Dear Brothers and Sisters,
I'm happy to share with you the many different opportunities for prayer that will surround the dedication of our renovated church and our return to our church home. Please take a look at the schedule below and the descriptions and notes that accompany each event.
Thank you for your continued prayers as we draw closer to the completion of our renovation project!
Sincerely in Christ,
Tuesday, August 19
7 – 7:30p.m.
Prayer Vigil in the Presence of the Relics of St. Victorian and Companions, Martyrs
(Parish Activities Center)7:30 – 9p.m.
Quiet Prayer in the Presence of the Relics
The Rite of Dedication encourages the ancient practice of keeping vigil in the presence of the relics of the saints who will be placed in the altar. In the Vigil, we pray the Psalms and Scripture readings associated with the Martyrs, calling on their intercession for us. Tonight, on the eve of our dedication, we ask the intercession of St. Victorian and companions, North African martyrs from the 400s who laid down their lives for Christ in one of many persecutions of that era.
Wednesday, August 20
5p.m. Dedication Mass celebrated by Archbishop Lori
The Mass of Dedication includes the Consecration of the Altar and other ancient rites that invoke the Lord’s blessings over the church and the sacred furnishings, setting them apart for the worship of God.
Please note the following important details:
- Doors open at 4p.m.
- Approximately 1/3 of the pews will be reserved for various guests. All other pews will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. (Please be respectful of others and don't save pews for family members who have not arrived yet; it makes it much more difficult for ushers and parishioners to find available seats.)
- The nature of the Dedication Mass does not allow for a “standing room only” crowd. Various incensings and anointings require all of the aisles to remain completely open and accessible throughout the Mass. Thank you for your understanding!
- The Gathering Space will not have chairs in place due to the large procession of clergy, the honor guard provided by our Knights of Columbus, etc.
- The Mass will last approximately two hours.
- The Mass will be live-streamed on our usual social media channels.
Thursday, August 21
8:30a.m. Daily Mass
9a.m. – 12p.m. Eucharistic Adoration in the Church
Note: At noon, Adoration will be transferred to the Oratory and continue, following our regular weekly schedule.
7p.m. Parish Rosary invoking the Intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Join us as we pray the Rosary together as a parish family, invoking the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary for our parish as we return to our home in the church.
Friday, August 22
8:30a.m. Daily Mass
4:30 – 6p.m. Confessions
7p.m. Evening of Eucharistic Adoration and Worship
Join us as we celebrate our regular monthly ADORE evening of Eucharistic Adoration, praise, and prayer ministry for the first time in our renovated church. Each night takes place in the presence of Jesus in the Eucharist and includes contemporary worship led by our musicians, a Scripture reading and teaching, followed by a chance to draw close to the Lord in the Most Blessed Sacrament as we pray for healing and other gifts we need from the Lord.
Saturday, August 23
8:30a.m. Daily Mass
3:30 – 5p.m. Confessions
5:15p.m. Vigil Mass for Sunday
Sunday, August 24
7:30a.m. Mass
9a.m. Mass
11a.m. Mass
5:15p.m. Mass