All Maronites, who are physically able, are to abstain from meat on Ash Monday and all Fridays of Lent. In addition, Ash Monday and the Great Friday of the Crucifixion are also days of fasting. Fasting in the Maronite Church means eating and drinking nothing at all (except water and medicine) from midnight until noon. The rest of the day normal meals can be taken, but without meat. All Maronites, who are physically able, are to fast on these two days.
It's time to order plants for Easter. They can be dedicated in memory or honor of loved ones. The plants will be used to adorn the altar for the Easter Liturgies on Saturday & Sunday. You may then take them home following the 10 am liturgy on Easter Sunday.
Please consider purchasing plants to celebrate the glory of Easter here at church and in your homes. They make wonderful gifts and centerpieces for your Easter table.
Order forms and envelopes can be found in the Narthex and church office. The order form with payment included can be placed in envelopes provided and dropped in the church office mail slot. Last day to submit orders is Sunday, March 23.
If you have any questions, please email Ann Benson at akbbenson@gmail.com
Weekly Masses:
Wed-Thu-Fri 9 am. No live broadcast
Sat 4 pm, Sun 10 am. Service is broadcast live on Facebook
Office hours:
Tuesdays through Saturdays 2:00 PM - 5:00 pm
Faith Formation for children:
Wedsdays 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM September through May
MYO Youth gathering (Age 12-17) :
Sundays at 6:30 PM
Choir practice:
Every Thursday 6:30 to 8:00. September through May
Monthly Meetings:
New members are always welcome.
Holy Family Ladies Society: First Fridays, October through May
Immediately following 9 am liturgy.
Men’s Club: Third Monday of the month at 6:00 pm, September through May.
Merri-Nites: Fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm. Zoom/Meeting sites vary.
Please keep safe. Your safety is our priority.
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