WELCOME VISITORS AND NEW PARISHIONERS
Welcome to The Basilica of Saint Mary Star of the Sea. Whether you are a visitor or new to our parish, interested in becoming Catholic, seeking to return to the practice of your faith or an active member of our parish, we are pleased that you have come to our website and we will do all that we can to assist you. If you cannot find the information that you are seeking on this website, please call our parish office 305-294-1018 or email us at stmary@stmarykeywest.com and we will make every effort to help you.
If you are a new parishioner, you are invited to stop by the rectory to register and let us know how we may be of service to you.
You are welcome to pray in the historic Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, the Stations of the Cross Garden, to adore the Blessed Sacrament in the Adoration Chapel and to visit our Gift Shop.
Pamphlets, leading you on a self-guided walking tour of the Basilica, are available at the entrance to the Basilica or you can visit our Web App at http://bsmkw.com on your mobile device.
Thank you,
Fr. Christopher Marino, Pastor (Email: fr.marino@stmarykeywest.com)
“With a hymn composed in the eighth or ninth century, thus for over a thousand years, the Church has greeted Mary, the Mother of God, as “Star of the Sea”: Ave maris stella. Human life is a journey. Towards what destination? How do we find the way? Life is like a voyage on the sea of history, often dark and stormy, a voyage in which we watch for the stars that indicate the route. The true stars of our life are the people who have lived good lives. They are lights of hope. Certainly, Jesus Christ is the true light, the sun that has risen above all the shadows of history. But to reach him we also need lights close by—people who shine with his light and so guide us along our way. Who more than Mary could be a star of hope for us? With her “yes” she opened the door of our world to God himself; she became the living Ark of the Covenant, in whom God took flesh, became one of us, and pitched his tent among us (cf. Jn 1:14).
Pope Benedict XVI from his Encyclical Letter, Spe Salvi
Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil (English):
6:00 pm
Sunday Mass (English):
7:30 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am
Sunday Mass (Spanish):
12:00 noon
Sunday Mass (Haitian Creole):
6:30 pm
Daily Mass:
Monday – Saturday: 7:30 am
Special Services
Lauds (Morning Prayer):
7:15 am
Walking Rosary:
8am (after daily mass)
Perpetual Adoration Chapel:
24/7 (10 pm–6 am for adorers only)
Chaplet of Divine Mercy in Chapel:
3:00 pm daily
Confessions:
Saturday 5:30-6 pm, Sunday 30 minutes prior to each Mass
Help Build Our New High School
Online Gift Shop Now Open!
You may now purchase items and have them shipped directly to you. If you have visited our store and don’t see some of our items online, give us a call and we will ship the order to you.
Shop NowAll proceeds from the Gift Shop benefit The Basilica School.
NEW! Gift Shop/Uniform Distribution Hours
We will be moving the school uniform distribution to the Gift Shop. We will offer both religious gifts and uniform pickup for the school.
NEW Gift Shop/Uniform Store Hours
Sunday: 10am – 2pm
Mon – Fri: 12pm – 5pm
Sat: Closed
For information, call Sol Pardillo 305-498-4172.
TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
In the Gospel today, Jesus warns us not to give in to hopes of repayment, but to give open-handedly to the poor and needy. That sort of giving mirrors the bountiful giving of God, and Jesus assures us it is blessed indeed!
THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Baptism Registration
Forms are available on this site under Sacraments. Completed forms can be submitted online or dropped off at the Rectory Office Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Baptisms are held on the following days:
- English: The first Saturday of each month at 10 am
- Spanish: The second Saturday of each month at 10 am
- Creole: The second Saturday of each month at 11 am
Baptism classes are required for parents and Godparents. If outside the Basilica boundaries, please contact your Church and send us the certificate of completion, along with birth certificate, consent form, and sponsors forms.
Please see the website for requirements for Godparents and more information.
Classes at the Basilica will be the last Sunday of each month, immediately after the 9:00 a.m. mass at the Klaus Murphy Center. Please call the Rectory office at 305-294-1018 for more information.
EDUCATING ON THE NATURE AND DIGNITY OF WOMEN
Women’s reading group forming now!
Endow groups seek to educate women toward a more profound understanding of their God-given dignity through study in small groups. First reading will focus on Saint Edith Stein.
When: Every Wednesday starting Sept 4th
Time: 7:15 pm
Where: Basilica School Library
Who: Open to all women age groups high school and above
New!
RCIA or the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults will begin on Monday Sept 9th. We will meet in the Basilica School library from 6:00-7:00pm. Those interested in becoming Catholic or maybe you’re already Catholic and are interested in learning more about the faith — you are welcome to attend also. To register, please call Rosemerie Bravo at (305) 294-1018 or email at rbravo@stmarykeywest.com.
Religious Education for Children (CCD/PREP)
CCD (Kindergarten—7th grades) and Confirmation (8th grade) will begin on Thursday, September 5th at 6pm at The Basilica School (700 Truman Ave). CCD (Confraternity of Christian Doctrine) is an engaging and fun academic program designed to help your child strengthen the foundations of their faith — while encouraging them to become intentional disciples of Jesus Christ. Sign your son or daughter up for CCD or Confirmation classes through the link below.
https://stmarykeywest.com/ccd/
Completed forms can be emailed to our Director of Religious Education, Maria Del Pino, at stmary@stmarykeywest.com. You may also register at the Rectory Office located at 1010 Windsor Lane. Questions? Please call 305-294-1018.
