8. Church of Holy Rosary

We attended midday Mass on Sunday, July 11th.  This lovely inner city church is more widely known as the "Italian church" at Judiciary Square.  The church building certainly has the Italian feel about it.  This was especially so inside; the main chapel was adorned with statues.

A single priest celebrated Mass; he was aided by one layperson, who directed singing, read the two readings, and assisted with preparation for the Eucharist.  The Mass itself was pretty standard.  The collection took place as the Eucharist preparations were ongoing; the sign of peace took place after the Our Father; in other words, everything was the way one would expect it. 

We estimated the congregation to be about sixty people; mainly white (perhaps of Italian descent?) though other ethnic groups were present as well.  There was a good mix of young and old; singles, couples, and families.