Upcoming Programs and Events
For additional future programs and events, please see our Parish Calendar.
COMMUNITY SERVICE - OPERATION TUNA SALAD
Friday, August 10
6:30-8:00 PM
You know you want to don the giant gloves and mix large buckets of tuna salad! All for a good cause! The tuna salad feeds about 150 people without homes at the Life Center-Eastern Delaware. Contact Mtr. Lyngine if you would like to participate in this ministry.
LECTIONARY BIBLE STUDY
Sunday, August 12
2:30-3:30 PM
A friendly, informal discussion of the Sunday readings led by parishioners. This month Tom M. will be facilitating the discussion.
CARMELITE ASSOCIATES
Sunday, August 19
2:30-3:30 PM
Open to all! This is an open conversation for anyone who is interested in different forms of prayer, creating a Rule of Life, and exploring contemplative spirituality. Contact Bp. Tim for more information.
PRAY THE ROSARY BEFORE MASS
Sunday, August 26
Rosary at 3:30 PM followed by Mass 4:00 PM
Friday, August 10
6:30-8:00 PM
You know you want to don the giant gloves and mix large buckets of tuna salad! All for a good cause! The tuna salad feeds about 150 people without homes at the Life Center-Eastern Delaware. Contact Mtr. Lyngine if you would like to participate in this ministry.
LECTIONARY BIBLE STUDY
Sunday, August 12
2:30-3:30 PM
A friendly, informal discussion of the Sunday readings led by parishioners. This month Tom M. will be facilitating the discussion.
CARMELITE ASSOCIATES
Sunday, August 19
2:30-3:30 PM
Open to all! This is an open conversation for anyone who is interested in different forms of prayer, creating a Rule of Life, and exploring contemplative spirituality. Contact Bp. Tim for more information.
PRAY THE ROSARY BEFORE MASS
Sunday, August 26
Rosary at 3:30 PM followed by Mass 4:00 PM
Community Service
Operation Tuna Salad
Friday, July 13
6:30-8:00 PM
Second Friday of each month
Help assemble tuna salad for approximately 150 homeless individuals for the Life Center Shelter. As part of the service project, we ask that each person bring three pounds of cooked elbow macaroni. Other ingredients (vegetables, tuna, etc.) will be provided. Please contact Mtr. Lyngine for the location where we will meet to assemble the tuna salad.
Operation Tuna Salad
Friday, July 13
6:30-8:00 PM
Second Friday of each month
Help assemble tuna salad for approximately 150 homeless individuals for the Life Center Shelter. As part of the service project, we ask that each person bring three pounds of cooked elbow macaroni. Other ingredients (vegetables, tuna, etc.) will be provided. Please contact Mtr. Lyngine for the location where we will meet to assemble the tuna salad.
Monthly Lectionary Bible Study
Sunday, July 8
2:30 PM
Join us just before Mass for an informal discussion about this Sunday's Mass readings facilitated by Patrick C. Bring a copy of your favorite Bible if you have one!
Sunday, July 8
2:30 PM
Join us just before Mass for an informal discussion about this Sunday's Mass readings facilitated by Patrick C. Bring a copy of your favorite Bible if you have one!
Community Service
Operation Tuna Salad
Friday, June 8
6:30-8:00 PM
Second Friday of each month
Join us every second Friday of the month, as we help make large batches of tuna salad for Life Center of Eastern Delaware County, a local shelter for those who are homeless. We meet at a local home just 10 minutes from church to chop vegetables, open many cans of tuna, then mix everything together. We ask that each person bring three pounds of cooked elbow macaroni. Other ingredients (vegetables, tuna, etc.) will be provided. Please let Mtr. Lyngine know if you can help out and she can provide more information.
Operation Tuna Salad
Friday, June 8
6:30-8:00 PM
Second Friday of each month
Join us every second Friday of the month, as we help make large batches of tuna salad for Life Center of Eastern Delaware County, a local shelter for those who are homeless. We meet at a local home just 10 minutes from church to chop vegetables, open many cans of tuna, then mix everything together. We ask that each person bring three pounds of cooked elbow macaroni. Other ingredients (vegetables, tuna, etc.) will be provided. Please let Mtr. Lyngine know if you can help out and she can provide more information.