El Programa de Educación Religiosa se iniciará el jueves 5 de septiembre, a las 6:00 p.m. en el Escuela de la Basilica, desde Kindergartes hasta el 8 grado. Las inscripciones se podrán realizar en la oficina de la rectoria de lunes a viernes de 8:00 a.m. hasta las 4:30 p.m. con Maria del Pino.
Interested in teaching CCD? We need volunteers.
New!
Use your phone to scan the QR code to make a donation to The Basilica of Saint Mary Star of the Sea.
NOVENA Y MISA DE LA VIRGEN DE LA CARIDAD
La Basílica de Santa María Estrella del Mar, le invita a participar a la misa en honor de nuestra Virgen de la Caridad del Cobre, el domingo 8 de septiembre del 2024 a las 12:00 del mediodía. La recepción será en el Centro de Klaus Murphy. La Novena Empezará el Viernes 30 de agosto, a la 7:00 pm en la Basilica.
The Basilica of Saint Mary Star of the Sea invites all the faithful to Holy Mass in honor of Our Lady of Charity of El Cobre on Sunday, September 8th, 2024 at 12:00 noon. Reception will be at 1:00 pm in Klaus Murphy Center. The Novena begins on Friday, August 30th at 7 pm in the Basilica.
STAR OF THE SEA OUTREACH MISSION RESTOCK FOOD PANTRIES
This Sunday, Sept 1st, as every first Sunday of the month, we are distributing bags to replenish the food pantry. Please return the bags the following Sunday. You may place your non-perishable charitable donations in front of the altar under St. Joseph. Thank you for your generosity.
The Basilica of Saint Mary Star of the Sea invites all the faithful to Holy Mass in honor of Our Lady of Charity of El Cobre on Sunday, September 8th, 2024 at 12:00 noon. Reception will be at 1:00 pm in Klaus Murphy Center. The Novena begins on Friday, August 30th at 7 pm in the Basilica.
Eucharistic Ministers Meeting
If you are currently serving please attend one of the following workshops for training and information:
Saturday, Sept. 7th at 8:30 am
Or
Wednesday, Sept. 11th at 7 pm
Meeting will be held in the church.
Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi
The Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi
SAVE THE DATE!
Blessing of the Animals
Saturday, October 5th @ 12:00 Noon
Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto
NEW ANNUAL FUND ANNOUNCED AT THE BASILICA SCHOOL
What is new this year?
We are thrilled to unveil our newly restructured Annual Fund. This update consolidates all our event fundraising into a single, streamlined donation vehicle.
You can now make Annual Fund contributions online, choosing to pay in one lump sum or spread out over ten months. Each tier in our donor pyramid offers a range of exclusive perks, with each higher tier including all the benefits of the tiers below it.
No more phone calls or mailing solicitations before each of our four main fundraisers. Businesses interested in sponsoring those events can do so now, at the start of the year. As always, your contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
NEW ANNUAL FUND ANNOUNCED AT THE BASILICA SCHOOL
Please contact Mr. Robert Wright at president@basilicaschool.com for more information.
Take Stock in Children
Take Stock in Children is currently looking for mentors to expand the number of students who can enter the program. Are you a kind, caring adult interested in investing in our future? Do you want to empower a child with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to be successful? Only 45 minutes, once a week, during the school day and year. We have the opportunity for you to pay it forward and make a difference in a child’s life.
Please call 305-293-1546 or email College Success Coach David Henriquez at
david.henriquez@keysschools.com.
Perpetual Adoration Chapel
Everyone is welcome to spend some quiet time with Jesus in our Adoration Chapel. May we take advantage of this great opportunity to be in the presence of the Body of Christ. Come and let Him transform you. If you are interested in participating, please call Maria Del Pino at (305) 587-3545.
Safe Environment Requirements
All volunteers who wish to serve Parish or School in ministries involving children or vulnerable adults must complete the following requirements established by the Archdiocese of Miami. These requirements are:
1) Complete a Level II FDLE background check;
2) Complete the Virtus online training course;
3) Read the monthly Virtus bulletins.
The VIRTUS course is available online 24/7 at www.virtusonline.org and takes about 90 minutes to complete. Please contact our Safe Environment Coordinator, Ms. Eileen Dolan-Heitlinger at edh@basilicaschoolkeywest.com or at the school office at 305-294-1031.
Bereavement Meetings
If you are working your way through the grieving process from the death of a spouse, parent, child, sibling or friend, be reminded that grief support meetings are available to you every Thursday at 7:15 pm in the St. Francis Room of the Klaus Murphy Center. All bereaved are invited to receive support.
If you are interested in becoming a part of the leadership team for this ministry, please contact Velma Christian at the Thursday evening meeting.
For more information you may contact the Rectory Office at 305-294-1018.
The Basilica School: Fostering growth in spiritual,
academic, cultural, and social development.
To make a donation, please visit
www.basilicaschoolkeywest.com or call 305-294-1031.
CONTACT US
The Basilica of St. Mary Star of the Sea
Address
The Basilica of Saint Mary Star of the Sea
1010 Windsor Lane
Key West, FL 33040
Phone/Fax
305-294-1018 Office
305-292-8096 Fax
Priests
Rev. Christopher Marino V.F., Pastor
Rev. Félière Louis, C.S., Parochial Vicar
Rev. John C. Baker, In Residence