September 2019
Old Testament, New Testament, and the New Exodus
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.
Find out more »5th Sunday Rosary
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.
Find out more »October 2019
Blessing of Expectant Couples
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.
Find out more »Faithful Citizenship Voter Registration Drive
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.
Find out more »St. John Paul II Feast Day Celebration & Slavic Culture Night
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!
Find out more »Fr. Leopoldo’s Ordination Anniversary Celebration
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.
Find out more »November 2019
All Saints Day
Friday, Nov. 1 Holy Day of Obligation Mass times: 6:30 | 8:15 | 12:00 | 7:00
Find out more »Emmaus High School Retreat
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…
Find out more »All Souls Day Mass of Remembrance
Saturday, Nov. 2 10:30 a.m. At this special Mass, we remember especially the departed loved ones of our families and parish. Everyone is invited to bring a small photograph or other memento of the loved ones you wish to pray for, placing them near the altar during the Mass. We will prayerfully read the names of and remember all for whom we have celebrated funerals here at St. Mary during the past year. Through our baptism we are called to…
Find out more »Faithful Citizenship: Petition to End Late-Term Abortions
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…
Find out more »Turkey Drive!
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.
Find out more »Pastoral Center Closed Nov. 28 & 29
Please note that the Pastoral Center will be closed for Thanksgiving Nov. 28 & 29. Thank you for understanding, and have a blessed Thanksgiving!
Find out more »Adoration Break for Thanksgiving
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.
Find out more »Thanksgiving Mass
Thursday, Nov. 28, 9:00 a.m. Gather for a wonderful celebration of Mass at 9:00 am on Thanksgiving day. Begin your day of gratitude by gathering with our St. Mary family to give thanks to God for the bounty of the land and all the many blessings we enjoy! Join with our priests in the joy of this day and share in the celebration of the Eucharist. Bring bread and a beverage from your meal to have them blessed. In the…
Find out more »December 2019
Advent Candlelight Vespers
Join us in the Church for Evening Prayer, Exposition, Adoration and special music to prepare our hearts for the coming of the Lord. Children and families are encouraged to attend a beautiful, contemplative experience. The nursery will be open! We will also have a special Evening Prayer on Dec. 24 before the midnight Mass.
Find out more »Advent Reconciliation
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.
Find out more »Mass for Our Lady of Guadalupe, “Patroness of the Unborn”
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.
Find out more »Las Posadas: A Night of Caroling!
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…
Find out more »Christmas Mass Times
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.
Find out more »Mass Times: Mary, the Holy Mother of God
Holy Day of Obligation Mass times: Dec. 31: 4:30 p.m. Jan. 1: 8:30 a.m. | 10:30 a.m.
Find out more »January 2020
Fr. Javier’s Ordination Anniversary Celebration
All are invited to join in celebrating the 20th anniversary of Fr. Javier Nieva’s ordination to the priesthood. The celebration will begin with Mass at 7:00 p.m. in the church. After Mass, join us for a reception in Marian Hall to show our gratitude to Fr. Javier for his answer of "Yes!" to God’s call in his life.
Find out more »Find Financial Peace!
St. Mary Parish will once again host Financial Peace University on Mondays from 7:00-8:30 p.m. starting Jan. 13 in the Pastoral Center dining room. It's the proven way to help you master budgeting, beat debt, and live the life of your dreams! Through nine lessons rooted in biblical wisdom, your FPU group will learn from Dave Ramsey and his team of financial experts. The course includes a member workbook and exclusive online benefits for a year with your Financial Peace…
Find out more »February 2020
Fr. Stefan’s Ordination Anniversary
CORRECTION: Feb. 20 (not Feb. 21) Please join us as we celebrate Fr. Stefan's two years of priestly service! There will be a Mass at 7:00 p.m. followed by a reception in Marian Hall. We could use your help! If you'd like to lend a hand making this event a success, contact Sara McCluskey at smccluskey@stmarylittleton.org or 720.283.4748.
Find out more »July 2020
Getting Grilled
Our popular summer speaker series continues on Wednesday, July 22 at 6:30 pm on the Pastoral Center lawn. Our guest speaker will be Fr. Nathan Cromly, C.S.J. We will have food and drinks provided by the Knights of Columbus. Plan on bringing your own blankets & lawn chairs and respecting social distancing guidelines during the event.