Monthly Lectionary Bible Study
Sunday, June 3
2:30 PM
Join us just before Mass for an informal discussion about this Sunday's Mass readings facilitated by Patrick C. Bring a copy of your favorite Bible if you have one!
Sunday, June 3
2:30 PM
Join us just before Mass for an informal discussion about this Sunday's Mass readings facilitated by Patrick C. Bring a copy of your favorite Bible if you have one!
Memorial Mass Requests
May 26-28
This Memorial Day weekend, if you have a loved one who died while serving in the military, we would be honored to offer Mass on their behalf. Please contact Bp. Tim or Mtr. Lyngine with the name of your loved one.
May 26-28
This Memorial Day weekend, if you have a loved one who died while serving in the military, we would be honored to offer Mass on their behalf. Please contact Bp. Tim or Mtr. Lyngine with the name of your loved one.
Community Service
Operation Tuna Salad
Friday, May 11
6:30-8:00 PM
Second Friday of each month
Operation Tuna Salad is back! Help assemble tuna salad for approximately 150 homeless individuals for the Life Center Shelter. As part of the service project, we ask that each person bring three pounds of cooked elbow macaroni. Other ingredients (vegetables, tuna, etc.) will be provided. Please contact Mtr. Lyngine for the location where we will meet to assemble the tuna salad.
Operation Tuna Salad
Friday, May 11
6:30-8:00 PM
Second Friday of each month
Operation Tuna Salad is back! Help assemble tuna salad for approximately 150 homeless individuals for the Life Center Shelter. As part of the service project, we ask that each person bring three pounds of cooked elbow macaroni. Other ingredients (vegetables, tuna, etc.) will be provided. Please contact Mtr. Lyngine for the location where we will meet to assemble the tuna salad.
Friday Evening House Mass
Friday, April 20
7:30-8:30 p.m.
Join us for House Mass at the Chapel of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in University City. A special thanks to Hector for hosting and organizing this House Mass. Please leave us a message or contact Mtr. Lyngine (lcalizo@gmail.com) for additional information.
Friday, April 20
7:30-8:30 p.m.
Join us for House Mass at the Chapel of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in University City. A special thanks to Hector for hosting and organizing this House Mass. Please leave us a message or contact Mtr. Lyngine (lcalizo@gmail.com) for additional information.
Educational Series & Christian Formation: The Basics of the Faith
Sundays from January 21 to July 15
2:30 PM
All are welcome to attend! This is a great way to learn more and deepen your faith.
Schedule and Topics
January 21, 2018 - Introduction – What does sacramental confirmation mean? What does it mean to become a part of the Independent Catholic Christian Church?
January 28, 2018 Bible – Old Testament
February 4, 2018 Bible – New Testament
February 18, 2018 Creed – Trinity, Creation
February 25, 2018 Creed – Incarnation, Mary
March 18, 2018 Creed - Atonement
April 8, 2018 Creed – Church, Saints, Last Things
April 22, 2018 Commandments – Living the Christian Life
April 29, 2018 Sacraments – Baptism, Confirmation
May 13, 2018 Sacraments – Eucharist (and intro to the Church Year)
May 20, 2018 Sacraments – Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Marriage
June 3, 2018 Prayer – Divine Office (and more about the Church Year and liturgical time)
June 17, 2018 Prayer – Personal Prayer, Meditation, Devotions
June 24, 2018 Apostolic Succession – Sacrament of Ordination
July 1, 2018 Radical Inclusion
July 15, 2018 Next Steps in the Christian Faith Journey
July 22, 2018 Questions, Conclusion
Sundays from January 21 to July 15
2:30 PM
All are welcome to attend! This is a great way to learn more and deepen your faith.
Schedule and Topics
January 21, 2018 - Introduction – What does sacramental confirmation mean? What does it mean to become a part of the Independent Catholic Christian Church?
