September 11, 2020: Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Parish Newsletter
Reopening for the Celebration of Public Mass & Schedule
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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Peter asks a question in the gospel of Matthew, that guides us in our prayer this weekend. Can you almost hear Peter addressing Jesus, “Jesus, can I limit forgiveness, may I put a number on the times I am to share mercy and forgiveness?” The beauty of Jesus’ response is that mercy is to flow freely and continually in our lives, as those loved and forgiven of our sins and transgressions by God. Jesus says that there is not to be a terminal point, an end point to our acts of mercy, compassion, forgiveness and efforts at reconciliation.
At the Masses this weekend, the preface used prior to the Eucharistic Prayer II for Reconciliation, for the Community of St. Mary’s will be:
It is truly right and just that we should give you thanks and praise, O God, almighty Father, for all you do in this world, through our Lord Jesus Christ.
For though the human race is divided by dissension and discord, yet we know that by testing us you change our hearts to prepare them for reconciliation.
Even more, by your Spirit you move human hearts that enemies may speak to each other again, adversaries join hands, and peoples seek to meet together.
By the working of your power it comes about, O Lord, that hatred is overcome by love, revenge gives way to forgiveness, and discord is changed to mutual respect.
Therefore, as we give you ceaseless thanks with the choirs of heaven, we cry out to your majesty on earth, and without end we acclaim. Holy, Holy, Holy…
During these challenging times, these days of increased stress and tension in our world, community and at times in our lives, may we look to God more directly, more regularly, for prayerfully as we live and pray with one another.
Earlier this month I received the following reflection from a parishioner. He shared that “the little motto is one he strives to live by and as a fellow golfer; I think you may be able to relate to the analogies. The motto helps me to keep a positive attitude and outlook.” I read and reread his “motto” and truly believe it can apply to all people, you do not need to be a golfer for it to apply to you, if you so choose.
Winners and Losers – BE A WINNER!!!
THE WINNER is always part of the answer.
THE LOSER is always part of the problem.
THE WINNER always has a program.
THE LOSER always has an excuse.
THE WINNER sees a green near every sand trap.
THE LOSER sees two or three sand traps near every green.
THE WINNER says “Let me do it for you.”
THE LOSER says “ That’s not my job.”
THE WINNER sees an answer for every problem.
THE LOSER sees a problem in every answer.
THE WINNER says “It may be difficult, but it’s possible.”
THE LOSER says “It may be possible, but it’s too difficult.”
Set and Reach Your Goals Every Day!
The St. Mary’s Parish Council met earlier this week. Our agenda items and conversation centered on the need for creativity and flexibility this fall for ministry to resume at the Church of St. Mary. We also discussed issues and topics for the Parish to address in October, when we as a church pray for and work for respect for all life. More information will be forthcoming in the bulletin for parishioner’s prayers and reflection.
I also shared with the council the following note that was shared with heads of parish ministries last week. My note read; on another important matter, I am asking for your assistance in sharing the following apology with as many people as you deem appropriate in your ministry and fellow parishioners you regularly meet, pray with, and serve the Lord.
Last month, the weekend of August 7th, there was an article in our Parish Bulletin / Parish web blast on Friday. I trust the staff of the Office of Domestic Violence Outreach of the Archdiocese of Chicago. That request included an item which had the “Black Lives Matter” insignia in a photograph and phrase concluding the article.
We have shared with parishioners many of their bulletin articles and efforts offering help, hope, and assistance to victims and families of domestic violence. We received the article from the Archdiocese that appeared in our bulletin in July, a recent and timely article about domestic abuse. This article got past my staff and past me regarding the content and photo of Black Lives Matter. In this note to all heads of parish organizations, I apologize for this and for any confusion, frustration, or misunderstanding that may have arisen from this. As Catholics, as parishioners, as members of the Church of St. Mary we hold and follow Catholic teaching that from conception to natural death all life is sacred and gift from God. We strive to teach, preach and encourage parishioners of all ages to RESPECT ALL LIFE.
As the pastor of St. Mary’s, I will do all that I can so that such an article does not appear in our publications causing misunderstanding and perhaps even scandal because of its publication in our parish.
These are demanding and challenging times for all people. At St. Mary’s we are supporting the beginning of another year of ministry, education, and service. May all that we do, led by God’s Spirit, deepen the faith and conviction of people to live holy lives, witnessing to one another our belief in God and respect for all of our sisters and brothers.
May God bless you with a merciful, compassionate and forgiving heart, not counting and limiting the times that we express mercy, compassion and forgiveness.
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9/11: The Catholic Church Remembers |
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911. For years, those numbers simply meant a call for help. Now they also remind us of September 11, 2001, the date of the worst terrorist attack on the United States of America and one of the deadliest days ever on American soil. To mark the anniversary of 9/11, we gathered reflections and remembrances from clergy who ministered to victims and their families, and others who were impacted by the tragedy.
