I'm New Here
When You Visit
Visiting a new church can be intimidating: What should I wear? Where do I park? Where do my kids go?
We recognize that visiting a new church can bring a lot of thoughts and feelings, so we want to ensure you feel entirely at ease during your visit. Below are some commonly asked questions. If you have any further inquiries, please feel free to reach out to us or speak with an usher when you arrive.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are services?
Adoration
Tuesday 11:00am - 12:00pm
Weekday Masses
Tuesday - Friday 12:00pm
Reconciliation
Saturday 3:00pm
Weekend Masses
Saturday Vigil 4:30pm
Sunday 9:30am, & 12:00pm
What should I wear?
We want you to feel comfortable. After all, we are thrilled that you're joining us and want you to be more focused on the service than what you're wearing. In the summertime, it's not uncommon to see people wearing sandals, shorts, and a shirt. Others prefer to still put on their "Sunday best," and that's fine too! However, we do request that shorts be of a conservative length (no “short-shorts”) and that in general, clothing be respectable and conservative.
How do I get to St. Ann's Cathedral?
Our parish is located at 715 3rd Avenue North, Great Falls, Mt. 59401. Here is a map.
Where should I park?
Free parking is available next to the Heisey Community Center. The parking lot entrance is located on 4th Ave N.
Where do my children go?
On most Sundays at 9:30 am Mass, we have Little Church guided by our Religious Education leaders, Georgia Miller and Terri Wassmann in the St Ann's Rectory. Just listen for the bell at the beginning of Mass when Little Church is announced before the First Reading. You are welcome to attend Little Church with your little one.
I’m not Catholic, how do I know when to sit, stand and kneel?
There’s no need to be self-conscious about the postures and responses used during worship. Most visitors just follow the lead of our parishioners. However, we do have worship aids located in each pew that provide you with the order of the mass, the postures, and the words of each prayer. If you don't see a worship aid in your pew, ask an usher, and they will be happy to bring you one.
I’m not Catholic, is it okay for me to participate in communion?
Communion, or The Eucharist, is the most intimate expression of our faith. Catholics believe that the host is literally the body of Christ, transformed from bread by the priest presiding over the service. Most evangelicals think of Communion as symbolic, so it makes sense that they are not as strict about having the right relationship with it as Catholics and Orthodox Christians who believe it is a sacrament and the true presence of Christ. So, if you are not Catholic, we ask that you not receive communion. However, those not receiving the Body of Christ and Precious blood are invited to come forward with their hands crossed over their chests for a special blessing.
Am I expected to put money into the offering?
If you are visiting with us, we don't expect you to put money into the offering, and you are welcome to just let it pass you by. If you consider our parish your church home, we'd love for you to prayerfully consider giving to our parish on a weekly basis. You can give by check, cash, or scan the QR code on one of our online giving brochures during the service, or you can sign up for online giving here.
Where can I sit in the church, if I need special assistance?
Reserved front pews are available for anyone with disabilities or special needs.
