Adoration

Adorers pray before the Blessed Sacrament from 8:30 am until 8:30pm every Wednesday.

“The time you spend with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament is the best time that you will spend on earth. Each moment that you spend with Jesus will deepen your union with Him and make your soul everlastingly more glorious and beautiful in heaven, and will help bring about an everlasting peace on earth.” – St. Teresa of Calcutta

Praying at Eucharistic adoration is an invitation to spend unhurried, silent time in the physical presence of Jesus Christ. It is an opportunity to experience deep spiritual rest, heal from burdens, and build a more intimate, personal relationship with God without the distractions of daily life.

Morning Prayer

Begin each day in the presence of the Lord by joining our parish community for Morning Prayer, also known as Lauds, from the Church’s Liturgy of the Hours.

Together, we offer praise and thanksgiving to God as we consecrate the day to Him through the praying of psalms, sacred Scripture, intercessions, and hymns that have nourished the faith of Christians for centuries.

Gather for Morning Prayer reminds us that every day is a gift from God and that we are strengthened when we begin our work, studies, and responsibilities united in prayer. As one parish family, we lift our hearts to the Lord, entrust our intentions to His care, and seek the grace too live as faithful disciples throughout the day.

Whether you are a lifelong participant in the Liturgy of the Hours or are praying it for the first time, you are invited to join us Tuesday through Friday at 7:25 am each week, as we greet the new day together in faith, hope, and joy.

“O God, you are my God, for you O long; for you, my soul is thirsting.” –Psalm 63:1

Solemn Vespers

As the Lord’s Day draws to a close, we invite you to gather with our parish community for Solemn Vespers, the evening prayer of the Church. Rooted in the ancient tradition of the Liturgy of the hours, Vespers sanctifies Scripture, hymns, and prayers of thanksgiving, allowing us to praise God for the blessings of the day and entrust ourselves to His care for the week ahead.

Praying Solemn Vespers together unites us with Catholics throughout the world and across centuries in the Church’s continual offering of praise. In the beauty of sacred music prayerful silence, and communal worship, we are drawn more deeply into the mystery of Christ and strengthened as one family of faith.

Join us each Sunday evening at 6:00 pm in the church, as we end the Lord’s Day in peace, gratitude, and joyful praise, lifting our hearts together to God.

“Let my prayer be counted as incense before you, and the lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice.” –Psalm 141:2

Rosary

The Rosary is a cherished devotion of the Church that leads us ever more deeply into the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ through the loving intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. As we pray the mysteries of the Rosary together, we entrust our intentions to the Lord, and grow in peace, hope, and love.

Our parish community invites you to join us in praying the Rosary. Whether you have prayed it for many years or are learning for the first time, this beautiful prayer offers a quiet refuge in the midst of life’s busyness and a powerful way to draw closer to Christ. Together, we place our joys, sorrows and hopes into Mary’s hands, confident that she always leads us to her Son.

“Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee.” –Luke 1:28

Come pray with us as we seek the intercession of Our Blessed Mother and grow together in faith, united as one parish family in the love of Christ.

• Mondays at 4:30 pm—Flame of Love Rosary. The Flame of Love Rosary is a Catholic devotional prayer aimed at spiritually combating evil, saving souls, and deepening one’s faith. Rooted in the messages given to Hungarian mystic Elizabeth Kindelmann in the 1960s, it is believed to carry a powerful grace that blinds Satan.
• Tuesdays 6:00 pm—Pro-life Rosary. Join us to pray for the protection of unborn children, an end to abortion, and the conversion of hearts toward a culture of life.
• Saturdays 9:00 am-Monica’s Militia Rosary. St. Monica’s Militia is a women’s ministry at St. Cecilia’s formed to pray for family members who have fallen away from the church. St. Monica prayed for years for the conversion of her husband, mother-in-law and son and lived to see them all brought into the church. She is a model of patience and perseverance that we can follow and request her intercession for our prodigals. All women of the church are welcome to come and pray for their own family members and for those in our parish family
• Saturday and Sundays 30 minutes prior to each Mass

Devotions

What are Devotions?

