January 22, 2021: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Parish Newsletter
The Church of St. Mary :: 201 E. Illinois Lake Forest, IL 60045
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From the Desk of Fr. Mike Nacius, Pastor |
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On a regular basis, people who walk into our parish church stop at the vigil lights, place their offering in the donation box funding the St. George Fund at St. Mary’s. They say a prayer before the beautiful icon of Our Lady of Perpetual Help. (Last Spring I shared in an article from my sabbatical the importance of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in the Redemptorist community where I was attending the Renewal Program in Arizona for 10 weeks.) People will pause, pray and light a candle or two before going into the pew for Mass or leaving the church and going on their way.
Vigil lights are part of the history and tradition of the Catholic Church. Some churches offer a variety of size candles, with suggested offerings depending upon the candle that is lit while saying a prayer for a personal need, a family member, a friend or loved one or a need for the Church and world. The faithful light vigil lights and votive candles for any number of reasons. I was looking at articles that appeared in the National Catholic Register (NCR) website and share the following summary with you today:
Lighting votive candles and vigil lights is a strong tradition in the Church that began at least 1,800 years ago, when lights were burned in the catacombs at the tomb of martyrs as a sign of unity with them. The lights kept “vigil”; hence they were named “vigil lights.” Those candles have long been recognized with prayer. Whenever the faithful light a candle and say a prayer before or after lighting it, they are “turning that lit candle into a continuation of our prayer … as long as that candle is lit.” It, too, keeps a vigil.
“The word ‘vigil’ comes from the Latin vigilia and means ‘to keep watch.’ “The vigil candle we light for a period of time symbolizes how we as persons wish to remain present to the Lord in prayer even though we might leave the church and go to our own homes.”
Because the lit candle maintains that prayer, it is also called a votive candle. The terms “vigil lights” and “votive candles or lights” are basically interchangeable. The word “votive” comes from the Latin votum, meaning a “promise or a prayer,” indicating that “a candle which we call a votive candle really represents our prayer before God,” “When we light a candle, we’re basically giving a prayer intention. It’s a physical sign of a spiritual prayer.”
Years ago I had the privilege of leading a pilgrimage through Spain and southern France. One of the highlights of the trip was the time we spent at the Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes. I have never seen a vigil / votive light stand like the one in Lourdes. There is a trough of melted wax from all of the candles and all of the sizes pilgrims light when offering a prayer. It is a wonderful testimony of faith to know that candles at the Shrine of Lourdes, next to the Grotto, continuously burns since February 19, 1858 in memory of Bernadette who arrived at the Grotto with a blessed candle.
Here at St. Mary’s when asked, “how long does the candle stay lit” is an interesting question posed by parishioners. If you light the candle before the 5 PM Mass on Saturday, it will not be lit as long as you were to be the first person in St. Mary’s on a Sunday morning and light one of the votive / vigil candles. At Lourdes, there is an inscription, behind all of the lit candles, above the trough of melted wax is written in Italian and Latin the translation is the same as they both say the same thing, which is “In this light my prayer endures.” Or loosely: “This light will allow my prayer to continue.” I am grateful to have a kind and generous parishioner that is a linguist and was able to assist me with translating the engravings..
The donations received in the vigil candle offering box at St. Mary’s are used for one purpose; to support people who reach out to the parish in need. Their needs are funded through the generosity of parishioners that donate to the St. George Fund. That support can be for food. Sometimes it is to assist with rent. Sometimes it is for helping with medical insurance and medical expenses, prescriptions, etc.…Is it possible that the intention of the person, who lit the candle and said the prayer for a particular intention, continues to be offered, not as long as the candle stays lit, but through the compassion extended to God’s child that they receive, as they are helped in their need by the offerings received for the St. George Fund of the Church of St. Mary.
I don’t imagine that last statement would ever appear in the NCR, but with our God all things are possible, I am sure it has some merit by the work of God’s grace and the lives supported from each candle that is lit and each prayer offered before the beautiful icon of Our Lady of Perpetual Help. Thanks to all who make an offering in the donation box when lighting a candle.
