Pray for Our Country!
2020-02-15 07:30 - 08:00 (America/Denver) | Ave Maria Hall, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120
Saturday, Feb. 15 at 7:30 a.m.
Ave Maria Hall
Attention all patriots and people of good faith who support our Constitution and religious liberty! Please join us for the Patriotic Rosary every third Saturday. Contact Mike and Marie Sherman at 740.275.2990.

Getting Grilled
2020-07-22 18:30 - 20:00 | St. Mary Catholic Parish, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120, United States
Our popular summer speaker series continues on Wednesday, July 22 at 6:30 pm on the Pastoral Center lawn. Our guest speaker will be Fr. Nathan Cromly, C.S.J. We will have food and drinks provided by the Knights of Columbus. Plan on bringing your own blankets & lawn chairs and respecting social distancing guidelines during the event.

Vacation Bible School (In Person)
2020-07-27 09:00 - 12:00 | Joachim Hall, 6833 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120
Vacation Bible School is Coming Your Way!
For Preschool–5th Grade
Monday–Friday, July 27–31
9:00 am–12:00 noon
Cost: $50/child
Rocky Railway uses Bible stories, songs, drama, art, and games to help children know and experience God’s love for them. Children will learn how the power of Jesus’ love for them can give them consolation, strength, hope, and joy throughout their lives.
The program and participants will comply with the current state and county guidelines. To participate, children and adult volunteers will be asked health-check questions each day. Children and adults will be in one group of ten for the entire week. Distancing will be practiced. Everyone will wear masks while indoors. Materials and areas will be cleaned and disinfected. Most of the activities will be outdoors (or in a large indoor area).
Register at https://membership.faithdirect.net/events/details/4621.

Farewell to Br. Ignacio
2020-07-31 19:00 - 20:00 | St. Mary Park, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120
Please join us on Friday, July 31 at 7:00 pm at St. Mary Park to show our appreciation and say goodbye to Br. Ignacio. Br. Ignacio will be returning to Madrid August 2 to continue his studies at San Damaso Seminary in the Fall. Dessert and drinks will be provided.

Vacation Bible School (Online)
2020-08-03 10:00 - 12:00
Vacation Bible School is Coming Your Way!
For Preschool–5th Grade!
Monday–Friday, August 3–7
10:00 am–12:00 noon
Cost: $25/child
Children, with parent assistance, will join each day using an electronic platform from home. Activity materials will be available before the week begins by drive-through pick-up for those who have registered. There will be some interactive components, pre-recorded presentations, and individual activity time.
There will be drive-through pick-up of materials on Friday, July 31, or Saturday, August 1, from 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Register at https://membership.faithdirect.net/events/details/4651.

Marian Consecration: 33 Days to Morning Glory
2020-08-04 19:00 - 20:30 | Ave Maria Hall, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120
Marian Consecration with a bold, fresh approach!
If you are looking for…

a simple way to be spiritually renewed,
a deeper relationship with Our Merciful Savior through His Mother,
and “the surest, easiest, shortest, most perfect way to become a saint!” (St. Louis de Monfort),

then join us for 33 Days to Morning Glory small-group retreat! Your preparation begins Tuesday, August 4 and meets each week through September 8 from 7:00-8:30 pm in Ave Maria Hall. Your journey will culminate with your Consecration during the Marian Festival Weekend.
Sign-up for the retreat after all Masses July 25/26 or Aug 1/2, or contact Teresa Birdsall at 720.283.4737 or tbirdsall@stmarylittleton.org OR Dcn. Greg at 303.910.5008 or gfrank@stmarylittleton.org.
Cost is $30 for materials. Seating is limited due to social distancing requirements. Face masks are required. Previous retreatants welcome.

Drive-In Movie at St. Mary!
2020-08-14 19:30 - 21:30 | St. Mary Catholic School, 6833 S. Prince Street, Littleton, CO, 80120
St. Mary Catholic School is hosting a couple of of drive-in movies to raise money for our students! Friday, Aug. 14, we will feature Disney’s “Frozen.” Plan to arrive at 7:30. The movie begins at 8:00 pm on the blacktop by the school.
The suggested donation is $25 per car. Please sign up in advance at signup.com/go/bmWNswg.

