ESPAÑOL

One of the greatest acts of charity is to pray for the living and the dead, and the most powerful prayer we have is the Mass. Anyone may request a Mass for a loved one who has died, for someone who is sick, or for a special occasion — an ancient Catholic practice open to all.

Universal Church discipline as contained in the Code of Canon Law (canons 945 – 958) of the 1983. Code of Canon Law strictly regulates the offerings made for the celebration of Mass. Canon Law only permits us to schedule Mass intentions for those Masses that can be celebrated by our priests within a calendar year. (January-December).

How to Request a Mass

• Fill out the form available at the parish office.
• Include a $5 stipend (cash or check) with your request — intentions won't be recorded until it's received.
• Requests are honored first-come, first-served.

What You Can Request

A Mass may be offered for:

• A deceased loved one
• Someone who is sick or suffering
• A birthday, anniversary, or other special moment
• Thanksgiving to God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, or a Blessed/Saint
• A prayer intention (as long as it doesn't contradict Church teaching)

Key Rules

• One intention per Mass — no combining multiple intentions.
• Max 10 intentions per year per person; no more than 2 for weekend Masses (others go to daily Masses). The pastor reviews any additional requests.
• The book opens January 1 for the full calendar year; you can't book more than a year in advance.
• Keep it brief — max two names or one group and note if the person is living or deceased. Middle initials and titles are omitted when possible.
• Mass days: Sundays, holy days, and most weekdays. No intentions on Good Friday, All Souls Day (Nov 2), or days without daily Mass (e.g., the Friday after Thanksgiving).

A Few Notes

• Your Mass will be scheduled as close to your requested date as possible; otherwise, the next closest date is used.
• Dates can change due to priest illness, vacations, or schedule shifts — we'll try to notify you but can't always.
• One Saturday or Sunday Mass each week is reserved for the parish (Pro Populo), as Canon Law requires.