January 28, 2018 Bible – Old Testament
February 4, 2018 Bible – New Testament
February 18, 2018 Creed – Trinity, Creation
February 25, 2018 Creed – Incarnation, Mary
March 18, 2018 Creed - Atonement
April 8, 2018 Creed – Church, Saints, Last Things
April 22, 2018 Commandments – Living the Christian Life
April 29, 2018 Sacraments – Baptism, Confirmation
May 13, 2018 Sacraments – Eucharist (and intro to the Church Year)
May 20, 2018 Sacraments – Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Marriage
June 3, 2018 Prayer – Divine Office (and more about the Church Year and liturgical time)
June 17, 2018 Prayer – Personal Prayer, Meditation, Devotions
June 24, 2018 Apostolic Succession – Sacrament of Ordination
July 1, 2018 Radical Inclusion
July 15, 2018 Next Steps in the Christian Faith Journey
July 22, 2018 Questions, Conclusion
Monthly Lectionary Bible Study
Sunday, April 15
2:30 PM
Join us just before Mass for an informal discussion about this Sunday's Mass readings facilitated by Mike D. Bring a copy of your favorite Bible if you have one!
Sunday, April 15
2:30 PM
Join us just before Mass for an informal discussion about this Sunday's Mass readings facilitated by Mike D. Bring a copy of your favorite Bible if you have one!
Holy Week and Easter Schedule
Main services will be held at 145 W. Rose Tree Road, Media, PA 19063
Please click here for map and directions
Please click here for map and directions
March 25 - Palm Sunday: Holy Week begins
3:00 PM Stations of the Cross
3:30 PM Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation/Confession
4:00 PM Liturgy of the Palms and Mass with Blessing of the Palms
March 29 - Holy Thursday: Triduum Part 1
8:00 PM Mass of the Lord's Supper with Foot Washing
9:00 PM Stripping of the altar and Vigil at the Altar of Repose
9:30 PM Compline/Night Prayer
March 30 - Good Friday: Triduum Part 2
8:00 PM Holy Communion, Reading of the Passion, and Veneration of the Cross
9:00 PM Opportunity for quiet prayer, private Stations of the Cross, and Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary
March 31 - Holy Saturday then Easter Vigil: Triduum Part 3
10:30 AM Holy Saturday Service (via conference call and Google Hangout)
8:00 PM Easter Vigil with Eucharist and Lighting of the New Fire
April 1 - Easter Sunday
4:00 PM Easter Sunday Mass
3:00 PM Stations of the Cross
3:30 PM Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation/Confession
4:00 PM Liturgy of the Palms and Mass with Blessing of the Palms
March 29 - Holy Thursday: Triduum Part 1
8:00 PM Mass of the Lord's Supper with Foot Washing
9:00 PM Stripping of the altar and Vigil at the Altar of Repose
9:30 PM Compline/Night Prayer
March 30 - Good Friday: Triduum Part 2
8:00 PM Holy Communion, Reading of the Passion, and Veneration of the Cross
9:00 PM Opportunity for quiet prayer, private Stations of the Cross, and Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary
March 31 - Holy Saturday then Easter Vigil: Triduum Part 3
10:30 AM Holy Saturday Service (via conference call and Google Hangout)
8:00 PM Easter Vigil with Eucharist and Lighting of the New Fire
April 1 - Easter Sunday
4:00 PM Easter Sunday Mass
Friday Evening House Mass
Friday, March 16
7:30-8:30 p.m.
Join us for House Mass at the Chapel of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in University City. A special thanks to Hector for suggesting this House Mass. Please leave us a message or contact Mtr. Lyngine (lcalizo@gmail.com) for additional information.
Friday, March 16
7:30-8:30 p.m.
Join us for House Mass at the Chapel of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in University City. A special thanks to Hector for suggesting this House Mass. Please leave us a message or contact Mtr. Lyngine (lcalizo@gmail.com) for additional information.
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Sacrament of Reconciliation/Confession
Sundays before Mass 3:30-3:55 PM During Lent we invite you to experience God's mercy through the Sacrament of Confession. Bp. Tim or Mtr. Lyngine will be available each Sunday before Mass. March 4 - Mtr. Lyngine March 11 - Bp. Tim March 18 - Mtr. Lyngine March 25 Palm Sunday Hour and Opportunity for the Sacrament of Confession (3:00 - 4:00 PM) - Bp. Tim and Mtr. Lyngine |
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Lectionary Bible Study
Sunday, March 11
2:30 PM
Join us just before Mass for an informal discussion about this Sunday's Mass readings facilitated by Patrick. Bring a copy of your favorite Bible if you have one!
