Welcome to Saint Rita Roman Catholic Church – Long Island City, Queens, New York

Adoration Hours

Every Thursday after 8:00am Mass, and every first Friday of the month from 8:30am-6:00pm.

Mass Times

Saturday
8:00am (English)
5:00pm (Vigil, English)

Sunday
9:00am (English)
10:30am (Español)
12:00pm (Português)

Weekdays
Monday - Friday, 8:00am (English)
Wednesday & Thursday, 7:00pm (Español)
First Fridays, 7:30pm (Português)

Holy Days of Obligation
8:00am (English)
7:00pm (Vigil, English)

Confession Times

Please call the rectory at (718) 361-1884 to make an appointment with one of the priests.

Mass: What to Expect

The central Catholic act of worship is attending the Mass, or Divine Liturgy. The Mass is divided into two parts: the Liturgy of the Word, and the Liturgy of the Eucharist. 

During the first part, the priest leads us in prayer and songs, praising God, thanking Him, and asking Him for forgiveness. We hear Scripture readings, the priest gives a talk, and then we all pronounce the core principles of our faith. 

In the second part, the priest says the blessing, transforming bread and wine into the Body and Blood of Christ. We all say the "Our Father" prayer, and then receive communion. Finally, there is a closing prayer and final blessing.

Why go to mass? Sacraments