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St. Mary's Episcopal Church
A house of prayer for all people
Lent at St. Mary's
Sunday
10:30 a.m.: Sung Mass with Incense (Church)
Monday
9:00 a.m.: Morning Prayer, Rite II (Chapel)
5:00 p.m.: Evening Prayer, Rite II (Chapel)
Tuesday
9:00 a.m.: Morning Prayer, Rite II (Chapel)
11 a.m.: Holy Hour in the Chapel
12 noon: Holy Eucharist, Rite II
5 p.m.: Evening Prayer, Rite II
6 p.m.: Bible Study (Zoom)
Wednesday
9:00 a.m.: Morning Prayer, Rite II (Chapel)
5:00 p.m.: Evening Prayer, Rite II (Chapel)
Thursday
9:00 a.m.: Morning Prayer, Rite II (Chapel)
5:00 p.m.: Evening Prayer, Rite II (Chapel)
5:30 p.m.: Episcopal 101 (Library)
Friday
9:00 a.m.: Morning Prayer, Rite II (Chapel)
5:00 p.m.: Evening Prayer, Rite II (Chapel)
6:30 p.m.: Stations of the Cross & Benediction (Church)
Saturday
9:30 a.m.: Holy Eucharist, Rite I (Chapel)
10:30 a.m.: Confession (Chapel)
Stations of the Cross
& Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament
Fridays in Lent, 6:30pm
The Stations of the Cross is a walking meditation on the 'via dolorosa,' the road of pain that Jesus walked prior to his crucifixion. It is immediately followed by Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, a short devotional service where we honor the mystery of Christ's presence in the Eucharist.
If you've never experienced these unique traditions, you're in for a treat. Many people make this Friday offering part of their Lenten discipline. The evening finishes with a soup supper and conversation.
Low Mass
Tuesday at 12 noon & Saturday at 9:30 a.m.
Low Mass is a simple spoken service of Holy Communion. Offered in contemporary language on Saturday, and traditional language on Tuesday, this service is an excellent way to worship our Lord in the beauty of holiness in the midst of our busy lives.
Low Mass is usually 30-45 minutes in length. All are welcome!
Holy Hour
Tuesdays at 11am
Holy Hour is a period of Eucharistic Adoration observed in silence. A traditional part of Catholic spirituality, the Holy Hour comes from our Lord's words in the Gospel of Matthew: "Could you not keep watch with me one hour?"
Holy Hour is a peaceful opportunity to spend some time with our Lord in the midst of the workday. It is is followed by Low Mass at Noon.
Confession
Saturday following Low Mass
One of the seven Sacraments, Confession is an opportunity for us to bring our sins to God, and receive absolution and counsel by a Priest.
The Episcopal Church believes that all may, some should, and none must come to confession. All confessions are kept in strict secrecy.
If you would like to confess your sins, but are not available on Saturdays, please contact the Parish Office for an alternative time.
Evening Prayer
5:00pm, Monday - Friday in the Chapel
Evening Prayer is the other main part of the Daily Office. Like Morning Prayer, it is also a simple, spoken service with prayers, psalms, and lessons from scripture.
People gather in the Chapel to close the day together, to give thanks to God for good things, and to make peace with what is past. You are welcome to pray, read along, or listen.
Morning Prayer
9:00am, Monday- Friday in the Chapel
Prayer is central to our lives as Christians, and praying the Daily Office is central to our faith as Anglican Christians. Morning and Evening Prayer are a way for us to "pray without ceasing," as we are commanded to do.
Morning Prayer is a contemplative and joyful service. It consists of a series of prayers, hymns, and lessons from Holy Scripture. We ask for God's forgiveness and pray for grace in the work we have to do that day.
Please join us for Morning Prayer whenever you are able, and take a quiet moment to sit with God before starting your day. You'll be glad you did.
