“Welcome everyone as you would welcome Christ”

- St. Benedict

 

My dear Friends of Jesus, welcome!

            I think St. Benedict hit the nail right on the head.  If only we could welcome all like Christ, what a different world we would live in. 

            I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the Incarnation family website. Whatever the reason you came to our virtual door, I want you to know how happy I am that you did. I firmly believe that Jesus himself guided you here and so we welcome you as if you were Jesus. 

            This website has some helpful information about the life of our parish family and some interesting resources for you and yours. It also tells you who we are as a parish and what we offer, and what you can be part of. I hope you take the time to let us find out more about you, too, so that we can better serve you and your family. Most especially, I invite you to join us for Mass as each weekend where everyone is welcomed as we recall the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. 

            As our parish family continues in our eighth decade, we are not doing too badly. I’m filled with joy in welcoming you, knowing that you are going to add so much more to this vibrant family of faith. If we can do anything to help you, especially for the little ones, please don’t hesitate to call anyone in our parish staff. 

God bless you and welcome once again!


Rev. Joseph Jude Gannon

Mass: What to Expect

The central Catholic act of worship is attending the Mass, or Divine Liturgy. The Mass is divided into two parts: the Liturgy of the Word, and the Liturgy of the Eucharist. 

During the first part, the priest leads us in prayer and songs, praising God, thanking Him, and asking Him for forgiveness. We hear Scripture readings, the priest gives a talk, and then we all pronounce the core principles of our faith. 

In the second part, the priest says the blessing, transforming bread and wine into the Body and Blood of Christ. We all say the "Our Father" prayer, and then receive communion. Finally, there is a closing prayer and final blessing.

Why go to mass? Sacraments

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