Every January Catholic Schools across the nation celebrate Catholic Schools Week. This year there will be a number of activities for current and future school families to participate in. That schedule of events is being finalized. Catholic Schools Week takes place from January 31st – February 6th. For more information regarding registering for the School of St. Mary, scheduling a tour and learning more about the wonderful Catholic education that takes place in our parish school interested parties are encourage to reach out to Mrs. Mandy Castle by phone at 847-295-4830 or via email at mcastle@schoolofstmary.org.
There is a wonderful event just around the corner that will be fun for all and aid in the continued support of the School of St. Mary. Welcome to the School of St. Mary’s
Growing Together in Love Virtual Gala, Friday, February 19th, 6:30 to 8:00pm. Please visit the link to the Virtual Gala - https://lovestmarys.com/ - to learn how you can support, donate and register for this wonderful Gala for the School of St. Mary.
May God bless us, our loved ones and our nation with the peace we find alone in Christ Jesus.
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How to Safely Wear and Take Off a Mask |
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Celebrating the Rites of RCIA |
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The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process by which Catechumens, those who are preparing to be baptized and Candidates, those who have been baptized, prepare for full initiation into the Catholic Church. Besides the weekly meetings where they are instructed on the teachings and traditions of the Catholic Church, there are certain Rites celebrated within the Liturgy of the Mass. During these Rites the catechumens and candidates are introduced to the parish community and the parish community to them so as to enrich the faith life of both.
This weekend, January 24, during the 10:00am Mass, respective of challenges with the pandemic we are celebrating the first rite, the Rite of Welcome for some of our RCIA community. This first rite also called the Rite of Acceptance, celebrates their intention to continue sessions and support of the parish community.
During the Rite of Welcome, catechumens and candidates along with their sponsors are called forward and asked two questions: “What do you ask of the Church” and “What does faith offer you?” The sponsors affirm their intention to support the catechumens and candidates on their faith journey. There is a blessing by the priest and a special prayer for them. The parish community also will show a sign of support. Then they are dismissed to reflect on the Gospel.
After several more weeks of intense instruction, especially on the sacraments and obligations of being a Catholic, we celebrate the Rite of Election. It is also referred to as the Rite of Sending. This Rite which occurs during Lent celebrates the election by the Church of those who have been accepted by the community for full initiation into the Church. The Elect, as they are now referred, confirm their desire to become full members of the Church and their sponsors affirm that the Elect are sincere in this desire and have completed all the requirements at this time. The parish community is also asked to confirm their support of the Elect as they continue to prepare for full membership in the Church. The Elect then put their name in the Book of the Elect. After the Universal Prayer (Prayer of the Faithful), the priest blesses them and they are again dismissed to reflect on the Gospel. This Rite concludes with a celebration at the Cathedral by one of our Bishops.
During the season of Lent, we celebrate the Scrutinies. The series of three are celebrated during Mass usually on the third, fourth, and fifth Sundays of Lent. The Elect are dismissed after the homily with a special blessing as they leave to go and discuss spiritual strengths and weaknesses as they work to improve their strengths and eliminate their weaknesses as they prepare for initiation.
Finally, after months of instruction, prayer and spiritual discernment the candidates and catechumen are welcomed into the Church at the Easter Vigil with the reception of the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. This celebration calls on them and all of us to be fully immersed into the death and resurrection of Christ and to take on a new life in him. The candidates and catechumens are now officially members of the Church.
