St. Joseph Catholic Church

121 E. Maple Ave.

Libertyville, IL 60048

Phone: 847-362-2073

www.stjoseph-libertyville.org

June 21, 2024

Parish Updates

Father Trout's Farewell Celebration

We are thrilled to welcome around 1,000 attendees at the Mass and reception to celebrate and bid farewell to our beloved Pastor of 12 years, Fr. John Trout this Saturday, June 22, starting at 5:00 PM! Please read the following information to prepare for our celebration.

Event Details:

Mass: Starting at 5:00 PM in the Church

Reception: Following the Mass in both the Koenig Center and the outdoor tent over Sunrise Park

Parking: Due to the expected large turnout, please be patient and plan for additional time with parking and arriving at Mass. The majority of Maple Avenue will be reserved for handicapped parking and for people needing additional assistance. To see a map of areas you can park at around Libertyville, please click here.

Additional Assistance: If you are in need of additional assistance, we will have reserved handicap parking on Maple Avenue.

Program and Presentation: There will be a brief program featuring gifts and speeches from our Clergy, School, Children's Faith Formation, Knights of Columbus, and other Parish Leadership. The program will be available via live stream here.

Dining: Enjoy the same delicious food, desserts, and drinks in both the Koenig Center and in the outdoor tent in Sunrise Park, with a streaming of the program available in the tent. Drinks, dinner, and desserts will be served in both locations, each with two buffet lines for food.

Receiving Line: Beginning through the School Gym entrances and forming through the Gym and Koenig Center, there will be a receiving line with an opportunity to say your goodbyes, present gifts, and take photos with Father Trout. Following the program, Fr. Trout will visit the outdoor tent to greet parishioners.

Live Stream:

To view the live stream of the Mass , please click here .

To view the live stream of the program, please click here .

RSVP: To confirm your attendance, please click here to RSVP!

We look forward to celebrating with you on Saturday and honoring Father Trout's many years of dedicated service to our parish community!

National Eucharistic Pilgrimage

The National Eucharistic Revival is a major movement in the U.S. for Catholics to reconnect with the Eucharist. Seize this historic, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be part of these transformative events while the pilgrimage is in Chicago!

On June 26, the pilgrimage will visit the University of Saint Mary of the Lake/Mundelein Seminary for Mass, testimonies, Adoration, and a Eucharistic Procession. On June 29, it will be at the National Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe for a Vigil Mass and Eucharistic Devotion, with Bishop Jeffrey Grob presiding, followed by a testimonial and Eucharistic Adoration/Benediction. Register to attend!

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Commission Upcoming Events

Connect & Invite

Summer Play Groups

Mothers with young children are invited to bring their kiddos to the various summer play groups hosted by the Mothers With Young Children Ministry (MYC). To learn more, please visit our website.

Mass in the Park 2024 - August 17, 2024

Save the date and join us on Saturday, August 17 for the highly-anticipated St. Joe's annual tradition, Mass in the Park! All are welcome to join us for Mass outside in Sunrise Rotary Park at 5:00 PM, followed by free food, live music, and activities for all ages. To RSVP or sign up to volunteer, please click here.

Learn

Check Out Our NEW Homily Highlights!

Each week, we create a short "highlight reel" from one of the weekend homilies. Then, you get an email with the highlight video, reflection questions, connections to Church teachings, and a weekly challenge based on the homily! Subscribe now to check it out!

Serve

Help Make Lunches for the Homeless

St. Joe's is committed to providing 50 lunches each Wednesday to be delivered a local hotel where PADS Lake County is providing housing this year. Families or groups are encouraged to sign up to make lunches, however, all adults working with youth must complete compliance requirements. Sign up to help!

Adult Volunteers Needed - SHINE Service Week!

Adult Volunteers are needed July 8-12th to supervise teens serving at SHINE, our local youth service week for teens. You will receive lunch, and a free SHINE t-shirt! All adults meet the Archdiocese of Chicago requirements for volunteering with youth. Learn more!

Prayer and Worship

Eucharistic Adoration

Join us for a blessed time with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament during Eucharistic Adoration every Thursday from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. Experience God's presence as you make time for Him to be present with you.

Host a Backyard Mass

Sign up to host a Mass right in your backyard for your neighborhood! Gather your friends and neighbors for a unique experience that blends faith and community. All are welcome! Learn more!

Youth

National Eucharistic Revival - Mass, Adoration and Procession for Youth

Join St. Joe's Youth Group at the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage! On Wednesday, June 26th, we are going to the Mundelein Seminary for the celebration of Mass followed by testimonies from young adult pilgrims, Adoration, and a Eucharistic Procession. Learn more!

Altar Server Picnic

Altar servers! We want to celebrate your ministry with you and your family! Please join us on July 14th from 12:30pm to 4pm at the Mundelein Seminary for a picnic, soccer, volleyball, and fishing. Please click here to learn more.

Accountability

Annual Catholic Appeal - June Update

The theme of this year's Annual Catholic Appeal is Together at the Table. Please click here to read the June update.

Born to Eternal Life

Donald E. Dixon Sr.

Donald E. Dixon Sr., father of Mary Kashmar and father-in-law of Deacon George Kashmar, passed away on June 15, at the age of 98, surrounded by his loving family. To learn more about Donald, his life and his funeral arrangements please refer to his obituary.

May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace.

Giving

Three Easy Ways to Give and Support

Here are three easy ways for you to give and support St. Joseph Catholic Church.

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