The Blessing of Herbs on the Feast of the Assumption
The blessing of herbs is a Catholic tradition that started after Our Lady’s Assumption into Heaven, when the Apostles found her tomb empty and covered with fragrant flowers and herbs. By blessing herbs, we remember that day, surrender one more area of our lives under His power, and seek God’s healing graces. To have your herbs blessed (dry or fresh), please place them on the table in front of the first pew early (at least 20 minutes before Mass) on…
August Reminders. Click to find St. Michael’s Masses and events for the month.
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Traditions Explained: Feast of the Assumption. Click to find beautiful Catholic customs, devotions, the connection to the Brown scapular, and the novena of the coming Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Upcoming Mass Schedule Changes
Friday, August 7th – No First Friday Mass Saturday, August 8th – No Mass Sunday, August 9th – Mass at 4:00pm
The attached document contains information on the upcoming Santa Fe Pilgrimage seeking men to march for the Red Nail.
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July and August Mass Time and Schedule Changes
Saturday, July 25th – No Mass Saturday, August 1st – No Mass First Friday, August 7th – No First Friday Mass Saturday, August 8th – No Mass Sunday, August 9th – 4:00 pm Mass (Fr. Purdy) Saturday, August 15th (Holy Day) – 9:00 am Low Mass Sunday, August 16th – 8:30 am Low Mass
Chapel Open for Private Prayer and Public Rosary on Wednesdays
The chapel is open every Wednesday from 11:30 AM to 12:00 noon for private prayer in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament, and at 12:00 noon, a parishioner will then lead everyone in praying the Holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The chapel will be closed at 1:00 PM.
Choir
The choir is looking for new members. Anyone interested should contact Mr. Ryan Estandarte. (832)-493-2026
Marriage Preparation
If you have recently asked Father Reid about preparations for marriage, please contact Mrs. Margaret Erpenbeck to get your name on the list. She can be reached at 346.336.2444 or via email at chapel61@sspx.org.
Lawn Duty
Two families have been taking care of the yard here at the chapel, and they could use some help. There is a riding mower, and it only takes about 1-2 hours per week. If you can help, please see Jason Rishel after Mass or call him at (442)-222-4140 to sign up.
St. Michael’s Live-Streaming Mass
As a reminder, St. Michael’s is streaming its Mass live at https://www.youtube.com/@St_Michael_the_Archangel. Recordings of the Masses are also available on the same channel.
Cathechism Class
On the 2nd Sunday of each month, a catechism class for the Third Order will be held. All adults are encouraged and invited to attend.On the 4th Sunday of each month, catechism will be directed to the children and incorporated into the Eucharistic Crusade meeting.
Mass Intentions
For those who wish to have Masses said, please:1-Pick up a Mass Intention envelope from the back table in the sanctuary, complete as shown in theexample below, and place stipend in the envelope, OR2- Indicate clearly on a piece of paper their name, the intention of the Mass to be said (including, ifapplicable, the name of any person(s) for whom the intention is associated) and to put thisinformation and the stipend in an envelope for Father. Also, please indicate whether…
Electronic Devices.
Please remember to silence all electronic devices before entering the nave.