MASS INTENTION, PRAYER REQUESTS – Mass intentions and prayers at mass are two different things.

A Mass intention is the object for which a priest offers the Mass, or the particular purpose for which a specific Mass is offered. This can be for those who have died, offering thanks, marking anniversaries. This is why the priest can only have one intention during the liturgy, with some exceptions. By doing this certain benefits are conferred by grace to benefit the intention or the people attached to the intention.

The intention a priest offers a Mass is determined by several things either the Church asks him to pray something specific, by the priest’s own devotion, or as most people will know, by accepting an intention from a person who normally offers a donation or Mass stipend.

If you have an intention or would like mass to be offered, then you can pick up a request envelope at the churches. They will normally be found with the newsletter. Complete the required information with your contact number and enclose your donation; then we will contact you to confirm details. These envelopes can then be left in the offertory collection basket, handed to the priest/sacristan or to the St Thomas Centre Reception.

Alternatively you can fill out the below information and someone from the office can help arrange a Mass intention. PLEASE BE AWARE IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO GUARANTEE THAT YOUR MASS INTENTION WILL BE OFFERED ON YOUR PREFERED SPECIFIC DATE AS WE HAVE MANY REQUESTS.  SUMBIT A MASS REQUEST IN GOOD TIME.

Additionally, if you have a mass request coming up and you do not see it in the newsletter, please speak to the priest BEFORE the mass begins to make sure he offers the mass for the correct intention.