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SCHEDULE: Saturday January 23, 2021 - Sunday, January 31, 2021
<--- Register for Attending & Volunteering
Saturday, January 23, 2021:
+ 7:30am: Livestream Daily Mass
+ 7:30am: PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am --> Register via SignUp Genius
+ 8:00-9:00am: Reconciliation in Church, registration not required
+ 5:00pm: Livestream Sunday Mass & PUBLIC MASS --> Register via SignUp Genius
Sunday, January 24, 2021:
+ 8:00am: PUBLIC MASS --> Register via SignUp Genius
+ 10:00am: Livestream via Facebook
+ 10:00am: PUBLIC MASS --> Register via SignUp Genius
+ 12:00pm: PUBLIC MASS --> Register via SignUp Genius
Monday, January 25, 2021:
+ 7:30am: Livestream Daily Mass
+ 7:30am: PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am --> Register via SignUp Genius
+ 8:00am: Rosary --> Register via SignUp Genius
Tuesday, January 26, 2021:
+ 7:30am: Livestream Daily Mass
+ 7:30am: PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am --> Register via SignUp Genius
+ 8:00am: Rosary --> Register via SignUp Genius
Wednesday, January 27, 2021:
+ 7:30am: Livestream Daily Mass
+ 7:30am: PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am --> Register via SignUp Genius
+ 8:00am: Rosary --> Register via SignUp Genius
+ 5:00-7:00pm: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament --> Register via SignUp Genius
Thursday, January 28, 2021:
+ 7:30am: Livestream Daily Mass
+ 7:30am: PUBLIC MASS --> Register via SignUp Genius
+ 8:00am: Rosary --> Register via SignUp Genius
Friday, January 29, 2021:
+ 7:30am: Livestream Daily Mass
+ 7:30am: PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am --> Register via SignUp Genius
+ 8:00am: Rosary --> Register via SignUp Genius
Saturday, January 30, 2021:
+ 7:30am: Livestream Daily Mass
+ 7:30am: PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am --> Register via SignUp Genius
+ 8:00-9:00am: Reconciliation in Church, registration not required
+ 5:00pm: Livestream Sunday Mass & PUBLIC MASS --> Register via SignUp Genius
Sunday, January 31, 2021:
+ 8:00am: PUBLIC MASS --> Register via SignUp Genius
+ 10:00am: Livestream via Facebook
+ 10:00am: PUBLIC MASS --> Register via SignUp Genius
+ 12:00pm: PUBLIC MASS --> Register via SignUp Genius
GENERAL GUIDELINES
Below are a few guidelines for being in the Church. There are numerous signs around the exterior and interior of the Church to help facilitate these new patterns. Due to the limited capacity, number of parishioners and our reduced Mass schedule, we ask that you sign up for a weekend Mass every other week and one weekday Mass to allow others to be able to pray in the Church and celebrate Mass in person. If the day before, there are still open slots, you may sign up.
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Church Entrance: The south door, near the elevator, is the only entrance into the Church. Please form a line along the exterior south wall of the Church and a volunteer greeter will let you in.
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Arrive On Time: South Entrance doors will open 15 minutes prior to the start of Mass and it is strongly encouraged you arrive by the time the doors open as time is needed to Greet visitors and allow Ushers to seat you.
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Entrance Doors Close: South Entrance doors will close at the start of Mass to allow volunteers to attend Mass. Thank you for allowing yourself time to arrive.
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Volunteers: Parish volunteers will be on site to help direct and guide all of us as we begin to open and re-enter the Church.
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Masks/Face Covering: Mask or face coverings are required to be worn by all individuals at all times while in the Church building.
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Hand Sanitizer: Sanitize your hands as you enter the Church building.
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Social Distance: Maintain proper social distancing of 6 feet apart, unless you are with somebody who lives in the same household as you. There are floor markings to help facilitate this.
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100 Persons Maximum: A maximum of 100 individuals (excluding the priest and other ministers) are allowed in the Church at one time. In inclement weather, personal vehicles would be a necessary shelter while waiting.
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Church Exit: The north doors onto the main plaza will be the only exit from the Church (unless you require use of the elevator).
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Church East Entrance - Emergency Exit Only: Please do not use the East doors onto the stairways for either entering or exiting.
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Surface Sanitizing: All surfaces touched by persons are sanitized prior to the next opening of the Church.
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Restrooms Unavailable: For the safety of all, the restrooms will not be available, unless it's an emergency.
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Registration Required: Registration is required through SignUp Genius for Public Mass, Adoration, Baptisms, Weddings and Funerals. 85 slots will be available online and 15 slots will be available by calling the office for those who do not have access to technology.
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SignUp Availability: SignUps for the next week's schedule will be available through SignUp Genius after 9:00am on Friday's. Registration is required for Public Mass & Prayer, Adoration, Weddings, Funerals and Baptisms. If you need assistance, please contact the Parish Center Office during normal business hours at receptionist@churchofstmary.org or call 847-234-0205. Leave a message and they will call you back.
