Knowing, Loving, and Imitating Christ Our Redeemer.

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Information About Pre-Cana Registration
4/3/2013

If you are interested in registering for our St. Mary's Parish Pre-Cana Program please contact Ann Marie Foreman, 410-263-2396, and she will explain the session options and registration process.

Taizé Prayer - 2nd Wednesday at St. Mary's Church
2/1/2013

Taizé Prayer is held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, from 7:30 - 8:20 p.m., in St. Mary's Church.   This contemplative form of prayer, modeled after that of the Taizé monastic community in Taizé, France, consists of meditative singing, rich silence, and few spoken words in a quiet, candlelit space.  Come aside awhile, rest in the silence, and rediscover that interior silence which is the root of all prayer.  All are welcome.  Call Sue Wentworth (410-349-1039) for more information.

Mass Schedule for the Upcoming Week
1/31/2013

To view our weekly Mass schedule with a list of Celebrants and Mass Intentions please click here.

 

Check Out Our Ministries and Organizations Booklet
11/7/2012

 

  Click on the picture to read about all our
Ministries and Organizations 



Decree Establishing the Holy Sites and Designated Dates for Reception of a Plenary Indulgence During the Year of Faith--St Mary Parish Church selected as holy site
11/1/2012

The Year of Faith, as established by the Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI is directed toward promoting the holiness and evangelization of the faithful.  As part of the observance of that Year of Faith the Apostolic Penitentiary has promulgated the decree Urbiset Orbis (September 14, 2012) which notes, in part: 

"In our time of profound change to which humanity is subjected, the Holy Father Benedict XVI, by proclaiming this second Year of Faith, wishes to invite the People of God, whose universal Pastor he is, as well as his brother Bishops from all Over the world 'to join the Successor of Peter, during this time of spiritual grace that the Lord offers us, in recalling the precious gift of faith.'"

Archbishop Lori designated "St. Mary Parish Church, Annapolis" as the holy site for Anne Arundel County.

To read the degree in its entirety, please click here.

 

Bringing Jesus to the Homebound
7/12/2012

Pastoral Care of the Sick

Volunteers are needed to bring the Eucharist to those in the parish who are confined to their homes or assisted living facilities,  Along with the Body of Christ, our volunteers bring Jesus' comfort, love and strength and the feeling that the person is spiritually and physically connected to St. Mary's Parish, even if they are unable to attend liturgy. It is a humbling and rewarding experience.

Please contact Deacon Moore at 410-990-4215, lmoore@stmarysannapolis.org  to find out more.

 

 

Parish Registration Form

Those living inside the
St. Mary's Parish boundaries

are encouraged to register with the parish. 
 Click on the link below to get started!

Register Today!

 

 

Be on Time for Christ

Arriving on time for Mass is not just a question of obligation but of love and respect for Our Lord who has gathered us together to share his gifts, and who has some grace to communicate to us in each part of the Mass. It is also a sign of respect for the community with whom we worship and who deserves our presence and the contribution of our prayers in each moment.

Our Usher Ministry is happy to help you find seats in Church before the Mass begins.  Once the Liturgy has started, however, if you arrive late for Mass, we would ask that you observe the following protocol:

Please wait for an appropriate time to look for a seat, and be as quiet and discreet as possible.  A good rule of thumb to find a seat is during any time the congregation is standing (with the exception of during the Gospel reading.)

And just as we strive to be on time, please stay until after the final blessing.  Spending those last few minutes after Communion in communion with the Body and Blood of Christ can be most powerful. 

In Matthew 26:40 Jesus asks Peter “Could you not stay with me for one hour?”  Let our answer to Him be “Yes” and be present for the entire Mass.