St. Mary's Bulletin (3/2/25) by St. Mary's Park City

WELCOME TO ST. MARY’S

In 1881, God gave a small group of miners a mission to bring to these mountains the world’s greatest treasure: the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ, the Eucharist, and the Faith and Charity that flow from Him.

Today, that mission has spread from the streets of Old Town Park City, to the meadows of White Pine Canyon, to the Heber Valley and beyond. St. Mary’s seeks to evangelize, catechize, give back in Charity, and enrich the community through the Catholic Faith and its intellectual, artistic, and cultural traditions. To bring all the treasure of Jesus Christ, for the salvation of souls, and the Greater Glory of God!

Newcomers and Visitors: Thank you for joining us. We invite you to learn more about St. Mary’s Church at our website: StMarysParkCity.com .

ARE YOU A VISITOR? ON VACATION? WE WANT TO HEAR WHERE YOU ARE FROM!

SEE OUR GUEST MAP GO TO: STMARYSPARKCITY.COM/GUEST-MAP

FILL OUT THE SURVEY AND WE’LL ADD A PIN TO FILL UP THE MAP!

MASS TIMES, CONFESSION, ADORATION, & VISITING HOURS

ST. MARY’S CHURCH

1505 White Pine Canyon Rd, Park City 84060 (435) 649-9676 - StMarysParkCity.com

Office Hours (Mon-Thur) 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday English Mass: 5:30 PM

Sunday English Mass: 8:00 AM, 10:30 AM

Domingo Misa en Español: 1:00 PM

Sunday Latin Mass: 3:00 PM

Sunday Sung Vespers: 4:45 PM

Daily Mass: Mon - Fri 8:00 AM

Confession: Tues, Thurs, Sat 4:30 - 5:30 PM

Adoration Holy Hour: Mon 5 PM | Thu 8:30 AM

Visiting Hours: Mon - Thurs 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM Fri 3:00 - 6:00 PM

ST. MARY’S OLD TOWN CHAPEL

121 Park Ave, Park City 84060

Visiting Hours: Daily during daylight hours.

ST. LAWRENCE MISSION

5 South 100 West, Heber City 84032 (435) 654-4035 - StLawrenceMission.org

Office Hours (Mon-Thur) 10 AM - 5 PM

Saturday English Mass: 5:00 PM

Sunday Bilingual Mass: 8:00 AM

Sunday English Mass: 10:00 AM

Domingo Misa en Español: 12:00 PM

Daily Mass: Mondays and Thursdays 9:30 AM

Misa en Español: Miércoles 6:00 PM

Confession: Mondays and Thursdays 10:00 AM

Adoration + Confession: Wed. 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

ST. LAWRENCE THRIFT STORE

84 S 100 W, Heber City, UT 84032 (435) 657-0209 - StLawrenceThriftStore.com

Wed - Fri 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sat 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Donation Center located at Old Town Chapel in Park City

For upcoming liturgies, visit StMarysParkCity.com/LITURGY

ASH WEDNESDAY

WED, MARCH 5

St. Mary’s Ash Wednesday Mass will begin at 8 AM. If you can’t make it, you can stop by throughout the day from 9 AM - 7 PM to receive ashes.

Ash Wednesday is not a Holyday of Obligation, though fasting and abstinence from meat is required.

Want to get more out of Lent this year? Starting Ash Wednesday, pick up a copy of the 2025 Guide to Lent, which lists upcoming events, retreats, Lenten prayer groups, activities, and more!

ST. MARY’S CHARITY IN 2024

How You Brought Christ to Those In Need

UBI CARITAS et amor, Deus ibi est. “Where there is charity and love, there is God.” These are the opening words of a very ancient hymn of the Church sung on Holy Thursday with the washing of feet. And they are the theme, the motto, the St. Mary’s Church family took up in 2024.

Fr. Gray washes the feet of parishioners on Holy Thursday

YOU PROVIDED

THE DIRECTOR OF CHARITY

Last year, thanks to your prayers, service, and support, St. Mary’s was blessed with the hire of our first-ever full-time Director of Charity Maria Villar to expand the parish’s charitable ministries!

YOU

ENSURED

A HOLISTIC AND COLLABORATIVE

SANCTUARY FOR THE MOST VULNERABLE

Since its beginning in 1881, St. Mary’s has always played an important role in providing for the charitable needs of the greater community. And during the lockdown and pandemic you again allowed the parish to step into immediate action, providing hundreds of thousands of dollars in housing and financial assistance, food, clothes, diapers, toys, car seats, cribs, and tutoring.

In 2024, building on that tradition and recent pandemic experiences, St. Mary’s sought to be the sanctuary of charity in the Wasatch Back to holistically and collaboratively address and answer the challenges faced by the most vulnerable in our high cost-of-living community.

