St. Isaac Jogues Parish

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🎟 Try Your Luck!

SIJ 50/50 Raffle — Still Time to Win!

The holidays are coming, and so is a chance to put some extra cash in your pocket. Our 50/50 Raffle tickets are back on sale in the back of the church this weekend — don't miss your shot!

$2
1 ticket
$5
3 tickets
$10
7 tickets
🎉 One winner takes half the pot — drawing Sunday, November 22 after the 9:00 AM Mass!

The other half supports the ministries and operations of St. Isaac Jogues Parish. Your generosity helps twice — and you just might win!

💵 Cash only, please. Tickets sold following all Masses.
Liturgy
📖 Weekend Readings — All Saints' Day (31st Sunday in Ordinary Time)
First Reading Revelation 7:2–4, 9–14 John describes his vision: those who have endured the trials worship the Lamb
Second Reading 1 John 3:1–3 We are God's children now
Gospel Matthew 5:1–12a Jesus teaches what it means to be happy — the Beatitudes
⛪ Presider Schedule — October 31–November 1, 2026 Saturday
Confession: 2:30–3:30 PMFr. Jim Kiesel
Mass: 4:00 PMFr. Jim Kiesel
Mass: 4:30 PMFr. Michael Depcik
Sunday
7:30 AMFr. Larry Johnson
9:00 AMFr. Jim Kiesel
11:15 AMFr. Jim Kiesel
5:30 PMFr. Jim Kiesel
✝ Upcoming Holy Days

All Saints' Day & All Souls' Day

This year, All Saints' Day will be celebrated on the weekend of October 31–November 1. Mass will be celebrated in the Church on Saturday at 4:00 PM and on Sunday at 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:15 AM, and 5:30 PM.

A special All Souls' Day Mass will be celebrated on Monday, November 2, at 7:00 PM in the church. We will remember in a special way those who were commended to our Lord at SIJ during the past year — each will be mentioned by name. We hope you can join us and share in this special remembrance. Light refreshments will be available in the vestibule following Mass.

All Souls Novena of Masses: All Souls envelopes are available at all church exits and in the Parish Office. If you wish to have your loved ones remembered in the Novena of Masses beginning November 2 through 9, fill out the envelope with your donation and place it in the offertory basket or drop it off at the Parish Office.

Ministry Opportunities
⛪ Serve at the Altar

Altar Servers

Students in Grade 4 and up are invited to serve at the altar. Training is provided. Call the Parish Office at 410-661-4888 to sign up.

🎶 Grades 3–6 · Now Forming

Junior Choir

Sings approximately once a month at the 11:15 AM Mass. Rehearsals: Sundays 12:30–1:00 PM in the church. Contact Paul Binko: 410-661-4888 · pbinko@sij.org

Lector Training
📖 Liturgical Ministers

Lector Refresher Training

On Monday evening, our Lectors gathered for a refresher training in the church as they begin or continue their ministry as Extraordinary Ministers of the Word. If you would like to become a Liturgical Minister — whether as a Eucharistic Minister or a Lector — please contact the Parish Office for more information.

Faith Formation
📅 2026–2027 · Upcoming Sessions

Faith Formation Calendar

Faith Formation Classes: Sundays · 10:10–11:10 AM · Cronin Center

November 2026
Sat/Sun
Nov. 1
ALL SAINTS DAY — Wear a saint costume to the 9:00 AM Mass and to class!
Classroom Faith Formation Pre-K–8 · 10:10–11:10 AM
Special Event Saints-Go-Marching Trunk-or-Treat · 11:15 AM–12:15 PM
Sun.
Nov. 8
Family Faith Event — Parents & Children (Hall)
Sat.
Nov. 14
First Reconciliation Workshop · 9:30–11:30 AM
Parents & Children at Immaculate Heart of Mary, Cartwright Hall
Sun.
Nov. 15
Children's Homily · 9:00 AM
Classroom Faith Formation Pre-K–8 · Cronin Center
🎃 November 1 · Saints-Go-Marching

Trunk-or-Treat — What You Need to Know

📣 Pick up your child from the classroom at 11:10 AM sharp — teachers are eager to join the fun!

