I am New Here

Not at all! In fact, many in who visit St. Mary's Cathedral come from a church background other than the Catholic faith. We are a “patchwork” church – people with different backgrounds “woven together” by God’s grace.

No! Dressing up is not a requirement to worship with us at St. Mary's Cathedral. Some do wear their “Sunday best” but you’re also likely to see someone in a smart casual shirt, or even jeans. This is God's House so a dignified attire is best. We believe the most important part about Sunday morning is showing up, ready to worship God.

We strive to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere at St. Mary's Cathedral. We greet each other so everyone feels welcomed; we share announcements and church news; we sing and listen to our choir perform beautiful music; we share the cathedral's joys and concerns and lift them to God in prayer; we read the Bible and talk about it through the homily; we collect an offering to further God’s work; and we take communion weekly.

NO! Only Catholic visitors who received their First Communion sacrament may participate. We take communion each week as a tangible reminder of God’s gift to us in Jesus Christ. Visitors and children may receive a blessing during communion, they simply go upto the alter, cross arms in front of their chest to indicate to the priest that a blessing is needed instead of communion.

St. Mary's Cathedral does offer Adult Instruction classes. Please consult the parish office for details on dates, times and locations.