Drive-In Movie at St. Mary: "Cars"
2020-08-21 19:30 - 21:30 | St. Mary Catholic School, 6833 S. Prince Street, Littleton, CO, 80120
St. Mary Catholic School is hosting another drive-in movie to raise money for our students! Friday, Aug. 21, we will feature “Cars.” Plan to arrive at 7:30. The movie begins at 8:00 pm on the blacktop by the school.
The suggested donation is $25 per car. Bring your own snacks. Please sign up in advance at signup.com/go/bmWNswg.

Getting Grilled
2020-08-26 18:30 - 20:30 | St. Mary Catholic Parish, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120, United States
The final meeting of our summer speaker series “Getting Grilled” will be on August 26th at 6:30 pm.
Scott Elmer, Executive Director of Evangelization and Family Life Ministries at the Archdiocese of Denver will be speaking to us about St. John Paul II’s vision for evangelization.
Following his example and heeding the call of this great “missionary” Pope in documents such as Redemptoris Missio and Christifideles Laici, Catholics everywhere can learn to feel confident in proclaiming the truth of the Gospel to the ends of the earth! It is our baptismal call to spread the peace of Christ in charity.
The Knights of Columbus provide Brats, Hot Dogs, Chips and Drinks (food is free but donations are appreciated). We meet on the front lawn of the parish rectory and office building. Plan on bringing your own blankets & lawn chairs and respecting social distancing guidelines during the event.
All are welcome!

Mass with Blessing of Icons Live Sunday at 11:30!
2020-08-30 11:30 - 13:00 | St. Mary Catholic Parish, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120, United States
Join us on YouTube and Facebook this Sunday, Aug. 30 at 11:30 am for Mass with Archbishop Aquila, where he will bless our newly-painted icons. We’ve waited a long time to finally host this event with our Archbishop! It will be a beautiful and fitting conclusion to our construction project.
Links: YouTube, Facebook

RESCHEDULED: Drive-In Movie at St. Mary Friday Sept. 4!
2020-09-04 19:30 - 22:00 | St. Mary Catholic School, 6833 S. Prince Street, Littleton, CO, 80120
Join us this Friday for another drive in movie night featuring the original “Mary Poppins!” Bring your favorite drinks and snacks. Doors open at 7:30 and the movie begins at 8. Sign up at signup.com/go/RtzoXbS.
The proceeds of this fundraiser will go directly to helping the school cover expenses for our safer re-opening. If you are unable to attend but would like to send a donation, you may drop it at the school office or text to give at 720-927-9988 and select your donation to go to the school.

Parish Office Closed Sept. 6
2020-09-07
The parish office will be closed Monday, Sept. 6 in observance of Labor Day.

Drive-Up Food Drive at St. Mary!
2020-09-12 09:00 - 15:00 | St. Mary Catholic Parish, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120, United States
9:00 to 3:00 pm outside Marian Hall (lower level driveway). See details here!

Prophetic Church: Reaching Others for Christ
2020-09-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Ave Maria Hall, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, Colorado, 80120
Scott Elmer, the Executive Director of Evangelization and Family Life Ministries of the Archdiocese of Denver, will be running his doctoral project at St. Mary and he is in need of volunteer participants who are fully initiated Catholics looking to grow in their desire and ability to reach others with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
The project is titled “Prophetic Church,” because in baptism, all of the faithful are anointed as priests, prophets and kings in Jesus Christ. The prophetic anointing specifically empowers us to proclaim the Kingdom of Jesus and be His witnesses in the world.
The project will meet once a week for six weeks on Wednesday evenings from September 16 to October 21. The meetings will take place in Ave Maria Hall from 6:30–8:30 pm. Participation is FREE.
If you are interested and would like to register or have any questions, please email Scott at scottelmer86@gmail.com.

