St. Paul Catholic Church

05/31/2026

Several 2026 graduates were present at the 9:30 mass today. They received a special blessing as they begin the next chapter of their lives.

05/31/2026

Father Saimel shared the new monstrance with us today. It will be used during Eucharistic Adoration. Isn't it beautiful?

05/31/2026

9:30am

05/29/2026

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Yes, what we wear to Mass does matter, not because God judges us by fashion or wealth, but because clothing can express reverence, humility, and love for the sacred.

For Catholics, the Holy Mass is not simply a gathering or social event. It is the worship of God and the re-presentation of Christ’s sacrifice on Calvary. Catholics believe Jesus is truly present in the Holy Eucharist. Because of that, the way we dress can reflect our interior disposition toward Him.

Throughout Scripture, clothing often symbolizes respect and holiness:
God instructed special garments for worship in the Old Testament.
People wore their best garments for important occasions.

Jesus Himself speaks of a “wedding garment” in the Gospel (Matthew 22:11–14), symbolizing readiness and honor before God.

The Church does not require expensive clothing or luxury. A poor person in simple clean clothes can honor God more than someone dressed extravagantly without reverence. What matters is modesty, dignity, and intentionality.
Many Catholics choose to:
Dress modestly and respectfully
Avoid clothing that is overly revealing or distracting
Wear their “Sunday best” when possible
Veil or dress more traditionally as a sign of devotion, especially women in some cultures
At the same time, charity is important. People come to Mass from many situations work, poverty, travel, illness, or difficult circumstances. The Church welcomes everyone. We should avoid judging others based on appearance alone.
A good question is: “If I were going to meet Christ face-to-face, how would I want to present myself?”
Because at Mass, Catholics believe we truly are in the presence of Jesus Christ in the Most Holy Eucharist.

05/29/2026

Pray for Father Saimel and his fellow priests!! We want them around for a long, long time!❤️

05/24/2026

12pm Spanish Mass

05/24/2026

We have a budding pianist in our church! I can't wait to hear him play our new piano!
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05/23/2026