VOLUNTEERS
Volunteer Tasks:
- Greeters will assist in managing the flow of congregants as they enter the church, participate in the liturgy/sacrament, and exit the church.
- Team members will combine some of the functions of an usher, such as directing participants to appropriate seating/waiting areas, but will include additional responsibilities, including, but not limited to, making sure attendees use hand sanitizer upon entering, are wearing a mask, and are reminded not to enter if ill.
- Given the circumstances, greeters will need to be tactful and firm paying careful attention to all people on-site. To support parish greeter teams, rudimentary training tips on handling difficult situations will be provided.
- Volunteers will ensure that: all supplies needed for each sacramental celebration/gathering are ready for use, entrances and exits are marked and propped physically open prior to attendees' arrival/departure, and windows are opened.
- Volunteers will help maintain and sanitize essential and trafficked areas of the church after the church has been used. Masks and gloves will be provided, if necessary, in addition to approved cleaning/disinfecting supplies.
May God grant you peace and comfort in this time.
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January 24, 2021: Gospel Reflection for Second Sunday in Ordinary Time |
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John the Baptist has been arrested, effectively ending his time as a Prophet. Jesus might do well enough to stay away from Herod’s territory, for he will call for John’s head and it is a dangerous region to be in presently. However Jesus travels to Galilee right into Herod’s area of reign and preaches that the “time of fulfillment is now”. Jesus doesn’t let other people’s actions dictate his mission or how he lives it out.
Jesus will however need others to not only aid in carrying out his mission and ministry but to carry it on after he returns to God. This Sunday’s gospel is similar to last Sunday’s where we see Jesus calling disciples to follow and learn from him. Jesus is walking along the Sea of Galilee and comes across two sets of brothers. There is a lot happening in this fast paced scene! There is some word play going on in the original text. These four men, Simon, Andrew, James & John are all fishermen by trade. They catch fish, nourishment, and sell it to others so that may have physical life. Jesus is offering them a chance to be a part of his mission to find others and offer them spiritual nourishment, eternal life.
What Jesus is asking of & offering to these men is no small matter. In those days, as it still is in many parts of the world today, you worked in the family business, the family trade. Sons worked for their fathers and eventually took over the family business helping to care for the whole extended family until it was time to pass it down to the next generation. So when we read and reflect on how quickly these men up and left the family business not having any idea what that would entail, that says a lot about faith in Jesus, whom they would have heard about but may not know too much about the particulars. They gave up everything; their family, their livelihood, any security they may have thought they had. They did this all because there was just something about Jesus that ignited a spark in their hearts and souls. This was not following a rock band around the world going to all their concerts; this was a metanoia, a changing of their hearts and souls towards God, to follow God’s will wherever it may lead. They didn’t pack food, clothes or money; those things would be provided as needed by God working through others. Deep within themselves they knew they had to do this, had to learn from and follow Jesus. Just like these four men, we too need to listen with our heart & soul to what it is God is calling us to do to help bring about the kingdom of God here on earth.
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Sunday of the Word of God: January 24, 2021 |
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On September 30, 2019, on the liturgical memorial of St. Jerome, Pope Francis announced that the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time would be celebrated as the Sunday of the Word of God, as instituted in his apostolic letter, Aperuit Illis.
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Is your family interested in Catholic School for next fall? Join us for a virtual open house, on Sunday, January 31, 2021 between 11:00 a.m-2:00 p.m. to learn more. We will feature information on both the Primary Grade Center and Upper Grade Center campuses. Tune into this zoom link, or see our website, https://www.schoolofstmary.org/admissions/open-house.cfm for more information:
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 857 0552 9331
Passcode: 05ZjtN
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9 Days for Life is a novena for the protection of human life. Each day’s intention is accompanied by a short reflection and suggested actions to help build a culture of life. The complete novena is available here or visit www.9daysforlife.com to sign up for daily prayers sent January 21-29 by email or text message, or download the free mobile app!
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Catholic Charities Meals on Wheels Drivers Needed
Are you interested in helping seniors in your community? Catholic Charities partners with Meals on Wheels America to provide a noontime meal for those who are homebound or unable to prepare their own food due to physical or mental difficulties. Many of our Meals-on-Wheels clients see only one person per day—our volunteers. Many of them would be unable to live independently without home-delivered meals. Volunteers are needed throughout Lake County, but the need is greatest right now in Fox Lake, Wauconda, and Mundelein. This is a great role for a group or individual who has a few hours once a week or once a month. Substitute and seasonal volunteers are needed as well!