Thursday Adoratio with St. John Paul II
2020-09-17 19:00 - 20:00 | St. Mary Catholic Parish, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120, United States
Every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in the church, starting Sept. 17, going deeper in the teachings of St. John Paul II:

1st Thursday: Couples, The Way of the Church—Letter to the Families
2nd Thursday: Youth, The Way of Hope—Letter to the Youth
3rd Thursday: Women, The Feminine Genius—Letter to the Women
4th and 5th Thursdays: Professionals and Parish Groups

NEW: Tuesday Evening Bible Study!
2020-09-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Ave Maria Hall, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, Colorado, 80120
Join us for Mary: A Biblical Walk with the Blessed Mother at St. Mary’s beginning September 22 at 7:00 pm in Ave Maria Hall, and continuing every Tuesday until November 10.
Filmed on location in the Holy Land, Mary: A Biblical Walk with the Blessed Mother will place you in the midst of the powerful drama of Mary’s earthly life, taking you through her joys and her sorrows. You will learn how she works in our lives today, drawing us ever closer to her divine Son. Seeing Mary in this way will change you forever. She will become a part of your daily life and help you to become more like Christ.
All COVID guidelines will be strictly followed for the meetings.
The cost is just $30! For more information or to register for the study, call Anthony at 720.283.4726 or email afortunato@stmarylittleton.org.

Eucharistic Procession at Planned Parenthood
2020-09-26 10:00 - 11:00
The fall 40 Days for Life campaign kicks off on Wednesday, September 23. We invite you to get involved early by joining in a Eucharistic Procession around Planned Parenthood on Saturday, September 26, from 10:00–11:00 am. The address is 7155 E 38th Avenue, Denver. Following the Eucharistic Procession, Fr. Javier O’Connor will celebrate Mass at 11:30. Please join us as we continue to work for an end to abortion, conversion of those who work in the abortion industry, and prayer for those who are considering abortion.

High School Ministry Kickoff!
2020-09-26 17:30 - 18:30 | St. Mary Park, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120
We invite all high school teens to join us for a kickoff social on Saturday, Sep. 26 following the 4:30 pm Mass. We will meet at 5:30 pm at St. Mary Park or the Youth Room (depending on weather).
We will present the calendar we are preparing for high school events this year. We are trying to accommodate as many families as possible which is why we will be having events on various days throughout the year.
Here is an outline of our plan:

Adoratio with JPII: Holy Hour with Eucharistic Adoration dedicated to the youth of the parish every first Thursday of the month (beginning Oct. 1st at 7:00 pm)!
2–3 Small group meetings per month
One Large group gathering each month
Monthly hikes where the youth can join the Wojtyla Hikers ministry
3-4 “culture building” events throughout the year (talent show, poetry reading, dancing , etc.)

During the 2–3 weeks of each month where small groups will meet, those can be flexibly scheduled and meet at a family’s home.
Registrations are open! Go to www.stmarylittleton.org/youth to register!
Questions? Please contact Anthony at AFortunato@StMaryLittleton.org.

National Life Chain Sunday
2020-10-04 14:00 - 15:00
Oct. 4, 2:00–3:00 pm
Corner of Broadway and Belleview
It’s time for our 17th annual Life Chain event! Please come and join us for one short hour of PEACEFUL PRO-LIFE WITNESS. It’s easy. We hold a sign on the public sidewalk and pray and the Holy Spirit does the rest! Signs are provided on the southeast corner of Broadway and Belleview starting at 1:55pm.
Safety first, of course. No graphic pictures. Feel free to bring strollers, umbrellas, sunscreen, rosaries and water bottles. Pro-Life t-shirts welcome.
For encouragement or questions, call Mary Hoeft at 303.475.3642. For additional information, please visit https://lifechain.org.

A Conversation on Prop 115
2020-10-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Joachim Hall, 6833 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120
Please join us for a conversation on Prop 115 on Wednesday, Oct. 14 at 6:30 pm in Joachim Hall, featuring Dr. Michelle Standford, MD, of Centennial Pediatrics. Dr. Stanford will discuss the harsh facts of late-term abortion, and will answer your questions on why passing Prop 115 is absolutely vital in the cause of preserving life.

