Special Masses & Services
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Special Masses & ServicesThroughout the year, St. Thomas Becket celebrates special Masses, blessings and seasonal programs.
Photo on the right: Blessing of the Beasts -
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Blessing of the beasts
On an early October Sunday afternoon around the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi (Oct. 4th), St. Thomas Becket blesses beasts of all types.
If it can walk, crawl, fly, swim, slither or hop and is beloved by its human family, it's welcome at this noisy, energetic and unpredictable ceremony!
Stick around after the blessing for treats and socialization for pets and humans alike!
Check the bulletin and website or listen to Mass announcements in late September for details.
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mass ofremembrance
At the 5:00 pm Mass on the first Saturday of November, we celebrate our Mass of Remembrance in which all who attend may name and light a candle for their deceased loved ones. A reception follows Mass.
Throughout the month of November, all are invited to write the names of beloved dead in our Remembrance Book which is enthroned next to the Paschal Candle. All are also invited to bring framed photos of deceased loved ones for display in the sanctuary.
Check the bulletin and website and listen to Mass announcements in late October for details.
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anointingof the sick
One Sunday each fall, we gather for the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick.
Anyone physically, emotionally or spiritually ill or injured, anticipating or recovering from surgery or finding old age burdensome, is welcome to receive this sacrament.
Check the bulletin and website and listen to Mass announcements in October for details.
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