St. Mary Catholic Church

10/24/2026

Fellowship starts with a simple hello. 💙

Use this bingo card as a fun way to meet someone new, learn a little more about the people around you, and build community here at St. Mary.

Whether you’ve been here for years or are brand new, there’s always someone new to know.

10/22/2026

221 crosses. Powerful stories. A witness of hope.

This Respect Life Month, St. Mary remembers lives lost to abortion and shares stories from the Delaware County Fair, where volunteers heard personal testimonies and connected a woman with Project Rachel abortion recovery ministry.

Thank you to Matt D. for creating and setting up our cross display. May we continue to offer compassion, support, and hope to every life.

Read more in our latest newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/delawarestmary/newsletter-102226

10/22/2026

In this week's reflection, Fr. Denis reminds us that we do not know the hour and are called to live each day with faith and readiness.

May we continue to prepare our hearts for Christ's return, living with purpose and sharing God's love with those around us.

10/18/2026

Fr. Pat Toner, in his homily on today's gospel reading (Matthew 22:15-21 - "...repay to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God"), speaks about our obligations to to the world around us.

And on our first reading (Isaiah 45:1, 4-6 - "I am the LORD and there is no other, there is no God besides me") speaks about loving others in everything we do as this puts God first.

Have a very blessed week and stay close to God. 🙏🏼

10/18/2026

Sunday Mass I St. Mary, Delaware, OH

10/17/2026

Today, we celebrate the feast of St. Ignatius of Antioch, one of the great bishops and martyrs of the early Church.

Ignatius served as Bishop of Antioch, one of the most important Christian communities in the ancient world. While being taken as a prisoner from Syria to Rome, he wrote a series of letters to Christian communities along the way. In these letters, he encouraged believers to remain united in Christ and faithful to the Apostles' teachings.

Even as he faced death, his writings show a deep love for Christ and trust in eternal life. He was eventually brought to Rome and killed by wild beasts for his witness to Christ. These wild beasts are often depicted as lions in art.

His life reminds us that faithfulness to Christ requires both courage and unity.

May St. Ignatius inspire us to strengthen one another in faith, remain close to Christ, and live as faithful members of His Church.

St. Ignatius of Antioch, pray for us!

10/16/2026

Hey, St. Mary Young Adults! We have a fun speaker night for you next week on Thursday, October 22...come hear a message about discernment and how God may be calling you to serve Him in your career. See you there!

10/15/2026

Fr. Denis reflects on St. Paul’s words in Galatians and invites us to consider how the fruit of the Spirit is present in our own lives.

Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

Take a moment today to read Galatians 5:18–25 and reflect: How are you living the fruit of the Spirit?

10/15/2026

Hallowed Hayride & Trunk-or-Treat is coming!

Join us Oct. 24 at St. Mary Cemetery at Oak Grove! 🔥 Hayride at 6pm, Trunk or Treat from 6:15–6:45pm, plus a campfire and parish family fun.

Bring winter coats, boots, hats, gloves, sleeping bags, tents, or a monetary gift for Mission Warmth.

📍 Oak Grove Liberty Street entrance

Learn more and RSVP in our most recent newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/delawarestmary/newsletter-6430678

10/13/2026

POP QUIZ: What is a 'corporal' and when does the priest use it during Mass?

Learn about this and more in this rather handy video!

What are the holy objects used at the altar during the Holy Catholi...