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The Soup Kitchen at Most Blessed Trinity is still serving those in need, but on a “take out” basis. As we have for the last several months, we will prepare “brown bag suppers” for our guests again on January 15. Our packets contain a well-filled meat and cheese sandwich, bag of chips, granola bar, a piece of fruit, and a drink (water or juice). We will need between 75 and 90 meals, and would welcome contributions of:
- Loaves of sandwich bread, preferably whole wheat
- Ham or turkey
- Sliced cheddar, American, or Swiss cheese
- Individual bags of chips
- Granola bars
- Oranges, apples, tangerines
- Juice boxes or bottles/cans of water
Any and all contributions are welcome. Since the Parish Center is closed, we would ask that you deliver them to Ellen Tierney. Please contact Ellen if you need any additional information: at ellenkelly@comcast.net or (847.295.4649)
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Plenary Indulgence in Time of Crisis |
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Plenary Indulgence
The Apostolic Penitentiary, a branch of the Vatican offices which focuses on mercy and the forgiveness of sins, issued a decree granting a Plenary Indulgence during this extraordinary time. To see some of the ways we can still participate in the life of grace and the life of the Church during the Covid-19 pandemic please click here.
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To find ways to volunteer within our community and to seek assistance from the parish please click here.
Here is a List of Places You may watch Mass on TV, Radio or Online:
- TV: EWTN
- DirecTV Channel 370
- Dish Network Channel 261
- Verizon Fios Channel 285
- XFinity Channel 33, 291, 1668
- Online:
- Church of St. Mary Livestream can be found on our Facebook Page. View past celebrated Masses or join us for a current Livestream Mass according to the schedule in this newsletter.
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Sunday Mass from Holy Name Cathedral (anytime)
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http://www.catholictv.org/masses/catholictv-mass (Daily at 9:30AM)
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Relevant Radio:
- 1:00 pm ET / 10:00 am PT.
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These Masses will be broadcast live on your local station, on the Relevant Radio® app, at relevantradio.com, and on my Father Rocky Facebook page so you can tune in from wherever you are. The Mass will be rebroadcast each evening at 8:30pm ET / 5:30pm PT on your local station.
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To read the Daily Scripture readings you may go to usccb.org and select "Daily Reading" at the top left menu.
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Prayer for the Sick and Deceased |
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Wedding Banns
I John Streicher and Jacqueline Kuczewski
Please remember in your prayers those who are sick, especially:
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Pierre Adam
Renata Adamiec
Peggy Adams
William Allingham
Beny Alvarez
Alexa Anderson
Baby Bower Triplets:
Rose Marie, Adelaide Marie,
and Josephine Marie
Baby Mercer
Baby Peter John O'Rourke
Elvera Baeza
Dolores Beck
Brooke Bloom
Jack Brown
Mason Jeffrey Browner
Baby Virginia Bunimovich
Francesco Camoletto
Nancy Carani
Luis and Maria Cardenas
Carmie Caluag
Nova Carlson
Sember Carlson
Michael Carpenter
Jeffrey Chicoine
Carolyn Cimarrusti-Erickson
Jacqueline Cimarrusti
Marianna Cimarrusti
Charles Cook
Virginia Cordoba
Mary Elizabeth Cran
Greg DeBoer
Louis Degaetano
Mimi Degaetano
Mike Dellefield
Lewis Dilts
Joan Dolan
Annamarie Elfering
Hannah Erickson
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Susan Ewert
Abby Furco
Esperanza Galikay
Jenny Green
Jeanne Gross
Jesus Guzman
Elizabeth Hand
Margaret Hartman
John Herbert
Hannah Hodgson
Edward Hoover
Michael Hrusovsky
Patricia P. Huber
Juan Hurandas
Rafael Ibarra
Shirley Jacksack
Dolores Jansyn
