Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, Branson, MO

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On behalf of our parish family and parish staff,

Welcome to Our Lady of the Lake!

As the only Catholic Church in Branson, and one of only two in Taney County, we’re glad you found us! We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you in person!

With the abundance of visitors at weekend Masses, it is difficult for parishioners to distinguish new parishioners or "regular visitors" from our many "parishioners for a day", so please, introduce yourself. Most parishioners wear name tags at Mass to make us easier to identify.

If you are new to the Branson area or are a Catholic who has been away from the Church for a while, we hope you will take time to register with the parish. Drop by the Parish Office or use the Online Registration Form. We also have After Mass Registration on a monthly basis where you can meet some of your fellow parishioners. Whichever way you use, once we receive your registration information, you will receive a new parishioner welcome packet.

If you are not Catholic but are interested in joining the Church or in learning more about the Catholic faith, we invite you to check out Inquiry or RCIA. This is also an excellent way for those who were baptized Catholic but who have not received the Sacrament of Confirmation to do so.

Please feel free to browse and explore our parish web site. Our parish family and staff are available to assist you in any way possible. We look forward to having you as a part of our family. May God bless you

Frequently Asked Questions:

What time is Mass? - Regular weekend Masses are at 5:00 p.m. Saturday, 8:00 a.m. Sunday, and 10:30 a.m. Sunday. There is also a 7:00 p.m. Saturday Mass in Spanish. Click here for a more complete schedule and additional information.

How do I get my children into Religion classes? - Children may be enrolled in PSR at the parish office. Our Parish School of Religion (PSR) for Preschool (4 yrs old) through 6th grade is held 9:00 - 10:15 a.m. in the classrooms on the lower level of the church. This schedule allows families to attend either the 8:00 or 10:30 a.m. Mass as well as PSR. PSR for youth grades 7-12 meets on Wednesday evenings. Click here for more information.

What do I need to do to have my child Baptized or receive First Eucharist? - Sacramental preparation is required before receiving Baptism, First Eucharist, First Reconciliation (Penance or Confession), and Confirmation. Click here for more information on Sacramental preparation schedules and registration.

What is there for my teen? - Our Lady of the Lake Youth (OLLY) is a very active group of young adults, involved in the parish, community, and the diocese. PSR for 7-12th graders is held 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday evenings. Click here for more information on OLLY. We also have a Campus Ministry at The College of the Ozarks (CCNA) that is open to adults ages 18-23.

How can I get involved in the parish? - Our parish has a wide variety of faith formation opportunities, ministries, and activities for all types of interests. All parishioners are encouraged to pursue a faith journey that supports the development of Christian Stewardship. Click here for more information on parish ministries and activities.

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