Students & Teachers: Wear your saint costume to the 9:00 AM Mass, then to class, and then to the Trunk-or-Treat! Home study families are welcome to join us at 11:10 AM in costume.

Parents: While your child is in class, bring your car or a chair to the side lot alongside the Cronin Center and set up your spot to hand out candy. Trunk decorations and costumes don't need a religious theme — just keep it family-friendly (nothing political, gory, or too scary).

Not into dressing up? No problem! Bring a prop that relates to your saint — a rosary, a stuffed animal for St. Francis, or something that says "Patron Saint of ____." Kids should know at least one fact about their saint and can share it with their class: "Saint _____, pray for us." No report required!

Youth Ministry
🙏 Drop-In Nights · High School & Middle School

Youth Group — Everyone's Welcome!

All teens are invited to the Kateri Room for an evening of faith, fellowship, and fun — 6:30–8:00 PM. High Schoolers are also encouraged to join Middle School nights to participate, encourage, and guide the younger students.

High School · 1st & 3rd Mondays HS Youth Drop-In
Next event: November 2
Kateri Room · 6:30–8:00 PM
Middle School · 2nd & 4th Mondays MS Youth Drop-In
Next event: November 9
Kateri Room · 6:30–8:00 PM
Service & Outreach
Haiti Sister Parish Ministry

Haiti Sister Parish Ministry

St. Anthony the Hermit's elementary and middle schools in Chenot, Haiti rely on the generosity of St. Isaac Jogues to provide funding as they nourish and educate their next generation of students. We are united in the love of Our Lord and in our common hope for the future.

Your continued support matters. Visit the Haiti bulletin board near the east entrance to see the impact your gifts are making — photos of students, school lunches, and the lives being changed through your generosity. Be the hope we pray to see in the world.

$90
Sponsors one student for a full school year Use the gold "Haiti" envelope at Mass or scan the QR code in the bulletin to give through Give Central.
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St. Vincent de Paul

St. Vincent de Paul Ministry

Please consider donating to the SVDP Food Pantry. We are currently in need of the following non-perishable, unexpired items:

Pantry Needs: Pancake mix · Pancake syrup · Peanut butter · Jelly · Pasta · Pasta sauce · Hearty soups · Cereal · Juice · Coffee · Canned chicken & tuna · Canned fruit · Snacks · Dish/laundry detergent · Paper products

Gift Cards: $10 gift certificates to local grocery stores are also greatly appreciated.
📢 Attention Casserole Bakers!
Beans and Bread delivery: November 3
Our Daily Bread delivery: November 19
SVDP Turkey Fund
🦃 SVDP · Thanksgiving

The Turkey Fund Is Back!

Please consider putting some cash in the blue turkey jar at the rear of the church. The money raised will be used to provide local parish families in need with a Thanksgiving dinner.

For those wishing to donate gift cards, please place them in an envelope marked "SVDP Thanksgiving" and place them in the collection basket.

Your support aids us in fulfilling God's mission of providing for those less fortunate. The SVDP volunteers wish to express their heartfelt gratitude for your incredible generosity.

🙏 Pro-Life Witness

40 Days for Life — Fullerton Campaign

The 40 Days for Life campaign continues through November 1. Join fellow parishioners in peaceful prayer and witness at the Belair Beltway Plaza location.

Location: Belair Beltway Plaza · 7600–7700 Belair Road · Fullerton, MD
Stewardship and Prayer

Facts & Figures · October 17–18, 2026

$8,420
Offertory
$4,076
Give Central EFT
$12,496
Total Offertory
$5,653
Haiti Parish Ministry
$987
World Mission
$380
Capital Improvements
Weekend Attendance: 888  ·  Thank you for your continued generosity to St. Isaac Jogues Parish.
🙏 Poor Box — Weekend of October 31–November 1: This weekend's Poor Box collection benefits St. Vincent de Paul.
Give electronically through Give Central at sij.org