Dick Jaworski
Christian Jenko
Dr. Mickey Jester
Mark Kalbus
Raine Kamm
Oceana Kashul
Mason Kelly
Genevieve Kluza
Patsy Leonard
Caroline Lyczko
Fely Macalalad
Meg Macdonald
Angela Martinez
Carolina Martinez
John Mastro
Ralph Mastro
Robert Matthei
Derrick Mathews
Donna Mathews
Yvonne Tichelbaut McClosky
Kathryn McConnell
Janet McCue
Francis McCullough
Margaret Mary McIntyre
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Mary Anne Minich
Dolores Morrison
Barbara Neis
David O'Brien
Peter O'Brien
Joaquin Padilla
Tom Palella
Mary Margaret Pawl
Barbara Peddle
Mary Butterfield Peddle
James Dean Penar
Marie Pfeiffer
Lisa Pommer
Lil Porter
Marianne Powers
Carol Pozdel
Marcia Ries
Charlene Roberts
Mathew Rowley
Susan Schey
Bill Shafer
Colleen Sheerer
Tai (Pascal) Shin
Pat Spencer
Nancy Sreenan
Ellen Sreenan
Debbie Sternberg
John Sternberg
Maureen Strassburger
Elzbieta Szymanska
Leonard Teifeld
Richard Thomas
John Tocks
Linda Trueblood-Lambert
Joseph Urso
Amanda Van Vleet
Brittany Van Vleet
Martha Williams
Barbara Wilson
Robert Yale
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Please remember in your prayers those who have gone to their eternal rest with Our Lord, especially:
Harriet Kunach (mother of Barbara [Stephen, Jr.] Foley; grandmother of Stephen and Ryan Foley)
Lewis Richards
Bishop Moses
Robertson Delos Ward (husband of Diane Ward)
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Mass Intentions will be prayed for during a private or public daily Mass.
January 23, 2021:
7:30am: Rose Holthouse; Alice & Clarence Tarr; Patricia Waldeck
5:00pm: Rose O’Connell; Eliseo Elisei
January 24, 2021:
8:00am: People of St. Mary’s
10:00am: Thomas Polanska; Special Intention for the Family of Terri Berardini
Noon: Deacon John Lucas; Damian Hansen
January 25, 2021: Anita Schroeder; William O’Laughlin
January 26, 2021: People of St. Mary’s
January 27, 2021: Derry Osborne Falligant
January 28, 2021: Dorina Mentuccia
January 29, 2021: Francis & Cecelia Yoo
January 30, 2021:
7:30am: Betty Milite
5:00pm: Dorina Mentuccia; Special Intention for Denis Bancroft and Rose Bancroft
January 31, 2021:
8:00am: Diane Stocks
10:00am: Family of Doug McGraw
Noon: Harriet Kunach; People of St. Mary’s
If you would like to request a special Mass Intention, please email our Parish Receptionists at: receptionist@churchofstmary.org and they will kindly assist you!
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“Follow me and I will make you fishers of men.” MARK 1:17
Jesus’ call to “Follow me” is a call to all Christians! The call is in the here and now, in our present circumstances, not when we think we are “ready” or have everything in order. Good stewardship of our God-given gifts means that things aren’t always going to go according to our schedule and that God has a much better plan in store for each of us.
Sunday Collection Actual Budgeted Surplus/(Shortfall)
January 17, 2021 $16,358 $21,000 ($4,643)
Total Sunday Collections Fiscal 2021 YTD $597,803 $588,000 $9,803
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THANK YOU for CONTINUING TO SUPPORT the Church of St. Mary |
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We are grateful for the outpouring of support from parishioners while we navigate financially. Thank you for continuing to support your parish as well as our sharing parish, Most Blessed Trinity. Thank you for mailing your contribution to the Parish Office or scheduling your online donation. Offertory basket will be made available during Sunday Public Masses as well for your offering.
Ways To Give
+ Drop in the Offertory Basket during Public Mass at the end of Mass
+ Mail Your Contribution:
Church of St. Mary
c/o Business Office
201 E. Illinois
Lake Forest, IL 60045
+ Online Giving:
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Schedule your recurring donations via our online Giving safe and secure portal, GiveCentral Go to: Church of St. Mary GiveCentral or click the image below.
Thank you!
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