Symbols are the chalice, the host, grapes and grape leaves.
The chalice was an early priest-king symbol of Melchisedek. It is the cup of salvation, the source of never-ending sustenance.
The host is a flat, round piece of unleavened bread (symbolic of manna in the desert) that the celebrant, a priest like Melchisedek, consecrates at the Eucharist.
Its name comes from the Latin word "hostia" meaning victim. When shown with the chalice it symbolizes the sacrifice of Christ upon the cross.
Green leaves represent revival and renewal and are emblematic of the Savior.
Bunches of grapes are used to make the Eucharist wine and are symbols for the blood of Christ. Because of their connection with the Eucharistic wine,
they symbolize the sacrifice of Christ's blood, while the host represents Christ as sacrificial victim in the Holy Eucharist.
Our Mission
"We are the Body of Christ.
The Parish of Our Lady
of the Visitation is here to nourish everyone. And everyone is important."
The Committee Chair: Sr. Mary Tewes
(The Committee Reports to Parish Council.)
The Committee's Objectives
On going conversion of the individual
(to foster an experience of conversion and renewal in the heart of every
believer, leading to a more active, living Catholic life).
Explicit evangelization at the
Sunday Eucharist and to effectively invite people to Church.
Spirituality in households, family
faith sharing and importance of family.
Please check the bulletin or
call the Parish Office at 922-2056
for additional information on events.