Sunday, March 11
2:30 PM
Join us just before Mass for an informal discussion about this Sunday's Mass readings facilitated by Patrick. Bring a copy of your favorite Bible if you have one!
Lent Online Educational Series on the Tridentine Mass
A ministry of the Oratory of St. Faustina (Subdeacon Dave Wood)
March 1 at 7:30 PM (ET) - The Structure of the Mass
March 15 at 7:30 PM (ET) - Symbolism
March 22 7:30 PM (ET) - Spirituality
This Lent the Oratory of St. Faustina (subdeacon Dave Wood) will be offering a three part series on traditional liturgy. The Independent Catholic Christian Church is devoted to liturgical diversity and thus commonly uses several different rites on a regular basis drawn from both the Roman and Anglican traditions. In this series we will be focusing on the Tridentine use of the mass that was used in the Roman Church prior to the second Vatican Council. We will first look at the structure of this form of Mass, then some of the rich symbolism found within the mass, and finally looking at the spirituality that this form of the mass evokes and how our individual spirituality are shaped by our liturgical expressions. Each session is expected to last one hour and will be broadcast online. No special equipment is required simply a computer with internet access and a phone. What better way to prepare ourselves for the Easter mysteries than to delve more deeply into our long liturgical traditions. If you would like to attend, but have not had a chance to sign up, please send us a message and Dave will be in touch.
A ministry of the Oratory of St. Faustina (Subdeacon Dave Wood)
March 1 at 7:30 PM (ET) - The Structure of the Mass
March 15 at 7:30 PM (ET) - Symbolism
March 22 7:30 PM (ET) - Spirituality
This Lent the Oratory of St. Faustina (subdeacon Dave Wood) will be offering a three part series on traditional liturgy. The Independent Catholic Christian Church is devoted to liturgical diversity and thus commonly uses several different rites on a regular basis drawn from both the Roman and Anglican traditions. In this series we will be focusing on the Tridentine use of the mass that was used in the Roman Church prior to the second Vatican Council. We will first look at the structure of this form of Mass, then some of the rich symbolism found within the mass, and finally looking at the spirituality that this form of the mass evokes and how our individual spirituality are shaped by our liturgical expressions. Each session is expected to last one hour and will be broadcast online. No special equipment is required simply a computer with internet access and a phone. What better way to prepare ourselves for the Easter mysteries than to delve more deeply into our long liturgical traditions. If you would like to attend, but have not had a chance to sign up, please send us a message and Dave will be in touch.
Ashes-to-Go
February 14
7:30-10:00 AM - 13th and Locust in Philadelphia
5:00-6:15 PM - Media Regional Rail Station
This Ash Wednesday we'll be in Philadelphia at 13th and Locust (7:30-10:00 AM) and at the Media Regional Rail Station (5:00-6:15 PM) for Ashes to Go. Then we invite you to join us for Ash Wednesday Mass at the church at 7:00 PM.
February 14
7:30-10:00 AM - 13th and Locust in Philadelphia
5:00-6:15 PM - Media Regional Rail Station
This Ash Wednesday we'll be in Philadelphia at 13th and Locust (7:30-10:00 AM) and at the Media Regional Rail Station (5:00-6:15 PM) for Ashes to Go. Then we invite you to join us for Ash Wednesday Mass at the church at 7:00 PM.
Lectionary Bible Study and Burning of the Palms
Sunday, February 11
2:30 PM and 4:00 PM
2:30 PM - Come early and join us for an informal discussion about today's Mass readings facilitated by Elise. Bring a copy of your favorite Bible if you have one. If you don't have a favorite Bible, talk to Tim or Lyngine and we'll be happy to chat translations, formats, etc.!
4:00 PM - Bring your old palm fronds and we will burn them to make ashes for Ash Wednesday! We will be burning palms to make ashes and also have more information about Ashes-to-Go.
Sunday, February 11
2:30 PM and 4:00 PM
2:30 PM - Come early and join us for an informal discussion about today's Mass readings facilitated by Elise. Bring a copy of your favorite Bible if you have one. If you don't have a favorite Bible, talk to Tim or Lyngine and we'll be happy to chat translations, formats, etc.!
4:00 PM - Bring your old palm fronds and we will burn them to make ashes for Ash Wednesday! We will be burning palms to make ashes and also have more information about Ashes-to-Go.