YOU SECURED

SAFE, STABLE, & LOVING HOMES FOR FAMILIES MOST IN NEED

That holistic and collaborative approach begins with the principle of “housing-first.” St. Mary’s firm conviction, based on our experience serving thousands of families, is that the flourishing of those we assist begins by helping them secure a safe, stable, loving home. In this high cost-ofliving community there is a huge unfulfilled need for housing assistance. And, through you, St. Mary’s uniquely fulfills that need. St. Mary's community partners look to our Church Family for help with providing housing to those in need. Community partners come to St. Mary’s because they know this parish gets the job done. They know St. Mary's charitably, compassionately, and effectively helps those in need secure a home.

St. Mary’s new Director of Charity, Maria Villar

CHARITY 0% OVERHEAD

Every Gift You Make to St. Mary’s Charity Fund Goes Directly to Those in Need

Your generosity makes the greatest possible difference. 100% of your gifts to St. Mary’s Charity Fund go directly to providing homes, food, clothing, health and educational/legal support, care, and more to local families in need. It also supports other charitable needs at the discretion of the pastor.

Every dollar you donate plays a vital role in uplifting lives, fostering stability, offering genuine care, and renewing hope among our neighbors. Your contributions empower us to make a real difference while enabling our pastor to address emergent community needs as they arise. Thank you for your continued support in making these essential services possible.

Assistance is available to anyone in the community in need, regardless of religious affiliation.

WHO YOU SERVED

YOU HELPED 395 LOCAL FAMILIES IN NEED

You showed the face of Christ to . . .

123 Single Mothers and their Children

10 Seniors and their Caretakers

A Family with a Parent Who Recently Lost Their Job

50 Victims of Domestic Violence

46 People Suffering from Mental or Major Health Conditions

Families Facing Eviction

Community Members in Need of Educational Assistance

And More . . .

THE NUMBERS

395

During the past year, 395 families reached out to St. Mary’s in moments of deep vulnerability. As a sanctuary of Charity, through our holistic and collaborative approach, we ensured each family received the specific care they needed. Sometimes that meant direct financial assistance from St. Mary’s, other times collaborating with our trusted community partners who could offer specialized resources, and still with others it meant walking with them in friendship and offering pastoral care.

70.1%

277 Households

About 70% of our applications—277 households—received direct financial assistance, with each household receiving an average of $524 during their time of crisis.

St. Mary’s could immediately step into action to financially assist 277 households. While some required help with housing or food, others needed support for healthcare, education, or legal matters. This range of needs underscores the importance of a comprehensive approach to community assistance, ensuring that each person’s unique circumstances are addressed.

GABRIEL PROJECT DOMESTIC VICTIMS

The St. Mary’s Gabriel Project, delivered $28,800 in aid to mothers in need during just the first half of the fiscal year, independent of our regular Charity Fund.

St. Mary’s further helped 50 victims of domestic violence, many of whom are mothers with young children. These courageous individuals, found a lifeline in our ministry despite dangerous and daunting challenges.

Real People . . .

Being a single mother in Park City presents unique challenges, especially with the rising cost of living. Pilar, a hardworking mother of five, faced an overwhelming situation trying to balance work, childcare, and providing for her family, all without a car. Her strength and resilience to keep going for her children are truly inspiring. Through your support of St. Mary’s Charity Fund in 2024, Pilar and her family avoided eviction and received resources to regain stability and hope for the future.

S AINT MARY’S

CATHOLIC CHURCH • PARK CITY

1505 White Pine Canyon Rd. • Park City, UT 84060 • StMarysParkCity.com • (435) 649-9676

Mid Fiscal Year Financial Summary and Position – 12/31/24

Through the continued generosity of you, our parishioners and visitors, our year-to-date revenues of $1,243,300 are slightly ahead of our mid-year projections. Parish activity has shown Mass attendance continues to exceed the prior year by 4%. New parish registrations are on the rise at an annual rate of 137 versus 111 at this time last year. Baptisms continue to exceed 100 annually and we celebrated 50 wedding’s and quinceañera’s this past year. There continues to be great need in our community for charitable assistance for families and single mothers. St Mary’s has responded to over 400 requests in the past year and has financially supported 114 households this fiscal year through December at an average rate of $564 per household.

Our year-to-date expenses are under budget by $161,000 with delayed spending for some building maintenance expenditures and timing of expenses. The Gabriel Project ministry, serving young and expectant mothers, has provided $32,500 of assistance for the first half of this fiscal year. Overall, we continue to manage expenses well within budgeted levels.

The parish established an endowment with the Catholic Foundation of Utah as a reserve for the future, larger maintenance projects. The parish has contributed $145,500 along with parishioner’s investment of $100,000 to date. In addition to this longer-term investment, in partnership with My Catholic Will, we are facilitating those who are interested in leaving a lasting legacy with a bequest.

The parish’s financial position remains stable, thanks in large part to consistent participation in online giving and several large donations. We thank our parishioners and visitors for their continued generous support of the parish and its ministries.

