Space Rental
Space Rental Saint Mary’s has a variety of spaces available for rent including our 19th Century library, a renovated dining room, an enclosed garden, and a Grand Hall located beneath the Church.
About Us
Learn about the vast history of St. Mary’s. Find out about our historic bell, look up your ancestors who may have worshiped here and get help finding us.
Getting Involved
St. Paul quotes Jesus in his farewell at Melitus that “it is better to give than to receive.” Everyone has a calling and a mission. We have many opportunities here to serve. Stop in at our rectory on 28 Attorney Street to find out.
Gift Shop
Saint Mary Church has 2 Gift Shops: A tiendita in the Church where you can find religious books, cards, icons, statues and medals. In a small corner of our historic 19th Century Library in the rectory you will find a variety of handmade items for sale.
Donate
“It is better to give than to receive.” Moreover, a small gift of a few loaves of bread and a few fish was necessary to Jesus’ miracle of the multiplication of the loaves and fish. Such miracles have been a consistent legacy of our church. Please give to enable our work to continue in serving God’s people.
Sacraments
First Communion
Participation in the Eucharist strengthens our bond to God, the Father, through partaking of the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ. Preparation for receiving the sacraments of First Holy Communion Eucharist and Reconciliation begins at home and is completed through the parish Religious Education program. Children enroll in and attend religious education instruction for 2 years prior to receiving their First Reconciliation and First Communion. For more information about First Communion & First Reconciliation at St. Mary’s please click the link below.
Baptism
Baptism is a beginning of our life in Christ and welcomes a child into the spiritual, social, and sacramental life of the faith community. Bilingual infant baptisms are held about 6 times a year. Leading up to the baptism, parents and godparents are invited to renew their relationship with the church and deepen their understanding of the sacrament of baptism through an interview and retreat. For more information about baptism at St. Mary’s please click the link below.
Marriage
A commitment to a giving-receiving relationship, as expressed in the exchange of vows before God and the Church, is what is celebrated in the Sacrament of Marriage. Couples become Christ for each other. If you are interested in marrying at St. Mary’s call to arrange to meet with the pastor. Preparation includes “Pre-Cana” workshops scheduled by the Office of Family Life/Respect Life of the Archdiocese of New York. For more information please inquire through the link below. Please allow six months for marriage preparation. The basic offering for a wedding is $150 for parishioners and $250 for non-parishioners with proper permission. This fee does not include music or other services.
Reconciliation
The sacrament of Reconciliation, a sacrament of healing through confessing our sins and receiving God’s mercy, is available at St. Mary’s every Saturday from 4:00-5:00pm and also by appointment. Confession is available in English, Spanish, and French. There are special bilingual reconciliation services held throughout the year, and a greater availability for reconciliation during Lent. Please check our church calendar for more information. Call the St. Mary Website Parish Office at (212) 674-3266, or click the link below for more information about making an appointment.
Adults interested in becoming a Catholic, or who want to complete their initiation (communion and/or confirmation), are encouraged to participate in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. Classes are conducted in English and Spanish and meet weekly for a designated period of time, culminating at the reception of sacraments at the Easter Vigil Mass. For more information about the RCIA process at St. Mary’s please click the link below.
Confirmation
Youth: The sacrament of Confirmation, which completes a person’s initiation into the Church, is a two-year process at St. Mary’s. Youth in the 9th grade enroll in the confirmation class and attend class every Saturday, followed by Mass, during the school year. Interspersed with formal class are opportunities for gathering with neighboring youth groups for a variety of activities, including service, dramatic arts, prayer days and retreats. Confirmation is celebrated at the end of the second year of class participation.
Adults: Adults desiring confirmation are encouraged to attend Mass regularly. Classes are formed on an on-going basis and are conducted in Spanish and English. Please click the link below for more information about Adult Confirmation.
Anointing of the Sick
When bodily ailments are overwhelming, when strength is needed to endure medical procedures and treatments, the sacrament of anointing of the sick is a sure source of grace and healing. Anointing of the Sick is given at the 9:00am Mass on the First Friday of each month. For a home visit, please call the Parish Office directly at (212) 674-3266. For more information about Anointing of the Sick on First Fridays, please click the link below.