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From the Friars: Let Us Begin Again

From the Friars: Let Us Begin Again There are many different philosophies of history, but in general they are either cyclic or linear. The cyclic claim that history keeps repeating itself and has no ultimate goal. The linear proposes that there is progress and usually, that there is an end point toward which we are…

Special Requiem Mass

There will be a Requiem Mass for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI on Saturday, January 14th at 9:00am in the Lower Church. May he rest in peace.

Statement on the Passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

December 31, 2022 Cardinal Seán P. O’Malley, OFM Cap Statement on the Passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI “Today a loving God called Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI home to his eternal reward for a lifetime of dedicated service to the Church. That service included 71 years as a priest, 28 years as a Cardinal, and…

Multiple Intention Masses

All the Masses at the Shrine will be for multiple intentions, including the solemnity days. This means that if a person gives a stipend for a Mass intention, they agree to allow other intentions for the Mass. This will allow greater flexibility when people request a last-minute Mass intention, which happens often. Thank you for…

Mass Intentions – January 7th to January 15th, 2023

Mass Intentions Saturday, January 7th 9:00am Priest’s Intentions 10:00am Latin Mass 4:00pm St. Rita Sodality; Thomas & Helena Napolitano & Dec’d Family; David & Elaine Pickles & Dec’d Family; Michael, Henry & Betty Bruno & Dec’d Family; Rose, Ernest, Ernie & Carol DiMaio & Dec’d Family; For increase in devotion to Infant Jesus, The Holy…

From the Friars: What Do You Seek?

From the Friars: What Do You Seek? On December 13th of last year, the U.S. Department of Energy announced a major scientific breakthrough. For the first time ever, a nuclear fusion experiment was able to produce more energy than what was required to cause the reaction. This technology has the potential to eventually become an…

Heating Costs

We have eliminated most of the second collections, but we still have the same needs as before. During these winter months heating costs are very high, so if you could help us with an extra donation it would be greatly appreciated. We are looking at way to reduce these costs. Thank you.  

Mass Intentions – December 31st, 2022 to January 8th, 2023

Mass Intentions Saturday, December 31 9:00am Priest’s Intentions 4:00pm Lucy & Armand Aufiero; Jennie & Alfred Zampelli; Carmela & Charles DiStefano; Mario Giarrusso; Jumil Celadilla, 1 año de su fallecimiento; Sunday, January 1 Solemnity of Mary, The Holy Mother of God 8:00am Mass – O Magnum Mysterium 10:00am For all the Holy Rosary Shrine Family…