Find out more »August 2020
Getting Grilled
The final meeting of our summer speaker series "Getting Grilled" will be on August 26th at 6:30 pm. Scott Elmer, Executive Director of Evangelization and Family Life Ministries at the Archdiocese of Denver will be speaking to us about St. John Paul II's vision for evangelization. Following his example and heeding the call of this great "missionary" Pope in documents such as Redemptoris Missio and Christifideles Laici, Catholics everywhere can learn to feel confident in proclaiming the truth of the…
Find out more »Mass with Blessing of Icons Live Sunday at 11:30!
Join us on YouTube and Facebook this Sunday, Aug. 30 at 11:30 am for Mass with Archbishop Aquila, where he will bless our newly-painted icons. We've waited a long time to finally host this event with our Archbishop! It will be a beautiful and fitting conclusion to our construction project. Links: YouTube, Facebook
Find out more »September 2020
Drive-Up Food Drive at St. Mary!
9:00 to 3:00 pm outside Marian Hall (lower level driveway). See details here!
Find out more »Thursday Adoratio with St. John Paul II
Every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in the church, starting Sept. 17, going deeper in the teachings of St. John Paul II: 1st Thursday: Couples, The Way of the Church—Letter to the Families 2nd Thursday: Youth, The Way of Hope—Letter to the Youth 3rd Thursday: Women, The Feminine Genius—Letter to the Women 4th and 5th Thursdays: Professionals and Parish Groups
Find out more »October 2020
Patriotic Rosary
Patriotic Rosary Saturday, October 17 at 7:30 am Come pray for our country. A Patriotic rosary is held the third Saturday of each month at 7:30 am in the sanctuary. The patriotic rosary is a tribute to our veterans and all who have served our nation. It is a rosary that includes prayers for all aspects of our government and it gives insight on the deep faith of some of our founding fathers.
Find out more »Thursday Adoratio with St. John Paul II
Oct. 29: We will focus on Fr. Michael J. McGivney, on the occasion of his upcoming beatifcation.
Find out more »November 2020
Mass for Fr. Michael J. McGivney
Sunday, Nov. 1 at 11:30 am Join us for a special celebration of the beatification of Fr. Michael J. McGivney, founder of the the Knights of Columbus. Mass will include a K of C Color Guard and reserved seating. This Mass will be live streamed for those who are unable to attend. Open to all. MASS SIGNUP REQUIREMENTS APPLY.
Find out more »Thanksgiving Day Masses: 7:30, 9:00, 10:15
Join us for a special Mass in honor of Thanksgiving Day. We are now offering three Masses this day: 7:30 am, 9:00 am, and 10:15 am. Signups are required.
Find out more »December 2020
Immaculate Conception Mass Times
We will celebrate Mass for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary at these times: Monday, Dec. 7: 7:00 pm (vigil) Tuesday, Dec. 8: 6:30 am, 8:15 am, 12:00 noon, and 7:00 pm Signups are required: sign up here. Remember: the obligation to attend Mass is still suspended due to COVID-19 protocols.
Find out more »Mass for Those Who Lost an Unborn Child
We will offer a special Mass on Dec. 11 at 7:00 pm for those who have experienced the loss of an unborn child. All are welcome to attend—signing up is NOT required.
Find out more »Special Advent Confession Opportunity
NOTE: THE START TIME HAS BEEN CHANGED TO 3:15. We will have a special time for celebrating the Sacrament of Reconciliation on Wednesday, Dec. 16, from 3:15 to 7:00 pm. This is a great way to prepare our hearts for the coming of our Lord. Seniors Only: 10:30 am–noon To make things more comfortable for seniors during the ongoing health situation, we have set aside a special Confession time this day from 10:30am–noon. Please help us keep this time open…
Find out more »Christmas Mass Times
Christmas Eve Main church: 1:00 pm | 2:30 pm | 4:00 pm | 6:00 pm | 8:00 pm Outside: 2:00 pm (weather permitting, otherwise in basement) Ave Maria Hall (basement): 4:30 pm Christmas Day Main church: midnight | 7:30 am | 9:30 am | 11:30 am Outside: 11:00 am (weather permitting, otherwise in basement) Signups required for all Masses – see the home page for the link to sign up.
