Serving Catholics in Ocean Beach, Seaview, Ocean Bay Park, Point O'Woods, Cornielle Estates, The Summer Club, and Robin's Rest
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Blessing of the WatersOn Thursday August 15th there will be Mass for the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary at 9:00 AM. The anointing of the sick will be offered at the Mass. At the conclusion of the Mass, we will process to the beach for the "Blessing of the Waters."
Ancient tradition holds that there is healing in the waters of the sea on the feast day of Mary. At the beach we pray for the sick and for healing and many go into the waters for themselves or for those they love. If you are coming from the mainland, take the fire island ferry from the Maple Ave Terminal in Bay Shore to Ocean Beach. When you exit the ferry go one block inland to Midway and turn right. The Church is on Midway three blocks to the west. 
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