The Mass is the central act of worship for Catholics around the world.  At the Mass we follow the Lord's instructions to "do this in memory of Me."  In the Mass we pray, listen to readings from sacred Scripture, hear how to live out the Gospel, profess our beliefs, and receive Jesus in Holy Communion.  Then we are sent out, back into the world to spread the Good News.  

Each year the Church relives the life of Jesus from preparing for His coming during Advent, celebrating the Incarnation through the Christmas season, learning from Him throughout Ordinary Time, reflecting on His passion and death in Lent and rejoicing in the resurrection for the 8 weeks of Easter. Learn more about the liturgical calendar. The text of the Mass and its responses are also available.  The readings for Mass change each day of the week as well as each Sunday. Click here to see the texts of these readings.

We have created our own Mass guide to help everyone understand the Mass more fully. View the pdf of this and grab one from the pew. 

How do I know when to stand, sit or kneel?