In the absence of Mass and the Eucharist, the faithful are encouraged to make a “Spiritual Communion” through the prayer of the Most Holy Redeemer (Anima Christi), the prayer of Self-Offering (Suscipe), or by praying the prayer below:
My Jesus,
I believe that You
are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.
I love You above all things,
and I desire to receive You into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment
receive You sacramentally,
come at least spiritually into my heart.
I embrace You as if You were already there
and unite myself wholly to You.
Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen.
We encourage you and your family to reflect on the daily readings, especially on Sundays. You can access the readings on USCCB's website:
We welcome Fr. Matthew Ibok from the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine to our Parish of Santa Maria del Mar, who will be with us for about two months, to assist and allow Fr. Manny to fully recover.
Consider this online mental health support resource
Santa Maria del Mar Mission Statement
Inspired by Mary's yes to bring Christ into the world, her simplicity, and her complete trust in God, we, the family of Santa Maria del Mar Catholic Church, lift up our hearts through hospitality, prayer, formation, and service in joyful response to the God's love.
Fr. Manny is available for phone calls during this time Wednesdays 9:30 - 12:30, Thursday and Friday 9 am - 12 noon
Please call the office at
386-439-2791 to schedule