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National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day - Prayer & Candle Lighting Service | |
In observance of National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day on October 15, Immaculate Conception’s JPIC Pregnancy and Infant Loss Ministry invites you to join us Sunday, October 11, following the 9:30 a.m. Mass in the Daily Chapel.
We will gather for a brief prayer service and candle-lighting ceremony to remember and honor the precious children who died before birth or during infancy, and to pray for comfort, healing, and hope.
All are welcome, especially those who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss, as well as family and friends who wish to offer support and prayer.
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Join us for the Latino Food sale this Sunday, October 11 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and enjoy a delicious meal with your family. Thank you in advance for your generous support! | | | |
Please note that one of the friars will be away. As a result, there will be no outdoor Mass on the following Sundays:
- Sunday, October 11
- Sunday, October 18
- Sunday, October 25
- Sunday, November 15
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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Sunday, October 11
Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus compares the Kingdom of Heaven to a wedding feast where all are invited to share in God’s abundant love. While some ignored the invitation, others accepted it with open hearts. The parable reminds us that God continually invites us into a deeper relationship with Him and calls us to respond with gratitude and faith.
As stewards, we are entrusted with many blessings and are called to make God a priority in our lives. When we generously share our time, talents, and resources, we joyfully accept His invitation and help build His Kingdom on earth.
Stewardship Question: How am I responding to God’s invitation, and how can I more generously share the gifts He has given me this week?
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Sara, a third grader who truly enjoys Atrium, gave me a gift. Over the summer, she made a book titled, Book of God. On the cover, she drew an open Bible with the words, "In God We Love." The first page says, "I am the vine you are the branches," and then there are several blank pages with a note: I couldn't finish. I smiled at Sara's note and thought to myself, Of course you haven't finished, Sara! You have many blank pages left in your book, much time in your life to respond to the gifts He has given you!
When we first present The History of the Kingdom of God to first graders, the scripture we read with the children lifts up the moments of Creation (Genesis 1:1), Redemption (Luke 2:11 and Luke 24:5), and Parousia (1 Corinthians 15:28). The material we use to help us think about this History is a ribbon that is almost 50 yards long. One section of that ribbon is white, representing the "blank page" upon which, together with God, we all write. This page will contain our responses to the bountiful life God has given us. Sara's response, her gift to me, is a sweet example of the response of children, a response of giving with joy.
I ask you to consider helping our children in Atrium as part of your response. We need assistants (particularly on Tuesday evenings, Wednesday evenings, and Saturday mornings); sewists to cut and sew fabric for First Communion banners; and materials makers (cutting paper, coloring, organizing, painting small items, etc.) Please email Susanne Newman for more information
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| Second Collection: Maintenance Fund | | This weekend's second collection will go towards the Maintenance Fund. This money funds the maintenance of the Church and our campus. | | Diocesen Laudato Si’ Mass & Action Platform | | |
Do you want to celebrate your love for "Our Sister Earth" with Bishop Luis?
You are invited to join him on Sunday Oct 11th for the 9 a.m. Mass at St. Francis of Assisi with a reception following. He will be announcing the Diocese of Raleigh's participation in the Vatican sponsored initiative, the Laudato Si' Action Platform.
Come see what the Diocese envisions for you, your parish, and the diocese as a whole. Be a part of the excitement as this plan shows that integral ecology is a treasure from our Catholic tradition to hold and to cherish.
| | October 11: A Stand for Dignity People of Faith Raising Voices for Immigrants | | |
Join us in downtown Raleigh for a community gathering of prayer, song, and shared witness. Sunday, October 11, 2026, 2-4 p.m. North Carolina State Capitol, South Lawn or - In case of rain, at First Baptist Church Raleigh, NC We will gather together to unite as neighbors through a program of prayer, song, sharing, and a way forward. We will leave with a list of actions we can take to express the teachings of our many faiths through love for our immigrant neighbors. Will you join us?
