April 21, 2024

Please let us know at least two days prior to the event that you will be attending so that we can be sure to have enough materials on hand.

In 2023, the Vatican named St. Andrew’s in Roanoke as a minor basilica. There are only two minor basilicas in our Diocese. If you have not been to St. Andrew’s before, this is one of the most beautiful examples of gothic architecture and a major renovation was completed over the past few years. Monsignor Tom Miller, who celebrates mass at St. Mary’s on a regular basis served as the pastor of St. Andrew’s for 13 years. Come hear St. Andrew’s story of birth, growth, and expansion. After a guided tour and Mass at the basilica, we will have box lunches on the bus as we journey to Bedford to see first hand the story that Father Mike likes to share at our parish’s newcomer orientation regarding the westward expansion of our Diocese with the Irish railroad workers. The Holy Name of Mary in Bedford is a living example of that very story. 

The day will begin early with coffee and donuts in the lower commons during check-in. The bus will leave around 7:15 am. The ride to Roanoke is very scenic. After arriving at St. Andrew’s we will have a guided tour with Mass being celebrated. There will be a lot of walking, so dress comfortably. After Mass, we will give out box lunches to enjoy on the ride to Bedford. Once in Bedford the story of the Holy Name of Mary parish will be shared. This is the 150th anniversary of this church as well.

Join us on Sunday, April 28th for Dinner and Adoration. This event will begin at 6:00 p.m. with dinner in the Lower Commons.

Following dinner, we will move upstairs for Adoration of Christ in the Eucharist. Our prayer will include select Scripture passages, Songs of Praise and Thanksgiving, and Sacred Silence.

This evening is open to all Middle & High School Youth (and their parents).

One of the priorities of Saint Mary’s is to ensure the long-term viability of our church and school community. By focusing on the future, we can ensure the dynamic liturgies, enriching faith formation programs, critical pastoral ministries, and an unparalleled faith based school will be available for the next generations of parishioners. 

We have created the Lumen Christi Legacy Society - Saint Mary’s Catholic Church & School Chapter. The purpose of our Legacy Society is to encourage parishioners to name our parish as a beneficiary in their will and/or estate plans. Bequests are the most common type of legacy gift and is a testament of your faith as a Catholic and the significance Saint Mary’s Church & School has had in your life. 

Creating our new Lumen Christi Legacy Society allows us the opportunity to acknowledge and recognize parishioners who have remembered Saint Mary’s Church & School in their will.