Feast of the Presentation
Sunday, February 4
4:00 PM
2:30 PM. - We'll be discussing the New Testament for Confirmation preparation. We invite any and all who want to learn more to attend even if you are already confirmed.
4:00 PM - We will be celebrating the Feast of the Presentation at Mass and blessing candles. If you have candles from home that you would like blessed, please bring them to church today. We will also having a blessing of the throats at the end of Mass in honor of St. Blaise.
Sunday, February 4
4:00 PM
2:30 PM. - We'll be discussing the New Testament for Confirmation preparation. We invite any and all who want to learn more to attend even if you are already confirmed.
4:00 PM - We will be celebrating the Feast of the Presentation at Mass and blessing candles. If you have candles from home that you would like blessed, please bring them to church today. We will also having a blessing of the throats at the end of Mass in honor of St. Blaise.
Christian Formation and Confirmation Class
Sundays from January 21 to June 24
2:30 PM
We are pleased to announce that Tom M., who has been a regular member of the parish, is planning to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation at the Easter Vigil, so we will begin a Confirmation class this coming Sunday, January 21 at 2:30 pm. We will meet at 2:30 on Sundays for some of the classes, and may also decide to have some of them after Mass or during the week by Google Hangouts once the parish Bible study begins in February. The classes will likely extend beyond the Easter Vigil.
All are welcome to attend -- please let us know if you are interested in being confirmed, or if you have already been confirmed, in solemnly reaffirming your baptismal vows at the Easter Vigil. This is a great way to learn more about the faith and how to deepen it.
Sundays from January 21 to June 24
2:30 PM
We are pleased to announce that Tom M., who has been a regular member of the parish, is planning to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation at the Easter Vigil, so we will begin a Confirmation class this coming Sunday, January 21 at 2:30 pm. We will meet at 2:30 on Sundays for some of the classes, and may also decide to have some of them after Mass or during the week by Google Hangouts once the parish Bible study begins in February. The classes will likely extend beyond the Easter Vigil.
All are welcome to attend -- please let us know if you are interested in being confirmed, or if you have already been confirmed, in solemnly reaffirming your baptismal vows at the Easter Vigil. This is a great way to learn more about the faith and how to deepen it.
Epiphany and House Blessings
Sunday, January 7
4:00 PM Mass
This Sunday we'll be celebrating the Feast of the Epiphany, the shining forth of God in the world. As part of our celebration we'll be blessing chalk for people to take home to use for the traditional house blessings. Don't forget to pick up the handout for house blessings and instructions, which will be at the back of the church. These are prayers that all may use to recognize the blessing of God in their homes.
"Why bless our homes? Because they, too, are sacred spaces of prayer and worship as we go about the everyday tasks of our lives. Saying prayers and blessings for our homes invite us to recognize the privilege of having a home, of having a space to gather and to live within day in and day out. Prayers and blessings for our homes remind us that even the most mundane tasks like washing dishes are works of God (read Brother Lawrence for more on this). Our homes are places of welcome for guests, of celebration for life events, and hopefully of safety when we need to grieve and weep. Our homes are holy spaces." - from the Rev. Laurie Brock
Sunday, January 7
4:00 PM Mass
This Sunday we'll be celebrating the Feast of the Epiphany, the shining forth of God in the world. As part of our celebration we'll be blessing chalk for people to take home to use for the traditional house blessings. Don't forget to pick up the handout for house blessings and instructions, which will be at the back of the church. These are prayers that all may use to recognize the blessing of God in their homes.
"Why bless our homes? Because they, too, are sacred spaces of prayer and worship as we go about the everyday tasks of our lives. Saying prayers and blessings for our homes invite us to recognize the privilege of having a home, of having a space to gather and to live within day in and day out. Prayers and blessings for our homes remind us that even the most mundane tasks like washing dishes are works of God (read Brother Lawrence for more on this). Our homes are places of welcome for guests, of celebration for life events, and hopefully of safety when we need to grieve and weep. Our homes are holy spaces." - from the Rev. Laurie Brock
Christmas Eve Mass
with carols and candlelight
10:00 PM
St. Mary of Grace Parish is at 145 W. Rose Tree Road in Media, PA.
