St. Francis de Sales Oratory
Sunday Masses
8:30 AM Low Mass
10:30 AM High Mass
5:00 PM Vespers, Benediction
Monday Mass
8:15 AM, Low Mass
Tuesday, and Thursday Mass
12:00 PM Low Mass
Wednesday Mass
5:00 PM Low Mass
Friday Mass
6:00 PM Low Mass
Saturday Mass
9:00 AM Low Mass
Confessions:
30 minutes before every Mass and by request
Always double check on the calendar below for any schedule changes,
Canon Olivier Meney, from the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest, invites you to join us in celebrating the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass in the Extraordinary Form!
Announcements
The Oratory offers Mass in the Traditional Form and we welcome you all to come and join us in celebrating the Mass most beautifully and respectfully! Canon is available to provide all the Sacrament in the Extraordinary Form, i.e. Baptism, Wedding, Extreme Unction, Funeral. If you would like to schedule a wedding, baptism, etc., please contact us! We also have confessions available 30 minutes before every Mass and on demand.
Pontifical Mass on December 29 2025
Mark your calendars
Tue. Jan 20-29: - Novena in preparation of the feast of St Francis de Sales
Wed. Jan 21: - 6:00 pm, Catechism for all groups
Jan 17-25: - Novena to the Infant Child
Jan 18-25: - Octave of the prayer for the Unity of Christians (the collect "Ad Tollendum Schisma" replaces the one for
the Pope)
Sun. Jan 25: - 8:30 am and 10:30 am, Solemnity of Saint Francis de Sales, Patron Saint of the Institute
and of Our Oratory. Veneration of the First Class - Ex Carne - relic of the Saint. Veneration of the Relic of St Francis de Sales
- 5:00 pm, Vespers of St Francis and Benediction
Thu. Feb 29: - 6:00 pm, Feast of Saint Francis de Sales .
Sun. Feb 1: - 8:30 am and 10:30 am, Septuagesima Sunday,
- 5:00, Vespers of St Francis and Benediction
- 6:00 pm, dismounting the Nativity Display. Sursum Corda(Youth Adult group, bring a friend!) is invited
to help. All help welcomed.
Mon. Feb 2: - 6:00 pm, Feast of the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Benediction of the Candles, Procession
around the Oratory and Mass
The Our Lady's Helpers This sodality gets together once a month alternativly on the 1st Saturday, after the 9:00 am Mass or on the 3rd Sunday after 5:00 pm vespers.
The purpose of this group is the sanctification of the members, their spiritual education (Study of the Introduction to the Devout Life by St. Francis de Sales), and the assistance in the numerous need of the Oratory. It is open to all women willing to grow spiritually. Next meeting January 18
Sursum Corda is the national group of young adults of the Institute (17 years old and up). The local branch meets on the third Thursday of the month. Opening prayer, sharing food (brought by members), study of the Sacrements (on seminary level), business meeting, and games.
Sermons
9th Sunday after Pentecost Sunday
10 th Sunday after Pentecost sermon
11th Sunday after Pentecost Sermon
12 Sunday after Pentecost Sermon, Fr DB Thompson
13 Sunday after Pentecost, St Peter Claver Solemnity
16 Sunday after Pentecost, Solemnity of St Therese
17 Sunday after Pentecost, Solemnity of the Holy Rosary
Sunday in the Octave of Christmas
Divers
St Martha’s helpers:
Canon and Abbe’ always appreciate when meals are dropped by the rectory. Thanks for your help- that frees your priest and oblate to dedicate more time to care for souls. Be assured of the prayers of the community. Please contact Gigi Gruspier at 337-532-7090 to coordinate.
Catholic Radio:
Sponsor of the parish Bulletin Proclaiming the Fullness of Truth with Clarity & Charity. Listen on the iCatholic Radio app https://stationsofthecross.com
Good stewardship:
You have been blessed with many talents. Sharing them is good practice. Do not hesitate to step forward. Your help is needed. For example, the reception following the Pontifical Mass would appreciate a few hands. Cheryl Matz would be happy to share her talents with you regarding flower arrangements. Are there any good souls blessed with sewing skills?
Blessed Virgin Mary: Thank you for bringing flowers to Our Mother. The experience has been wonderful and filled with graces. Let's continue to honor the Queen of Angels.
Update for Mass Intentions:
Envelopes to request Masses are available. Have charity to ask for Masses to be said for your beloved departed and living family, friends, acquaintances... Thanks for them.
Altar Flowers:
Would you like to honor a loved one or special event in your life by sponsoring altar flowers? Your intention and sponsorship will also be in the weekly bulletin. For more information, contact Cheryl Matz, 337-794-3034
Honor your family member with a Sanctuary Candle
Contact Steven Coco to reserve the candle in honor of a loved one. The donation is $30 for the week, which can be mailed or placed in a labeled envelope in the collection basket, indicating the name for whom the candle will burn. Email the name to Steven at scoco729@hotmail.com.
If you would like to get involved in the Pro-Life movement or need support please call 773 891 6127
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We also send regular updates on our flocknote! To join our flocknote please text ORATORY01 to 84576!
To join Canon Meney- (773) 891 6127 or canon.meney@institute-christ-king.org
Clergy
Canon Olivier Meney, Rector
Abbe Gilbert Repunte, Clerical Oblate
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