Ascribed Formation, Class 1

The Ascribed community of Blessed Sacrament Church is currently forming new members for Ascription. The requirements to become Ascribed in the Institute of Charity are: Have a desire to be joined to the Institute of Charity community, Have a desire to provide universal charity as best they can according to their station in life, Attend […]

The Proper Reception of the Holy Eucharist, as per the GIRM

From the Offices of Faith Formation & Liturgy In 2002 the 3rd Edition of the Roman Missal was presented to Pope John Paul II and the Church. The Roman Missal is the book that contains the prayers and instructions on how Catholics celebrate the Mass. It is the big red book that the priest uses […]

Courageously Living the Gospel – One Year Anniversary

It has been one year since Bishop Parkes began the Courageously Living the Gospel initiative. Please watch the CLG year one video for an update on the initiative. You can read more about the one year anniversary and the exciting accomplishments here.  

Pope Francis Encourages Ecclesial Action of Rosminians

Blessed Rosmini Prayed: ‘O God, send us Heroes’ OCTOBER 02, 2018 00:53ZENIT STAFFFRANCIS “All can live it in daily fidelity to the Christian vocation; the consecrated, in particular, in faithful adherence to their religious profession,”  Pope Francis said October 1, 2018, in the Hall of Popes of the Apostolic Palace, to the participants in the General […]

Changes in RCIA

The Rite of Catechetical Instruction for Adults, RCIA, has recently made some changes to the way it educates and brings adults into full communion with the Church. In the past, each year a new group of inquirers would be formed. These individuals, regardless of their history, would go through catechesis until Easter. Then at the […]

Extrordinary Ministers of the Eucharist Meeting

On Saturday, September 23rd, at 9;30am in the main church, there will be a meeting for commissioned extraordinary ministers of the Eucharist. This meeting should only last about 1 hour and will explain the changes to the Mass and the performance of your ministry. This is a mandatory meeting. If you have questions or conflicts, […]

RCIA – Adult Faith Formation

The process called Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is open to those considering becoming Catholic, those considering returning to the Church, and those who have delayed Confirmation.  RCIA explores the different tenets and teachings of the Catholic Faith, as well as helping the individual to develop a spiritual and prayer life. Classes will begin […]