We invite you to join us this Christmas Eve to celebrate God's presence and love in our world. Join us in welcoming the birth of Jesus with carols and Eucharist during this candlelight service. After Mass, we invite you join us in the church foyer for Christmas cookies and treats.
"Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord." -Luke 2:10-11
**Please note: This is the only Mass for Sunday, December 24 and it takes the place of our usual Sunday Mass. Also, there will be no Mass on December 25.
We invite you to join us this Christmas Eve to celebrate God's presence and love in our world. Join us in welcoming the birth of Jesus with carols and Eucharist during this candlelight service. After Mass, we invite you join us in the church foyer for Christmas cookies and treats.
"Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord." -Luke 2:10-11
**Please note: This is the only Mass for Sunday, December 24 and it takes the place of our usual Sunday Mass. Also, there will be no Mass on December 25.
This Advent we invite you to reflect in prayer, serve others, and deepen your experience of the holiday season.
Prayer
Sundays during Advent through Christmas - 5:00 p.m. directly after Mass. Take some time to pause, pray, and reflect on the themes and stories of the season leading up to Christmas. We will begin with quiet time to reflect on a section of Scripture then end with praying one of Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary. All materials will be provided. We encourage you bring a rosary if you would find it helpful
Advent Jesse Tree. Don't forget to pick up your copy of readings, and suggestions for ornaments, leading up to Christmas. The Jesse tree helps us connect the custom of decorating Christmas trees to the events leading to Jesus’ birth. The Jesse tree is named from Isaiah 11:1: “A shoot shall come out of the stock of Jesse, and a branch shall grow out of his roots.” We adorn a Jesse tree with hand-made ornaments (drawings, crafts, etc.) that represent the people, prophesies, and events leading up to the birth of Jesus. The ornaments of the Jesse tree tell the story of God in the Old Testament, connecting the Advent season with the faithfulness of God across four thousand years of history. The readings can also be used by themselves to meditate on the themes leading up to Christmas.
Community Service
December 3 - Holiday Sock Drive. From now through December 3, we are collecting new socks to donate the homeless. Why a sock drive? People very rarely donate new socks and the number one needed clothing article is new socks! So bring a new pair of socks (or several!) to Mass through December 3.
November 19-December 10 - Adopt-A-Family. Help provide holiday gifts for a family in need. After Mass on November 19 we'll be visiting the Fellowship Hall to select a family/family members. Then remember to bring your wrapped presents on December 10 (or December 17 for those providing food baskets).
*If you know of other needs, please let Bp. Tim or Mtr. Lyngine know.
Experience God's Healing Love and Mercy
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Every Sunday 3:30 – 3:55 p.m.
We invite you to experience this sacrament this season and encounter God's healing love and mercy. This time can also be used for pastoral conversations.
December 3 (Mtr. Lyngine)
December 10 (Bp. Tim)
December 17 (Mtr. Lyngine)
*We are also available at other times so please contact us and we would be happy to meet at other times as needed.
Prayer
Sundays during Advent through Christmas - 5:00 p.m. directly after Mass. Take some time to pause, pray, and reflect on the themes and stories of the season leading up to Christmas. We will begin with quiet time to reflect on a section of Scripture then end with praying one of Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary. All materials will be provided. We encourage you bring a rosary if you would find it helpful
- December 3: The Annunciation
- December 10: The Visitation
- December 17: The Nativity
- December 31: no session
- January 7: The Presentation
- January 14: Finding Jesus in the Temple
Advent Jesse Tree. Don't forget to pick up your copy of readings, and suggestions for ornaments, leading up to Christmas. The Jesse tree helps us connect the custom of decorating Christmas trees to the events leading to Jesus’ birth. The Jesse tree is named from Isaiah 11:1: “A shoot shall come out of the stock of Jesse, and a branch shall grow out of his roots.” We adorn a Jesse tree with hand-made ornaments (drawings, crafts, etc.) that represent the people, prophesies, and events leading up to the birth of Jesus. The ornaments of the Jesse tree tell the story of God in the Old Testament, connecting the Advent season with the faithfulness of God across four thousand years of history. The readings can also be used by themselves to meditate on the themes leading up to Christmas.
Community Service
December 3 - Holiday Sock Drive. From now through December 3, we are collecting new socks to donate the homeless. Why a sock drive? People very rarely donate new socks and the number one needed clothing article is new socks! So bring a new pair of socks (or several!) to Mass through December 3.
