3 /5 Sarah A: If you’re looking for a more orthodox Catholic Church, this probably isn’t the church for you. Maybe it’s the current circumstances in the world (Covid), but we weren’t impressed with our visit to St Stephen. 1)They announced at the beginning of mass that they wouldn’t allow the faithful to receive on the tongue, we are one of those families who only receives on the tongue. 2) One of the altar servers was wearing a Boston red Sox mask-that seemed very inappropriate for someone serving at the altar of our Lords true body, blood, soul and divinity. 3) We didn’t like at the end of mass there were birthday/anniversary announcements and clapping, while I appreciate the community aspect this brings, there is a time and place for these celebrations. In the church, still in the presence of Christ, should be an atmosphere of reverence, not clapping and chatting. While I am sure it is a wonderful church, our visit left us with a desire for a church with more reverence. Everyone was indeed very friendly, but it seems to be a much more “progressive” church rather than a traditional church. Just my personal opinion. God bless St Stephen Catholic Church and her members!
