I'm New
When You Visit
Visiting a new church can be intimidating: What should I wear? Where do I park? Where do my kids go?
We recognize that visiting a new church can bring a lot of thoughts and feelings, so we want to ensure you feel entirely at ease during your visit. Below are some commonly asked questions. If you have any further inquiries, please feel free to reach out to us or speak with an usher when you arrive.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are services?
Weekend Masses
Saturday 00:00 pm
Sunday 00:00 am, 00:00 am, 00:00 am
Weekday Masses
Monday 00:00 am
Tuesday 00:00 am
Wednesday 00:00 am
Thursday 00:00 am
Friday 00:00 am
Saturday 00:00 am
When is confession?
Saturday 00:00 pm - 00:00 pm
or by appointment
What should I wear?
We want you to feel comfortable. After all, we are thrilled that you're joining us and want tyou to be more focused on the service than what you're wearing. In summertime, it's not uncommon to see people wearing sandals, shorts and a shirt. Others prefer to still put on their "Sunday best," and that's fine too!
How do I get to St. Mary's?
Our parish is located at 1078 N. Biscayne Drive, North Port, FL 34291. Here is a map.
Where should I park?
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Where do my children go?
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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. However, we do have worship aids located in each pew that provide you with the order of the mass, the postures, and the words of each prayer. If you don't see a worship aid in your pew, ask an usher, and they will be happy to bring you one.
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 with it as Catholics and Orthodox Christians who believe it is a sacrament and the true presence of Christ. So, 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 with their hands crossed over their chests for a special blessing.
Am I expected to put money into the offering?
If you are visiting with us, we don't expect you to put money into the offering, and you are welcome to just let it pass you by. If you consider our parish your church home, we'd love for you to prayerfully consider giving to our parish on a weekly basis. You can give by check or cash during the service, or you can sign up for online giving here.
I have a hearing problem, is there any special assistance?
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