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EnglishWhat Sacraments and Ministries Does Saint Patrick's Basilica Offer?
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Saint Patrick's Basilica in Montreal lists sacraments and ministries on its website, with confession available after all Masses and Exposition and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament on the First Friday of each month. The parish describes itself as a welcoming and reconciling community rooted in the Irish diaspora, now serving a diverse group as the Mother Church of Montreal's English-speaking Catholics. For details on specific sacraments or ministries, the site's "Sacraments & Ministries" section is the place to learn more.
Confession
Confessions are heard after all Masses. That means you can attend a weekend or weekday Mass and stay behind afterward for the sacrament. No separate confession schedule is published on the page, so the practical rule is: pick a Mass, then plan to remain afterward.
Exposition and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament
On every First Friday of the month, the Blessed Sacrament is exposed before the 12:10 p.m. Mass, from 11:00 a.m. to 12 noon, with Benediction at that time. The site invites parishioners to join on the First Friday and spend time in prayer.
Weekend and Weekday Mass Schedule
The sacraments above are tied to the Mass schedule, so these times matter:
| Service | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Mass of Anticipation | Saturday | 5 p.m. |
| Sunday Masses | Sunday | 9 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m. |
| Weekday Masses | Monday to Friday | 12:10 p.m. |
Free parking is available in the new HEC building for parishioners attending weekend Masses; enter from de la Gauchetiere and follow signs to exit by the front of the Basilica. At the end of Mass, ask an employee for the coupon that allows you to exit the HEC parking.
Visiting for Prayer
The basilica is open for visitation and prayer Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. until the 5 p.m. Mass. Note that on Thanksgiving, Monday, October 12th, the basilica closes after the 12:10 p.m. Mass.
Accessibility for Hearing-Impaired Worshippers
The sound system supports hearing-impaired worshippers: bring your own digital receiver and earphones and tune into 88.1 FM to receive a broadcast of the Mass.
The Parish Community
Saint Patrick's Parish describes itself as a welcoming and reconciling community. Beginning with deep roots in the Irish diaspora, it has developed into a diverse and dynamic group from many backgrounds joining together as parishioners of the Mother Church of Montreal's English-speaking Catholics. Msgr. Francis J. Coyle, pastor, leads and guides the downtown congregation, and the site quotes him: "Liturgy that is well done is so important. Here at St. Patrick's we respect and cherish that tradition."
Practical Notes
- Before you go: check the current Church Bulletin on the site, since schedules can change around holidays.
- For confession: attend any Mass and stay afterward.
- For First Friday devotion: arrive between 11:00 a.m. and noon, before the 12:10 p.m. Mass.
- To learn about other sacraments or ministries: use the "Sacraments & Ministries" section of stpatricksmtl.ca.
- Donations: the parish accepts support for maintaining and administering its property for the practice of the Roman Catholic religion; a "Donate to the Parish" link is on the site.