November 19-December 10 - Adopt-A-Family. Help provide holiday gifts for a family in need. After Mass on November 19 we'll be visiting the Fellowship Hall to select a family/family members. Then remember to bring your wrapped presents on December 10 (or December 17 for those providing food baskets).
*If you know of other needs, please let Bp. Tim or Mtr. Lyngine know.
Experience God's Healing Love and Mercy
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Every Sunday 3:30 – 3:55 p.m.
We invite you to experience this sacrament this season and encounter God's healing love and mercy. This time can also be used for pastoral conversations.
December 3 (Mtr. Lyngine)
December 10 (Bp. Tim)
December 17 (Mtr. Lyngine)
*We are also available at other times so please contact us and we would be happy to meet at other times as needed.
Holiday Sock Drive!
Through December 3
From now through December 3, we are collecting new socks to donate the homeless. Why a sock drive? People very rarely donate new socks and the number one needed clothing article is new socks! So bring a new pair of socks (or several!) to Mass through December 3.
Through December 3
From now through December 3, we are collecting new socks to donate the homeless. Why a sock drive? People very rarely donate new socks and the number one needed clothing article is new socks! So bring a new pair of socks (or several!) to Mass through December 3.
Mt. Carmel Apostolate of Prayer: Intercessory prayer ministry
Sundays and ongoing
A special thanks to Joanne and Kristi, who are continuing with the intercessory prayer ministry begun by Br. Bob. This ministry is part of the Mt. Carmel Apostate of Prayer. We have been blessed with Br. Bob's dedication to this ministry over the years and are glad to see his legacy continue to live on in the parish and jurisdiction. If you have any intentions or people you would like held in prayer, please let Joanne and Kristi know and take a moment to enter them into the book of intentions in the back of the chapel near the statue of Mary. Please also feel free to leave a message via the parish's Contact Page.
Sundays and ongoing
A special thanks to Joanne and Kristi, who are continuing with the intercessory prayer ministry begun by Br. Bob. This ministry is part of the Mt. Carmel Apostate of Prayer. We have been blessed with Br. Bob's dedication to this ministry over the years and are glad to see his legacy continue to live on in the parish and jurisdiction. If you have any intentions or people you would like held in prayer, please let Joanne and Kristi know and take a moment to enter them into the book of intentions in the back of the chapel near the statue of Mary. Please also feel free to leave a message via the parish's Contact Page.
Adopt-A-Family
November 19 - December 10
Help provide holiday gifts for a family in need. After Mass on Sunday, we'll be visiting the Fellowship Hall to select a family/family members. Then remember to bring your wrapped presents on December 10 (or December 17 for those providing food baskets).
November 19 - December 10
Help provide holiday gifts for a family in need. After Mass on Sunday, we'll be visiting the Fellowship Hall to select a family/family members. Then remember to bring your wrapped presents on December 10 (or December 17 for those providing food baskets).
Feast of All Saints
Month of All Souls
Sunday, November 5
4:00 PM Mass
Join us for the Feast of All Saints on Sunday, November 5. Also, we set aside the upcoming month of November in particular to pray as a community for the deceased during Mass. So as you come into the chapel, please take a moment to write down the names of those whom you would like to be remembered especially in prayer this month in the parish's book of remembrance. At the end of November, we will make copies of the full list for anyone who would like to continue to pray throughout the year for those listed.
Month of All Souls
Sunday, November 5
4:00 PM Mass
Join us for the Feast of All Saints on Sunday, November 5. Also, we set aside the upcoming month of November in particular to pray as a community for the deceased during Mass. So as you come into the chapel, please take a moment to write down the names of those whom you would like to be remembered especially in prayer this month in the parish's book of remembrance. At the end of November, we will make copies of the full list for anyone who would like to continue to pray throughout the year for those listed.
All Souls
Thursday, November 2
There are two days of the church year on which priests are encouraged to offer three Masses -- All Souls' Day and Christmas Day. Bp. Tim and Mtr. Lyngine will each be offering the three Requiem Masses on November 2, All Soul's Day -- if anyone has names of beloved deceased friends and family that you would like included in the intentions, please let Bp. Tim (stmikeandsttim@yahoo.com) or Mtr. Lyngine (lcalizo@gmail.com) know.