Find out more »Masses for Mary, Mother of God
We will offer the following Masses for the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God: Dec. 31: 2:00 and 4:30 pm Jan. 1: 8:30 and 10:30 am We will offer livestreaming for the 4:30 pm Mass on Dec. 31 and the 10:30 am Mass for Jan. 1, available on both YouTube and Facebook.
Find out more »February 2021
Stations of the Cross
Join us for this venerable tradition each Friday of Lent at 7:00 pm. Note: Stations on Mar. 19 (Solemnity of St. Joseph) will start at 6:00 pm.
Find out more »March 2021
Marian Mass
Join us every Saturday at 8:15 am. We will journey with the encyclical Redemptoris Mater.
Find out more »Lenten Confession Opportunity
We will offer a special Lenten Confession opportunity on Wednesday, Mar. 10, with two times available: 3:30–4:30 pm: seniors only 4:30–6:30 pm: everyone Multiple priests will be available throughout the evening.
Find out more »St. Joseph Family Rosary
Join us in the church for this family Rosary in honor of St. Joseph.
Find out more »Stations of the Cross
Join us at 6:00 pm for a special celebration of the Stations of the Cross on this Solemnity of St. Joseph.
Find out more »Mass for St. Joseph
Join us for a special Mass for the Solemnity of St. Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, at 7:00 pm.
Find out more »May 2021
Friday Family Rosary in May
NEW TIME: 5:30 pm in the church Led by one of our priests As we prepare for consecration of the parish to Mary, and in this year of St. Joseph, we gather to pray for the needs of our parish, our families, our nation and the world. The rosary will meditate on the mysteries of St. Joseph. You will have an opportunity to write prayer intentions.
Find out more »Food Drive May 15
We need your help! We will hold a drive-up collection of non-perishable food on Saturday, May 15 from 8:00 am–1:00 pm. Enter the lower driveway on the north side of the church and volunteers will guide you to a parking spot and unload your donation. See a list of most-needed items here. Thank you for your generosity!
Find out more »“Adoratio” with St. John Paul II
Join us for the final "Adoratio," a time of reflection and Adoration, based on the teaching of St. John Paul II. Tonight's focus will be on the Sick, Elderly, Caregivers, and Healthcare Providers. ALL ARE WELCOME.
Find out more »Consecration of the Parish to Mary
UPDATE: The consecration will be held inside during all Masses due to expected inclement weather this weekend. May 29–30, after all Masses Join us as we conclude our celebration of the Jubilee Year of St. John Paul II by renewing the consecration of our parish to Our Lady. Refreshments will be available. Bring flowers to present to Mary as a token of your own consecration! CAN YOU HELP? We are looking for volunteers to help make this event a success!…
Find out more »June 2021
Corpus Christi Procession
June 6 after 9:30 am Mass All are invited for a special Eucharistic procession and benediction after the 9:30 Mass on June 6. We will gather on the lower driveway and process and adore the Blessed Sacrament. We will conclude with benediction at St Mary Park.
Find out more »Mass with Emmaus
Join our Emmaus High School youth group for Mass each Monday at 8:15 am, followed by a time of formation in the youth room (school lower level).
Find out more »Mass with Nazareth
Join our Nazareth Middle School youth group for Mass each Wednesday at 8:15 am, followed by a time of formation in the youth room (school lower level).
Find out more »July 2021
Adoration for Br. Joe Paolucci
Join us July 2 starting at 7:00 pm for an all-night Adoration vigil for Br. Joe Paolucci on the eve of his first profession of vows. You can sign up for an hour at https://signup.com/go/PPKWcHA.
Find out more »Brother Joe Paolucci First Vows
Please join Archbishop Aquila and the Disciples of the Hearts of Jesus and Mary as Brother Joseph Paolucci makes his FIRST VOWS at Holy Mass on Saturday, July 3 at 4:30 p.m. at St. Mary Catholic Parish. Mass will be streamed live on YouTube and Facebook.
Find out more »September 2021
A Retreat with Immaculée
The love of a single heart can make a world of difference. Join Immaculée Ilibagiza, Rwandan genocide survivor and New York Times best-selling author, for a moving two-day retreat on faith, hope, love, and forgiveness. This retreat includes Immaculee's witness of the power of prayer, miracles of the Rosary, and inspirational music. No one will leave this retreat the same as when they came. Covers two days: Friday, Sept. 17: 5:00–9:00 pm Saturday, Sept. 18: 9:00 am–1:00 pm Cost:…
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