Together, we will call for the dignity and due process that every person deserves: no more unidentified masked men, no more inappropriate use of force to intimidate, basic human decency for all, and due process too. Bring an open heart and mind, but no signs please. New details about our gathering have been added to the Wake Interfaith Immigration Network website: Check out the event page.
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For young adults ages 18-35, we will have a weekly bible study on Monday evenings at 7:00 p.m. in the youth room.
For more information, see the young adult page on the parish website or contact Bobby Denne.
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Immaculata School will be hosting an information session in English on Tuesday, October 13, at 9:30 a.m. for families interested in applying for the 2027-28 school year.
For more information or to register for this event please contact Barbra Bucci Murray, Director of Admissions.
| | | Saints and Stories is a monthly gathering of women in the parish who come together to pray, learn about the saints, and share their own stories of faith. We meet on the second Tuesday of each from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in the youth ministry room. Join us on October 13 as we learn more about St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Contact Jeanne Bernacki with any questions. | | |
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Please note that the October English Baptism Class has been rescheduled. The new date is Wednesday, October 14, at 6:30 p.m. in the Daily Chapel.
If you are interested in attending or would like more information, please contact Jennie.
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Join Immaculate Conception Young
Adults for a fun evening of music, poetry, comedy, and more!
📅 Saturday, October 16
🕖 7:00 p.m.
📍 School Park
Hosted by Roxanne Fortney. All are
welcome!
| | | One Body LGBTQ+ Ministry Listening & Sharing Circle Gathering | | On Saturday, October 17th, from 10-11:30 a.m., our One Body LGBTQ+ Ministry will host its Listening & Sharing Circle Gathering in room 2127 (Old School Library) of the Immaculata School [please use the Olive Tree Building entrance]. These gatherings are intended to be safe, confidential spaces that foster fellowship and provide opportunities for spiritual accompaniment for our LGBTQ+ parishioners and their families. Our Listening & Sharing Circle meets on the third Saturday of each month. | | | All are welcome to attend respectfully, including LGBTQ+ persons, families, friends, and those who wish to learn more about how we can be a supportive Catholic community, welcoming all and living as One Body in service to the Gospel. For more information, please contact onebody@icdurham.org. | | Meals for the Hungry - 10/17 | | As a parish, we serve dinner to ~150-200 people on the third Saturday of every month. Donations can be dropped off at the Immaculata kitchen (attached to the school) between 4 and 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. Individual meals will be packaged and transported to Urban Ministries on Liberty Street. | | | 6th Annual Franciscan Spirit & Life Convocation | | IC Parishioners are invited to 6th Annual Franciscan Spirit & Life Convocation, taking place on Saturday, October 17, from 8:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Raleigh. This year's theme will be “Journey Together: A Franciscan Mission for Today. Following the footsteps of St. Francis into the future of the Church.” For more information and to register, visit Convocation - The Catholic Community of St. Francis of Assisi |
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What Does AI Make of Us? Join us on Wednesday, October 21, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church for a conversation on Catholic life in the age of artificial intelligence.
Learn about Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas and explore how AI isshaping work, worship, and daily life. All are welcome, and refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP below.
| | | Memorial Mass - Saturday, November 7th | | We will have our annual Memorial Mass on Saturday, November 7 at 11:00 a.m. as we prayerfully remember and honor our loved ones who have gone before us. If you have a family member or loved one who has passed away in the last year and would like them to be remembered during this special liturgy, please contact Olga to include them. | | | Join Us for a Stagsville Tour: History, People, Justice | | |
Immaculate Conception's JPIC Racial Justice Ministry invites you to join us for a private tour of Stagsville Plantation, located here in Durham. Stagsville is more than a historic site. It is a place that tells an important story. As one of the largest plantations in North Carolina during the 19th century.
• When: Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
• Where: Stagsville Visitor Center, 5828 Old Oxford Highway, Durham, NC (near Costco)
• Cost: $2 for adults; $1 for seniors, children under 18, veterans, and active-duty service members. Payment must be made by card at the site. Cash is not accepted.
Registration Required: Please register by November 1, 2026: Registration Form
Questions? Contact Barbara Curran at (440) 840-5511.
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