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October 2023 by Scott Fisher
It feels... odd to review a church ("Bless me, Father, for I have sinned; it's been three weeks since my last review") but St Mary's by the Sea hosts the Rockaway Beach Meals for Seniors programs. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, Meals for Seniors offers lunches on a donation basis ($5 is customary, but no one is turned away for lack of funds). It's a get-together that Rockaway seniors rely on for social contact, conversation, visits with friends, and more, all with a nice lunch at a very reasonable price.For seniors (or anyone) who can't travel, Meals for Seniors also offers a delivery service within town. They also have regular French toast breakfasts as fund-raisers, including sausage, scrambled eggs, usually a fresh-fruit compote, plus coffee and juice. Those are also donation-based, but I typically drop a $20 in the bowl to support what they do for my neighbors.I have always been made to feel totally welcome at St Mary's, and have been to their church jumble sales more than once. (And if you think this makes me feel like I'm in a Father Brown mystery, you'd be exactly right.) There is also a contemplation bench facing the ocean at the west edge of the parking lot, which is a wonderful, peaceful spot to be at peace with oneself and the world.
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October 2023 by Eileen H.
Loved finding a faith-filled Catholic Church so far from our St Louis home. Being able to be nourished by the Holy Word especially receiving the Body of Our Lord Jesus.. Priceless! the msjesty of God is all sround you w friendly People of God. JMJ pray for us all. keep us, the Prople of God safe.
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July 2023 by Malcolm McIver
I went to St Mary’s by the Sea when at the beach on vacation. It’s such a welcoming community! The church itself is beautifully designed with a maritime theme conducive to celebrating Mass, prayer and meditation. I’d recommend it to anyone living in or visiting the area. Thank you to the entire parish and to Fr Akuti for a wonderful Sunday Mass!
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July 2023 by Gary Samaniego
Beautiful little parish with friendly people. The priest was great: he had an accent that talks some getting used to. It's right next to the beach.
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July 2023 by Vicky Knoke
We stop there for the view
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July 2023 by James O.
Beautiful little chapel by the Sea ?❤️
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June 2023 by Maureen Rawlins
Families are always welcome.
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February 2023 by C B
Great designed church
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November 2022 by Christopher Redmond
Great local community church right on the beach! Great facilities. Vibrant congregation supporting a catholic school in Africa. Daily mass!
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September 2022 by Stew Levy
A charming little church in the heart of Rockaway with an enthusiastic choir, a view of the Pacific in the parking area and an ideal place to give thanks to our Creator. Amen.
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September 2022 by Patrick McBarron
I have attended Mass there in the past and the service was intimate and pleasant. The priest was very nice.
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August 2022 by KL Douglas
Beautiful French Toast Breakfast! We brought a friend with us and had a great time.After Breakfast we walked on the beach for a while.Thank you!
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August 2022 by Saundra Warlick
We just like to park here and watch the waves. There is access to the beach for you and your furry friends. Be courteous to the people that go to Church. The parking is for them first... we are just welcome to use it if they aren't. Thanks
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August 2022 by John L. Berghout
This is the only Catholic Church where it’s literally on the Pacific - there is beachfront access from the parking lot. But it’s also an authentic Catholic Church with a beautiful seaside quality that is hard to describe. We always attend Mass here whenever we can.
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August 2022 by Danielle Brady
Celebrate Recovery 5:30 wensday nights. Meeting & Dinner
