Marriage in Christ

Posted by Claire Roden on 2/26/20

Join the Marriage in Christ Seminar at Mary Mother Of The Church.

Who? This particular initiative focuses on those married 5 years or less. It is meant to accompany young couples beyond the wedding day. It will help to strengthen your marriage – whether newly married or married for ... Read More »

Signs and Symbols of the Liturgy

Posted by Claire Roden on 2/24/20

Catholic liturgy is a rich language composed of music, words, silence, objects, natural elements, movements, postures, gestures, and ritual actions. Each of these elements serves to open our hearts, minds and bodies to the presence of God, allowing us to participate deeply in the mystery we celebrate. ... Read More »

New Parish Directory

Posted by Claire Roden on 2/19/20

Mary, Mother of the Church is uniting with Lifetouch to produce a brand new parish directory.  And we need you and your family to be included!

Everyone receives a free parish directory and a free 8x10 photograph - just for coming to a photography session.

Appointments are available ... Read More »

Annual Catholic Services Appeal

Posted by Claire Roden on 2/18/20

Each year, the Catholic Services Appeal funds 20 Designated Ministries including: Over 30 local food pantries that distribute nearly 4 million pounds of food. Over 7,500 nights of housing and emergency shelter. Hospital chaplains serving over 100,000 Catholics. Sacramental ministry to those in prison. Pro-life outreach and support ... Read More »

Disciple Maker Index Survey

Posted by Claire Roden on 2/10/20

Mary, Mother of the Church is participating in a parish-wide survey! 

Mary, Mother of the Church is participating in a parish survey about discipleship conducted by the Catholic Leadership Institute!  We need your help!

Please help us by participating in a 10-15 minute survey online.  The survey can be ... Read More »

Cursillo Weekends

Posted by Claire Roden on 2/05/20

Mary, Mother of the Church is hosting two Cursillo weekends in February.  A men's retreat is to be held February 13-16; a women's retreat will be February 20-23.  Each four-day weekend is designed to draw one closer to Jesus through engaging talks, lively small groups, the Mass and focused ... Read More »

Baby Bottle Drive This Weekend

Posted by Claire Roden on 1/22/20

Pregnancy Choices provides much needed support for pregnant moms, dads, and families. Each day at Pregnancy Choices, women walk through their doors and are filled with so many emotions.  The team at Pregnancy Choices greets each of these women with compassion and hope, offering them love and support. ... Read More »

9 Days for Life Novena

Posted by Claire Roden on 1/17/20

On January 22, 1973, the Supreme Court legalized abortion throughout the United States in its companion decisions Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton. Since that time, millions of children have lost their live,s and millions of women and families have been wounded by abortion.

The General Instruction of ... Read More »

Annual Baby Shower

Posted by Claire Roden on 1/08/20

Each January, Mary Mother holds a Baby Shower for mothers in need.  Our hopes and prayers are that by receiving a little bit of help, these mothers will choose life for their unborn babies.  The items collected are distributed to local Crisis Pregnancy Centers.

Items needed include: baby clothes ... Read More »

Unplanned Movie Showing

Posted by Claire Roden on 1/06/20

Mary, Mother of the Church will be showing the movie Unplanned Thursday, January 9 in the Assembly Room, at 6:45pm. This movie is the inspiring true story of one woman’s journey of transformation. All Abby Johnson ever wanted to do was help women.  She became one of the youngest ... Read More »