Our Weekend Mass Schedule

The Eucharist is the source and summit of our parish life. It is where we gather as the Body of Christ, are nourished by His Word and Sacrament, and sent forth in mission. For many years, St. Francis de Sales has offered seven weekend Masses to ensure accessibility for all. While this has been a wonderful response to the needs of our parish family, it is not necessarily a viable option for the future. Our Priests, Deacons, and Ministries are stretched thin and Mass attendance levels have decreased.

The time has come to take an honest look at where we currently are as a parish community and reevaluate our Mass schedule to provide the best weekend experience possible. Seven Masses each weekend places significant demands on priests, deacons, musicians, and liturgical ministers. A more sustainable schedule would allow for more prayerful and energetic celebrations.

What happens next:

In the coming weeks, the staff, deacons, and liturgical ministry leads will discuss the Mass schedule.

Please respond to this survey before May 31st.

We ask you to pray for our parish and our priests as we chart a new course. Please have an open mind and heart as we navigate forward. No matter when we gather for Mass, Christ is present, body, blood, soul, and divinity, just as He always is.

Paper surveys are also available in the Church if you prefer.