Families seeking sacraments for their loved ones can begin the process by scheduling an intake meeting with Steven (English) or Charlie (Spanish). We will continuously enroll new families for Baptism (up to age 7), First Communion (age 7 & up), and Confirmation (14 and up) throughout the year. Learn More at MQOA.org/ff
“Please, let us not convert the church into a customs office” where only the “just,” “good,” and “properly married” can enter while leaving everyone else outside, he said. “No. The church is not that,” he said, rather it is a place for “righteous and sinners, good and bad, everyone, everyone, everyone.”
On September 1st the Season of Creation begins which runs until October 4th the Feast Day of Saint Francis of Assisi, patron saint of ecology and beloved by Christians around the world.
At MQOA, we are thrilled to welcome and have already welcomed many First Communions this summer. It's a joyous occasion, and we would love for you to be part of it!
We are thrilled to introduce an exciting new event called Community Sundays, which will be launching this fall! It's a fantastic opportunity for everyone to come together, enjoy some drinks and refreshments, and connect with one another after Sunday Mass. We believe that building a strong sense of community is essential, and Community Sundays will provide a warm and inviting space for people to meet new friends, get to know their pew mates, and strengthen our bond as a community.
Priests and active parishioners across New England want to see their parishes come alive. The problem is that changing the way we “do church” can be intimidating, especially without having seen relevant examples of parishes doing things differently.
Happy Easter! Feliz Pascua! This day we gather as a community to glorify God and give him thanks and praise for what he has done for us in Jesus Christ. This Sunday, we are gathering in St. James Church to allow all those who want to come to have space for parking and a bench. Last night we celebrated the Easter Vigil and welcomed three new members to our faith and parish.