Respectfully submitted by Sandy Foley, Parish Administrator, and the Parish Finance Council

If you too are interested in helping ensure the future of St. Mary’s by leaving a bequest in your will, please contact Justin Hibbard directly at jhibbard@stmarysparkcity.com or (410-353-1022).

ST. MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION + SINCE 1881 +

Readings for this weekends’s Mass can be found on page 596 of the blue book.

Entrance: ENTRANCE HYMN

GATHER US IN

Responsorial Psalm:

Reserved. Reprinted under One License A-607411

Communion:

Responsorial Psalm:

RESPONSORIAL PSALM

PSALM 92

Communion:

Preparation of the Gifts:OFFERTORY YOU ARE THE HEALING

No collection is taken during Mass. Thank you for your generosity using the envelope in the pew in front of you.

COMMUNION

HYMN OF PRAISE

Responsorial Psalm:

Communion:

Reserved. Reprinted under One License A-607411

LEAD ME, LORD

Communion:

Reserved. Reprinted under One License A-607411

WHAT’S UPCOMING

MORNING COFFEE WITH FR. GRAY

ONLINE | SATURDAY - WEDNESDAY AT 9:00 AM

Each day, enjoy your morning coffee while listening to the readings and hearing from Fr. Christopher Gray, pastor of St. Mary’s Church in Park City, UT! Log on at StMarysParkCity.com/Coffee.

ASH WEDNESDAY

ST. MARY’S CHURCH| WED, MARCH 5, AT 8 AM - 7 PM

Ash Wednesday (day of fast and abstinence) is on March 5. Mass will be at 8 AM, though you can stop by any time until 7 PM to receive ashes. Bring in your old palms to the sacristy this month to be burned.

NOCTURNAL ADORATION

ST. MARY’S CHURCH | FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 7 PM - 7 AM

Come pray for vocations every first Friday of the month! Join us for a night of Adoration, the divine office, and more, featuring prayers in English, Spanish, and Latin.

SACRED TWILIGHT EVENSONG

ST. MARY’S CHURCH | THURSDAY, MARCH 13, AT 6:30 PM

Mitchell Sturges (tenor) and Emily Williams (piano) will perform “Sacred Twilight,” an evensong prayer recital at St. Mary’s. Admission is free and all are invited to attend.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARTY

SOCIAL HALL| SAT, MARCH 15, AT 6:30 PM

All are invited to the St. Patrick’s Day party hosted by the Knights of Columbus. Come for food, drinks, and fun. Tickets available online at StMarysParkCity.com/Knights.

PARISH SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS

STAFF LEADERSHIP

READ THIS WEEKEND’S SUNDAY REFLECTION

StMarysParkCity.com/Celebrate-Sunday

PRAYER ON THE MOUNTAIN

If you are skiing at PCMR on Sunday, March 2, consider attending Prayer on the Mountain offered by the PC Interfaith Council. Sandy Foley of St. Mary’s is leading the prayer to include the readings for the day and a reflection for inspiration. When: Sun. March 2 at 1:30 PM. Take the Bonanza Chair lift up to the top of Claim Jumper and ski down to the Assessment cutoff. The Worship Services sign is listed below the ski run signs. The Prayer Service is held in front of the trees.

MASS AND PRAYER INTENTIONS

To submit Mass or prayer intentions, visit StMarysParkCity.com/intentions, or call or email for more info: (435) 649-9676 / gcortes@stmarysparkcity.com.

Si Usted desea solicitar una intención para una Misa, favor de visitar StMarysParkCity.com/ intentions o llamar a la oficina y hablar con Gracie Cortés para mas información. (435) 649-9676 / gcortes@stmarysparkcity.com.

Pastor

Fr. Christopher Gray Call/Text or Schedule: stmarysparkcity.com/frgray

Parochial Vicar

Fr. Paulraj Rayappa prayappa@stmarysparkcity.com

RCIA, Baptismal & Marriage Prep

Deacon Tom Tosti (435) 783-5831 - ttosti@stmarysparkcity.com

Parish Administrator

Sandy Foley (435) 940-5455 - sfoley@stmarysparkcity.com

Development & Marriage Preparation

Justin Hibbard (410) 353-1022 - jhibbard@stmarysparkcity.com

Director of Charity

Maria Villar (435) 940-5452 -mvillar@stmarysparkcity.com

Dir. of Rel. Ed., Middle & H.S. Youth, & Safe Env. Lauri Hawkins (435) 940-5453 - lhawkins@stmarysparkcity.com

Dir. of Evangelization

Anthony Jewett (435) 237-5531 - ajewett@stmarysparkcity.com

Dir. of Communications

Anthony Mazur amazur@stmarysparkcity.com

Receptionist and Dir. of Hispanic Ministry

Gracie Cortes (435) 649-9676 - gcortes@stmarysparkcity.com

Director of Music Ministry

Joe Demers saintmarysmusicministry@gmail.com