Prayer of Spiritual Communion – Jesus, I believe that you are truly present in the Holy Sacrament, and, since I cannot at this time receive communion, I pray you to come into my heart. I unite myself with you and embrace you with all my heart, my soul, and my mind. Let nothing separate me from you; let me serve you in this life until, by your grace, I come to your glorious kingdom and unending peace. Amen
Best Practices for Participating in Mass Virtually – With many of our parishioners opting, for reasons of safety, to attend Mass virtually, it is important to remember that there is a difference between just watching Mass (as you would a movie or show) and participating in Mass. Whether attending in person or online, all the faithful are reminded that prayerful preparation and reverent participation are necessary parts of proper liturgical worship. What you bring to the Mass, how you participate in it, (read more…)