by the US Conference of Catholic Bishops. You may also read up on the Saint of the Day. Click here for daily Scripture readings |