Our way of life, with its emphasis on personal freedoms and on what is casual and comfortable, is bound to find its way into the choices we make in the realm of the spiritual. Our manner of dress can be a witness to our faith--a way of recognizing our church as the dwelling of the Most High and a privileged place of prayer. Click the article title for more...

Clothes say something important about what we think, what we value. They also influence how we behave and feel. That our culture has become so casual about everything says something about us. I cannot exactly articulate it, but it seems to say "Nothing is really all that important." But that is not true. Click the article title to find the rest of the quote from Msgr. Charles Pope, Washington, DC, and to find out what IS important!

Our attire denotes the importance we attach to a particular place and to the people we encounter. Our manner of dress when we come to church can be a witness to our faith, a way of recognizing our church as the dwelling of the Most High and a privileged place of prayer. Click the article title to see the message from Msgr. Gervasio about summer attire in church.

Please use the missal holders on the back of the pews for our “Breaking Bread” missal/hymnals only. The holder is not intended for bulletins, soiled tissues, gum and/or candy wrappers, etc. Our regard for the Lord’s house should make us attentive to its care and good order. Moreover, consuming gum or candy in church is not only inappropriate but breaks the required Eucharistic fast before Holy Communion. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation.

Our way of life, with its emphasis on personal freedoms and on what is casual and comfortable, is bound to find its way into the choices we make in the realm of the spiritual. Our manner of dress can be a witness to our faith--read more by clicking the article title.

From time to time it is appropriate to remind our parishioners about a few concerns that fall into the category of "church decorum." These are offered in the sincere hope that they will contribute to a respectful worship and care for the House of God. Click the article title for a link to the full communication.

A Reminder to be mindful of the presence of the Lord in the tabernacle and especially during the consecration. Click the article title for details.