Devotions are manifestations of our profound love of God, rooted in worship and service to His Holy Name. As Catholics, it is our readiness to give honor and glory to God, whether in public or private prayer or by performing some act of God’s will, that exercises our own spirituality. Through prayer, our devotions reaffirm our total commitment to our Lord, Jesus Christ. And in return, we hope to obtain favors that only He can provide through infinite mercy and blessings. These prayers, novenas, litanies and meditations are designed to help Catholics grow in their faith and love of God.

Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

First Friday of each month following the 8:00 am Mass

“I promise you in the excessive mercy of My Heart that My all-powerful love will grant to all those who communicate on the First Friday in none consecutive months the grace of final penitence; they shall not die in My disgrace nor without receiving their sacraments; My divine Heart shall be their safe refuge in this last moment.”—Our Lord to St. Margaret Mary

The Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus on the first Friday of the month is a practice in the Catholic Church that originated from a vision of Jesus Christ to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque in the 17 th century. In the vision, Jesus revealed His Sacred heart, which symbolizes His love for humanity. He asked St. Margaret Mary to promote this devotion and to receive Holy Communion on the first Friday of every month in reparation for the sins committed against His Scared Heart.

On the first Friday of the month, Catholics are encouraged to attend Mass and receive Holy Communion (in a state of grace). They are also asked to spend time in prayer and contemplation, meditating on the love and mercy of Jesus Christ and offering reparation for the sins committed against His Sacred Heart.

Prayer Line

At St. Cecilia Catholic Church, we believe in the power of prayer and the strength found in lifting one another up to God. Our Prayer Line Ministry is a compassionate community dedicated to praying for those experiencing illness, grief, uncertainty, thanksgiving, or any special intention. Whether your need is great or small, prayer requests are received with care and entrusted to faithful parishioners who intercede with hope and love.

“Do not worry about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God.”—Philippians 4:6

If you would like to be a part of this ministry, you can sign up through Flocknote or contact the parish office. 

A CALL TO FASTING AND PRAYER

The Seven Sisters Apostolate and Fasting Brothers are collaborative ministries dedicated to prayer, support, and spiritual growth within the Catholic community. Comprised of women in the Seven Sisters Apostolate and men in the Fasting Brothers, these groups commit to daily prayer and fasting for the intentions of priests, offering spiritual support and encouragement to those who serve the Church. Through their sacrificial offerings and steadfast devotion, members of these apostolates strengthen the priesthood, foster unity, and uphold the spiritual well-being of clergy members. Grounded in faith and service, the Seven Sisters Apostolate and Fasting Brothers embody the Church's call to intercede for one another, fostering a deeper sense of communion and solidarity in the Body of Christ.

The Seven Sisters Apostolate is a call to strengthen the Church by ensuring that a Holy Hour is prayed each day of the week for the sole intention of a specific priest or bishop—a “holy wasting” (cf. Mt. 26:10) or lavishing of prayer for his deeper conformity to Christ. The Seven Sisters are women who commit to praying one hour one day a week in front of the altar for the intention of their pastor. Each member commits to a Holy Hour on a distinct day of the week, thus covering a complete week. The commitment is to that day; the Seven Sister may pray at any time on that day. If she is unable to offer her Holy Hour, she is to secure a substitute.

Fasting Brothers are men who commit to fasting one day a week exclusively for the intention of their pastor. Each man chooses what type of fast he will offer, e.g. no food all day, only bread and water, not eating until 3pm, —whatever he discerns from the Holy Spirit. It should be sacrificial. On the specific day of the week to which he has committed, a Fasting Brother offers his fast solely for the intentions of the parish pastor.

The Church is under attack like never before. Our priests daily face the brunt of Satan’s brutal assault. Like officers bravely leading the charge into battle, our priests need the support of the entire Church Militant. The Seven Sisters, who offer up a Holy Hour each day of the week for the pastor provide the prayer and the Fasting Brothers complement it with their fasts. We need both!

If you are interested in Joining our Seven Sister Apostolate or our band of Fasting Brothers, for the intentions our parish priest, please contact the parish office.