This is a 10-week series for people who are divorced or have already filed for divorce. This series will offer confidential, faith-based understanding and help with coping, giving you the direction and support needed to heal and to move forward through the stages of recovery.

On Tuesday, Sept. 17, we begin our fourth year with Fr. Armando's monthly teaching sessions, Guided by the Spirit. We will begin this season focusing on prayer, as presented in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. We will have discussion, Q & A, and fellowship. All are welcome! No previous attendance is necessary. Contact Monica at monica@boyleboys.com.

Nazareth Elementary School is an engaging program where children in grades K-4 have fun, make friends and share faith in a dynamic environment. Children learn how to live the Catholic faith in the context of their family and within today’s world.

Join us Wednesday, Sept. 18, 6:00–7:30 p.m. in the Youth Room (lower level of the school) as we kick off an exciting new year of Nazareth Middle School! We will have a lot of great events again this year, including the Christmas party, Las Posadas caroling, the spring retreat, and more. Don’t miss out! Parents are invited to a special information session, so please join us! Liability forms are available for download at www.stmarylittleton.org/middle-school-5-8. Please bring the liability form with…

The Anna Martin Gift Shop will be closed this Saturday, Sept. 21. Thank you for understanding.

Nazareth is the town where Jesus lived during his youth. There He “advanced in wisdom and age and favor before God and man” (Luke 2:52). This is what we strive to do in Nazareth Middle School. Through living a daily, personal rule of life we grow in virtue and build a lasting friendship with Jesus Christ and the Virgin Mary. All 5th–8th grade youth are invited to join us in our journey to become saints! Nazareth meetings are held every…

Sept. 26, 7:00 p.m. (6:30 social) Marian Hall A special presentation as our parish begins a back-to-the-basics focus this year: "The Old Testament, The New Testament, and the New Exodus." Presented by Dr. Nick Lebesh, Director of the Denver Biblical and Catechetical Schools. You are guaranteed an energetic and enlightening presentation. Child care available by reservation.

Join our Knights of Columbus Council #3340 for the 5th Sunday Rosary on Sept. 29 at 8:45 a.m. Bring your intentions and pray with us as one body in Christ.

We are beginning a new Bible Study series on Tuesday afternoons from 1:15-2:45 p.m. FUFILLED explores the biblical roots of the Catholic Faith. It uncovers God’s consistent design for our worship of him and his relationship with us. Learn how the Old Testament Tabernacle can be used as a blueprint for the Catholic Faith and how Jesus fulfilled it in the New Testament. Part One focuses on the elements found in the outer sanctuary of the Tabernacle and how they…

Do you desire to grow in your Catholic faith? Do you seek connection with other women in our parish community? We invite you to consider joining Walking with Purpose at St. Mary. Weekly group sessions are starting on October 3. Opening Your Heart, our foundational study, is designed for women new to Walking with Purpose whether or not you have any Bible study experience; you are welcome as you are to learn how the Scriptures apply to our everyday lives.…

A special family blessing will be offered at the 9:30 a.m. Mass for all couples expecting the birth of a child. Please invite family and friends who would like to receive this blessing.

Nazareth Elementary School is an engaging program where children in grades K-4 have fun, make friends, and share faith in a dynamic environment. Children learn how to live the Catholic faith in the context of their family and within today’s world. Meets Wednesdays from 3:15–4:30 p.m. Register online here. Contact: Dcn. Rich Hamilton at 720.283.4729 or rhamilton@stmarylittleton.org.

Oct. 12–13 before & after all Masses Do you need to register to vote or check your voter registration status? Did you know that two statewide initiatives related to taxes and sports betting will be on the ballot this November 5? Voter registration is available before and after all Masses THIS WEEKEND, October 12 and 13. Visit the Welcome Desk in the church vestibule or the table at the front entrance to register. Questions? Contact Natalie Hattenbach at 303.552.8336 or nhattenbach@mail.com.

High School youth are challenged to love Christ and live the Gospel through small-group discipleship ministry and large-group meetings. Meets Tuesday evenings 6:30-8:15 p.m. plus some special get-togethers. Register online here. Contact: Andy Green at 720.502.3323 or agreen@stmarylittleton.org.

Will be open Saturday at 8:30 a.m.

Tuesday, Oct 22. 6:30 p.m. Ave Maria & Marian Halls All parishioners are invited to a special evening Mass at 6:30 p.m. followed by a reception in Marian Hall to celebrate the feast day of St. John Paul II. Come learn about the Slavic heritage of our very own Disciples including Fr. Stefan Zarnay, principal and chaplain of St. Mary school, and Br. Andrej Makovnick, in formation in Madrid. You're encouraged to bring a Slavic dish to share!

This is a 10-week series for people who are divorced or have already filed for divorce. This series will offer confidential, faith-based understanding and help with coping, giving you the direction and support needed to heal and to move forward through the stages of recovery.

Please join us as we celebrate Fr. Leopoldo's 27th Ordination Anniversary on Friday, Oct. 25. Mass starts at 7 p.m., with a reception afterwards in Marian Hall.

