Welcome to St. Barbara parish!
Welcome to St. Barbara Parish in Bushwick, Brooklyn, established in 1893. As a local growing church in the heart of New York City,we are a community of everyday people in which Jesus Christ is central to all we do. Together we will transform our city with the love, hope and compassion of God. We invite you to visit us and consider our parish your new home. We can’t wait to meet you!
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If you have been attending the parish for a while but have not yet registered, please take a moment to register. This allows us to have your important information kept securely in our database so that we can send you your yearly tax receipts, as well as give you the opportunity to manage your mail and giving preferences.
Finding St. Barbara
Confession Times
Saturday - 6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
Mass Times
Monday-Saturday
9:20 a.m. (Spanish)
Saturday (Vigil Mass)
7:30 p.m. (Spanish)
Sunday
9:30 a.m. (English)
11:00 a.m. (Spanish)
12:30 p.m. (Bilingual)
Office Hours
Monday : 9:00 a.m. - 5 p.m. (close from 1 p.m.- 2 p.m.)
Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. - 8 p.m. (close from 1 p.m.- 2 p.m.)
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. - 8 p.m. (close from 1 p.m.- 2 p.m.)
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 5 p.m. (close from 1 p.m.-2 p.m.)
Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 5 p.m. (close from 1 p.m.-2 p.m.)
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sunday: ( closed )
Learn about Catholicism
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.
Eucharistic Ministers
It is a sacred thing to administer the Body and Blood of Christ to His Church. The high point of each Mass is the transfiguration of bread and wine into the Body and Blood of Christ. Eucharistic...
Religious Education
Registration starts in May for all Religious Education and continuation classes. Please contact us for more details. Continuation classes are open to all students who have already received First...
Altar Serving
Altar Servers are responsible for assisting the priest in a reverent and respectful manner during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Responsibilities include: preparation for the Mass, assisting...
Lectors
The Lector Ministry calls for volunteers to grow in a warm and loving knowledge of Scripture, which is the living Word of God. Lectors proclaim the Word of God at Mass and other liturgical...
Music/Choir
The choir enhances the liturgical celebrations by leading the music ministry at Sunday Masses through hymns and songs that will ensure the “full, conscious, and active participation in the...
Ushers
Ushers welcome parishioners to Mass and assist with seating at the weekend Masses and take up the collection. They are also available to answer questions from attendees of the Mass.