Our parish mission for March 10th-12th is being planned around the Rite of Dedication, which will be celebrated with the bishop on Tuesday, July 29th at 6 pm. We want to help all parishioners understand that we, the people of St. Mary's are the Church, and that we are the ones being dedicated to God in this ceremony, with the building being a visible symbol to all of that reality. The rite itself is rich in the symbols of our faith such as water, light, the altar, anointing oils, and incense. It is filled with many sung psalm responses and beautiful prayers unique to this celebration. We will be introducing many of these at this mission. Please join us to learn more about this very special celebration in the life of our parish.