The Anna Martin Gift Shop will close for the morning on Saturday, Oct. 26. We will reopen at 2:30 p.m. Thank you for understanding!

Our own Knights of Columbus Council #3340 is hosting our next blood drive in conjunction with our parish breakfast on Sunday, Oct. 27. Now that breakfasts are in Joachim Hall during the church renovation, the donation vehicle will be parked outside Joachim. This past year, we’ve collected 174 pints of blood, enough to make a big difference in the lives of 522 people. Thanks to all our generous donors! If you would like to make an appointment to donate, please…

*** We are moving indoors to Joachim Hall due to the cold weather! Please come out for a warmer Trunk or Treat experience! *** We ask that each family who attends bring a donation of one bag of candy. To sign up to host a table (previously to decorate your car), visit http:\\signup.com\go\hRkBMCW. Questions? Contact Ana Bohmann at aabohmann@gmail.com

High Schoolers: When was the last time you stepped away and spent time with the Lord? The Emmaus High School Retreat is coming the weekend of Nov 2-3. This overnight retreat will take place right here at St. Mary. Come join and spend time with the Lord, hear some words of inspiration, spend time with friends and get away from the noise of the world. The price is only $40! We will be looking at our "Exodus" our story, our…

We appreciate you! The generosity of St. Mary parishioners is so wonderful! The Altar & Rosary Society wants to thank you by offering free baked goods after every Mass, November 2 & 3! Join us in Joachim Hall to take some delicious baked goods home (you can even freeze for Thanksgiving)! Questions? Contact Julie Hecker at 303.936.4143, or juliehec528@gmail.com.

Join in the world’s largest children’s Christmas project! Through Operation Christmas Child, show God’s love in a tangible way to needy children around the world. These shoe boxes are sent to children in need as an unconditional gift of love, regardless of their background or religion. Tracking numbers allow you to see exactly where your gift is going! Please consider making a $9 donation to cover the cost of shipping your box to a child in need. Drop your packed…

Help Put an End to Late-Term Abortions in Colorado! Initiative 120 Petition Drive November 16 and 17 The people of Colorado may have a unique opportunity in 2020 to vote on ending abortions of babies from 22 weeks through birth. In order to get Initiative 120 on the ballot, a goal of 124,632 valid signatures need to be collected. Please sign a petition at the Faithful Citizenship table in Marian Hall or upstairs at the Welcome Desk before or after…

Saturday November 16 & 23 at 1:30 p.m. in Joachim Hall Join us by giving of your time to prepare sack lunches for the Samaritan House. We are blessed to have our school's Caring Communities and Nazareth Youth Group providing us with encouraging notes to include. We are planning to have 500 sack lunches ready to deliver by 3:30 p.m. on both days. We are in need of the following items: -Oranges -Fruit Snacks -Granola Bars with 3+ grams of…

Thanksgiving Turkey Drive Monday, Nov. 25 8:15 to 9:00 a.m. Please donate a frozen turkey for struggling families! Your help is greatly needed and greatly appreciated. We will collect your turkeys in the parking lot by the priest’s house (next to the Construction trailers). If you simply follow the line of cars, you should not have to even get out of your car! Thank you and God bless! Questions? Contact Julie Smith jewlsmith@yahoo.com or call/text 303.808.7514.

The Anna Martin Gift Shop will be closed Thursday & Friday, Nov. 28 & 29, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

The Blessed Sacrament will be reposed in the Magnificat Chapel from 8 a.m. on Nov. 28 to 8 a.m. on Nov. 29. You may still visit the chapel to pray with our Lord present in the tabernacle.

Please join us after Mass for coffee, doughnuts, and fellowship in Joachim Hall.

What's your story? Who's the Holy Spirit? How do you Pray? How do you read the Bible? How do you know Jesus? Come join us Sunday evenings, 6:20-8:00 p.m. to find out the answers and have fun along the way. Interested in joining us? Please contact Andy at 720.502.3323 or agreen@stmarylittleton.org.

Wednesday, Dec. 11, 4-7 p.m. One of the best ways to prepare your heart during the Advent season is through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Confessions will be offered from 4-7 p.m. on Dec. 11 in the vestibule (upstairs) of the church.  

Dec. 12, 7:00 p.m. All are invited to an evening Mass at 7:00 pm offered especially for all families who have lost babies through miscarriage, still birth, and infant loss, along with those who are suffering from an abortion.

Dec. 18 at 6:00 p.m. in Marian Hall All are invited to join us for our annual Las Posadas caroling event, where we will spread the joy of Christmas around the neighborhood! We will join Mary and Joseph on their journey to find a room in Bethlehem, taking us around the local neighborhood. Our last stop is St. Mary Parish, where they will find a home in our hearts and we will find refreshments and fellowship. Contact Andy Green at…

Dec. 24: 4:00 p.m.* | 6:30 p.m. | 8:30 p.m. Dec. 25: Midnight | 8:30 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. * There will be two concurrent Masses in Ave Maria/Marian Hall & Joachim Hall.

Holy Day of Obligation Mass times: Dec. 31: 4:30 p.m. Jan. 1: 8:30 a.m. | 10:30 a.m.