Beautiful Church, can be difficult to understand what's being said, depending on the priest, but that's also partly an audio issue, I think. They so tend to hand out copies of the homily, which is great, so you can read along, which I rarely see done at any other Church.
The only issue I've ever had with going here is that the congregation doesn't seem very excited to be there, regardless of which Mass I'm there for. Usually I don't need to read along as we recite the Nicene Creed or anything else, because the while congregation carries each other well, and enthusiastically. But here, everyone is quiet and seems to not be very on fire in their faith.
Just doesn't make sense to me. Says something about the level of engagement between the priests, other staff, and parishioners. I will go here if I miss my regular Mass at my parish, but I wouldn't make this my...
Read moreThe Cathedeal of the Immaculate Conception in Fort Wayne IN is a hidden gem within the city. From the architect on the outside, immaculate campus to its intricate beauty of the magnificent stain glass windows where they mix both past and present in the windows! When I have the opportunity to attend the weekend mass I'm never disappointed! The choirs are top notch! Speaking of choirs, this place packs the house with its community wide Good Friday Mass where all Faith's takes time out from work to commemorate the Passion of Christ and then celebrate with a simple soup lunch at the nearby St. Mary's Soup kitchen. I am never disappointed with this place, I feel at peace...
Read moreWe first visited the attached chapel where daily services take place. It was fairly good sized. I am used to chapels being on the small side. From there we went outdoors and entered the Cathedral through the main doors although it looks like the two buildings share a walkway.Very informative. Next to the Cathedral is a museum housing vestments from past Priest, their rings, various relics, history of the church and an interesting display on the evolution of...
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