Thursday, November 2
There are two days of the church year on which priests are encouraged to offer three Masses -- All Souls' Day and Christmas Day. Bp. Tim and Mtr. Lyngine will each be offering the three Requiem Masses on November 2, All Soul's Day -- if anyone has names of beloved deceased friends and family that you would like included in the intentions, please let Bp. Tim (stmikeandsttim@yahoo.com) or Mtr. Lyngine (lcalizo@gmail.com) know.
Hurricane Relief for Puerto Rico
Thank you!
Sunday, October 29
Thank you for your generosity these past few weeks towards hurricane relief efforts in Puerto Rico. The members of St. Mary of Grace Parish have raised $530 as a community, which we have donated to the Puerto Relief Fund of Concilio. A very special thanks to Kristi, Hector, and Donna for providing information about the situation in Puerto Rico and relief organizations.
Thank you!
Sunday, October 29
Thank you for your generosity these past few weeks towards hurricane relief efforts in Puerto Rico. The members of St. Mary of Grace Parish have raised $530 as a community, which we have donated to the Puerto Relief Fund of Concilio. A very special thanks to Kristi, Hector, and Donna for providing information about the situation in Puerto Rico and relief organizations.
Dinner for Family Promise
Sunday, October 22
Thank you to all who brought food on short notice to provide dinner for the families without homes who were staying for the week at church as part of the Family Promise Program! The families and volunteer hosts very much appreciated the warm meal.
Sunday, October 22
Thank you to all who brought food on short notice to provide dinner for the families without homes who were staying for the week at church as part of the Family Promise Program! The families and volunteer hosts very much appreciated the warm meal.
Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, October 8
4:00 PM Mass
We will incorporate a virtual blessing of the animals into the St. Mary of Grace Sunday Eucharist on October 8. Although we can't have actual pets present, we invite everyone to please feel free to bring a photograph, toy, or other item to represent them by proxy as we offer a prayer. We will also be offering a prayer for our deceased pets.We will have a book of intentions in which people can write in their pets' names, living and deceased.
We would like to open this up to those who are not able to attend as well -- if you would like a pet, living or deceased, included in the St. Francis Day blessing, please feel free to let Bp. Tim or Mtr. Lyngine know their names.
Sunday, October 8
4:00 PM Mass
We will incorporate a virtual blessing of the animals into the St. Mary of Grace Sunday Eucharist on October 8. Although we can't have actual pets present, we invite everyone to please feel free to bring a photograph, toy, or other item to represent them by proxy as we offer a prayer. We will also be offering a prayer for our deceased pets.We will have a book of intentions in which people can write in their pets' names, living and deceased.
We would like to open this up to those who are not able to attend as well -- if you would like a pet, living or deceased, included in the St. Francis Day blessing, please feel free to let Bp. Tim or Mtr. Lyngine know their names.
Aid for Puerto Rico
Sunday, October 1
Today the parish decided to make a donation to support hurricane relief efforts in Puerto Rico. Thank you to Kristi and Hector, who are gathering information about which organization(s) we can support. More information to come... In the meantime, we wanted to share this prayer for those who may be separated from their loved ones at this time:
O God, whose fatherly care reacheth to the uttermost parts of the earth: We humbly beseech thee graciously to behold and bless those whom we love, now absent from us. Defend them from all dangers of soul and body; and grant that both they and we, drawing nearer to thee, may be bound together by thy love in the communion of thy Holy Spirit, and in the fellowship of thy saints; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
(from the 1979 Book of Common Prayer)
Sunday, October 1
Today the parish decided to make a donation to support hurricane relief efforts in Puerto Rico. Thank you to Kristi and Hector, who are gathering information about which organization(s) we can support. More information to come... In the meantime, we wanted to share this prayer for those who may be separated from their loved ones at this time:
O God, whose fatherly care reacheth to the uttermost parts of the earth: We humbly beseech thee graciously to behold and bless those whom we love, now absent from us. Defend them from all dangers of soul and body; and grant that both they and we, drawing nearer to thee, may be bound together by thy love in the communion of thy Holy Spirit, and in the fellowship of thy saints; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
(from the 1979 Book of Common Prayer)