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We understand the many thoughts that can come from visiting a new church, so we want you to feel completely comfortable when you visit. Below are some frequently asked questions. If you have any additional questions, don't hesitate to contact us or talk with an usher when you visit.

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the Mass Times?

St. Henry

Weekend Masses

Saturday: 5:00 pm | Sunday: 8:00 am, 9:30 am, 11:00 am

Weekday Masses

Tuesday: 7:00 am | Wednesday: 9:00 am | Friday: 9:00 am

Reconciliation

Saturday: 3:45-4:45 pm or by appointment

St. Mary of the Assumption

Weekend Masses

Saturday: 4:00 pm | Sunday: 8:30 am, 10:30 am, 6:00 pm

Weekday Masses

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:00 am | Wednesday: 7:00 pm

Reconciliation

Wednesday 6:15-6:45 pm

Saturday: 2:45-3:45 pm or by appointment

Our Lady of Good Hope

Weekend Masses

Saturday: 4:30 pm | Sunday: 8:30 am, 11:00 am

Weekday Masses

Monday: 8:00 am | Thursday: 9:00 am

Reconciliation

Saturday: 3:15-4:15 pm or by appointment

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What should I wear?

We want you to feel comfortable. After all, we are thrilled that you're joining us and want you to be more focused on the service than what you're wearing. In the summertime, it's not uncommon to see people wearing sandals, shorts, and a shirt. Others prefer to still dress more formally, and that's fine too! In general, please be respectable and conservative in your clothing choices.

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I'm not Catholic, how do I know when to sit, stand, and kneel?

There’s no need to be self-conscious about the postures and responses used during worship. Most visitors just follow the lead of our parishioners. We have worship aids located at all the entrances to the church to help you follow along with the music, the readings, and some of the prayers.

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I'm not Catholic, is it okay for me to participate in Communion?

Communion, or the Eucharist, is the most intimate expression of our faith. Catholics believe that the host is literally the body of Christ, transformed from bread by the priest presiding over the service. Most evangelicals think of communion as symbolic, so it makes sense that they are not as strict about having the right relationship to it as Catholics and Orthodox Christians who believe it is a Sacrament and the true presence of Christ. If you are not Catholic, we ask that you not receive communion. However, those not receiving the Body of Christ and Precious Blood are invited to come forward in line wither everyone else. Please cross your hands over your chest when you approach the priest or Eucharistic Minister to indicate that you would like a special blessing and not to receive the Eucharist.

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Am I expected to put money in the offering?

If you are visiting with us, we don't expect you to put money in the offering. If you consider one of the campuses of our St. John Paul II Family of Parishes as your church home, we'd love for you to prayerfully consider giving on a weekly basis. You can give by check or cash during the service, or you can sign up for online giving in the About Us page.