We will also livestream this event on Facebook. Don’t miss it!

Unplanned: the Movie
2020-10-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Ave Maria Hall, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, Colorado, 80120
Join us for a showing of this seminal film on the abortion industry, and the story of one person’s awakening to the horrors of abortion.

Patriotic Rosary
2020-10-17 07:30 - 08:00 | St. Mary Catholic Parish, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120, United States
Patriotic Rosary
Saturday, October 17 at 7:30 am
Come pray for our country. A Patriotic rosary is held the third Saturday of each month at 7:30 am in the sanctuary. The patriotic rosary is a tribute to our veterans and all who have served our nation. It is a rosary that includes prayers for all aspects of our government and it gives insight on the deep faith of some of our founding fathers.

Thursday Adoratio with St. John Paul II
2020-10-29 19:00 - 20:00 | St. Mary Catholic Parish, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120, United States
Oct. 29: We will focus on Fr. Michael J. McGivney, on the occasion of his upcoming beatifcation.

Mass for Fr. Michael J. McGivney
2020-11-01 11:30 - 12:30 | St. Mary Catholic Parish, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120, United States
Sunday, Nov. 1 at 11:30 am
Join us for a special celebration of the beatification of Fr. Michael J. McGivney, founder of the the Knights of Columbus. Mass will include a K of C Color Guard and reserved seating. This Mass will be live streamed for those who are unable to attend. Open to all. MASS SIGNUP REQUIREMENTS APPLY.

Parish Office Closed Nov. 26–27
2020-11-26 - 2020-11-27
The parish office will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 26 and 27, in observance of Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving Day Masses: 7:30, 9:00, 10:15
2020-11-26 07:30 - 11:30 | St. Mary Catholic Parish, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120, United States
Join us for a special Mass in honor of Thanksgiving Day.
We are now offering three Masses this day: 7:30 am, 9:00 am, and 10:15 am. Signups are required.

Immaculate Conception Mass Times
2020-12-07 - 2020-12-08 | St. Mary Catholic Parish, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120, United States
We will celebrate Mass for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary at these times:

Monday, Dec. 7: 7:00 pm (vigil)
Tuesday, Dec. 8: 6:30 am, 8:15 am, 12:00 noon, and 7:00 pm

Signups are required: sign up here.
Remember: the obligation to attend Mass is still suspended due to COVID-19 protocols.

Mass for Those Who Lost an Unborn Child
2020-12-11 19:00 - 20:00 | St. Mary Catholic Parish, 6853 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120, United States
We will offer a special Mass on Dec. 11 at 7:00 pm for those who have experienced the loss of an unborn child. All are welcome to attend—signing up is NOT required.

Virtual Advent Retreat
2020-12-12 13:00 - 15:15
All parishioners are invited to join us via Facebook for a livestream of our RCIA Advent Retreat. We will have two sessions:

1:00–1:30 pm: Mary, Star of Advent—Hope and Prayer
2:45–3:15 pm: The School of Hope

Our Facebook page is at www.facebook.com/stmarylittleton. You do not need an account to watch the livestream. We will make a recorded version available for you to watch later and materials will be available on our website.

Guided by the Spirit
2020-12-15 18:30 - 20:00 | School Youth Room, 6833 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO, 80120
Fr. O’Connor is very excited in this Guided by the Spirit journey, and the students match his enthusiasm!
The class schedule for the remainder of this year is below, beginning at 6:30 pm and ending at 8:00 pm.

Tuesday, December 15
Tuesday, December 22

It would be helpful to know if you plan to attend. Please rsvp (yes only) to apostolate@boyleboys.com or text to 720.935.9439.
Directions to the Youth Room: Turn west on the lower driveway – north side of the church building. Drive a short distance toward a small parking lot. On the left is the blue door to the Youth Room (south and slightly east of the small parking lot). Please let me know if you need further directions.
