St. Vincent de Paul Church

Dear Friends and Families of St. Vincent de Paul,

I was recently asked by a member of SVdP Church to define the meaning of the word, “parishioner.” The question arose out of the belief that he belonged to many parishes. A parishioner is a person that lives within the boundaries or territory designated by the Bishop (Archdiocese), in which the Pastor of the parish has the pastoral care of that person or persons (families). It is the place where the Christian community gathers for the purpose of worship with Christ Jesus to give honor and praise to Our Father who is in heaven (Canon 2179).

The parish initiates the Christian people into the ordinary expression of the liturgical life. It teaches Christ’s saving doctrine and it practices the charity of the Lord in good works and brotherly and sisterly love. What then are the responsibilities of a parishioner? They are obliged to support the parish by attending Sunday Eucharist and other holy days of obligation and to participate in Mass as a priestly people. The obligation does require that we participate at Mass with the Eucharis*c community of faith on Sundays, unless there is a serious reason that prevents us from doing so.

“THOU SHALL KEEP HOLY THE SABBATH DAY.W” e are called to support the parish with our *me talent and treasure. I am thankful to all our parishioners for their support.
Amen!

Fr. Mike
Parish Administrator