CARMELITE MONASTERY
Carmel of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Sparta, WI

The Precious Blood of Jesus Christ, is the most powerful and only real remedy for all that is deserved by our sins. There is nothing that we can do on this earth that is greater than to renew the Sacrifice Jesus made to His Eternal Father. The Mass is the unbloody renewal of this Sacrifice of Jesus on the Cross. The Mass, being a most pleasing Sacrifice offered to God, is a most effective remedy when offered for your intentions. Christ is the real Priest and Victim of each Mass, the Catholic priest, just stands in His place to continue this Sacrifice and apply it for you.

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As with all other holy things, the Mass is truly given to you by God freely. Nevertheless, it costs a little something to operate the chapel; purchase wine, hosts, and candles; and keep the priest alive so that he can offer Mass for you. Hence the custom of giving a Mass stipend. As we at the Monastery, live apart as we can from the world, please try to do your own research from other sources as to what is appropriate for an amount. We will try to be accommodating as possible. If you are poor, and not able to give a stipend, please note that, and we will still try to offer your Mass as we are able.

We do not offer Masses for Non-Catholics or those who have the name of "Catholic", but obstinately reject a teaching of the Church. If for some reason your Mass is not able to be offered, we will refund your payment.