In October 2001, the United States Congress passed a joint resolution designating that every September 11th be observed as "Patriot Day." The resolution requests that U.S. government entities and interested organizations and individuals display the flag of the United States at half staff on Patriot Day and that the people of the United States observe a moment of silence in honor of the individuals who lost their lives as a result of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
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Pontifical Good Friday Collection for the Holy Land |
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This year, due to the pandemic, it was not possible to take up the Good Friday Collection dedicated to supporting Christians living in the Holy Land. Pope Francis has accepted the request to move this gesture of sharing, which concerns the whole Church, to September 13. Why on September 13? Because that is the Sunday closest to the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, which is celebrated with particular solemnity in Jerusalem.
The collection in favor of the Holy Land is a small gesture of solidarity that the whole Church is called to make in order to support the care of the Holy Places of Christianity, from the Holy Sepulcher to the Basilica of the Nativity and other lesser known sanctuaries, as well as supporting the pastoral action of the parishes in the Holy Land.
Thanks to the help of Christians from all over the world, this has been the mission of the Franciscan Friars in the Holy Land for eight centuries. It is hoped that they will be able to continue in their mission through the help of each of you on September 13.
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Adjustment to the Time for Daily Mass at Our Church of St. Mary |
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Update: Daily Mass offered at 7:30am Monday-Saturday starting on Saturday, 9/5/2020.
During these COVID days we have adjusted to the church building being closed. We have adjusted to Mass being streamed at 12:00 Noon. We have adjusted to Mass resuming with a limited number of people in attendance. We have adjusted to changing our routine, registering for Mass, arriving on time, entering the south doors of the Church, being nourished in Word and Sacrament. We give thanks to God for the nourishment, sustenance and strength received from the Eucharist; spiritual communion as well as receiving the Holy Eucharist, Jesus present under the appearance of bread and wine.
After consultation with the Parish Council and the Parish Staff, beginning Saturday, September 5th, there will be another adjustment in the daily Mass schedule at St. Mary’s. Daily Mass will be offered at 7:30 AM Monday through Saturday. All are welcome to join us to be nourished in Word and Sacrament around the table of the Lord.
Why this latest change in routine and adjustment to what is familiar at the Church of St. Mary?
The answer is safety. Safety for our school children. Safety for our parishioners. Safety for those who come to the Church of St. Mary for Mass. The new school year is presenting unprecedented challenges and opportunities for our parish community. Instead of having two entry points for the school children, there will now be five. Students will arrive at St. Mary’s at 8:30 AM to begin school at 8:45 AM. Cohorts of our school students will enter daily through the Green Bay road parking lot entrances. If our parishioners, if our guests, if our worshippers at Mass and Rosary Prayer Group are able to attend Mass and pray together, prior to the beginning of each school day, the chance for accidents or worse happening with people driving in the parking lot as students are trying to get to school on time this upcoming school year.
Change to routine is challenging and difficult. We like our familiar routines. I pray that many parishioners of St. Mary will be able to regularly attend daily Mass, Monday – Saturday at 7:30 AM beginning on Saturday, September 5th. As with the adjustments in our routines that have taken place since March 2020, we will monitor this decision and update the community on its duration. Please pray for our school, administration, faculty, students and families. Know that they will be praying for our parishioners and all benefactors of the School of St. Mary!
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SCHEDULE: Saturday, September 12, 2020 - Sunday, September 20, 2020
<--- Register for Attending & Volunteering
Saturday, September 12, 2020:
+ 7:30am: Livestream Daily Mass
+ 7:30am: PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am --> Register via SignUp Genius
+ 8:30-9:30am: Reconciliation in Church, registration not required
+ 5:00pm: Livestream Sunday Mass & PUBLIC MASS --> Register via SignUp Genius
Sunday, September 13, 2020:
+ 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, September 14, 2020:
+ 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, September 15, 2020:
+ 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, September 16, 2020:
+ 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, September 17, 2020:
+ 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
Friday, September 18, 2020:
+ 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, September 19, 2020:
+ 7:30am: Livestream Daily Mass
+ 7:30am: PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am --> Register via SignUp Genius
+ 8:30-9:30am: Reconciliation in Church, registration not required
+ 5:00pm: Livestream Sunday Mass & PUBLIC MASS --> Register via SignUp Genius
Sunday, September 20, 2020:
+ 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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September 13, 2020: Gospel Reflection for the Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time |
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We continue the theme of forgiveness in this Sunday’s readings. In the Book of Sirach we hear the prophet points out that those who cling to sin are also clinging to anger and hatred. We can all recall a time when we feel someone wronged us. And for whatever reason we decide to cling to the emotion of being wronged, of being hurt and we want to hold on to it to enact retribution. Sirach is quick to point out that when we do that, when we refuse to let hurts go and move forward, then our sins are also held against us. We have all done things that we are sorry about. We want that clean slate. It brings us peace to know that God forgives us unconditionally. Well, if God can forgive us why do we think we don’t have to forgive others? To paraphrase Sirach, when we come to the end of our physical life, do we want to feel we should have been more forgiving? Then that gives us our answer as to what we need to change now in our lives.
In our gospel for Sunday Jesus takes the theme of forgiveness and goes deeper as Jesus tends to do. He gives us one heck of a hyperbole for a parable to really get his point across. Peter wants to ask Jesus about how many times we should forgive each other and he wants to overshoot what he thinks the answer will be in order to make himself look good. When he suggests seven times (Old Testament said three times) he expects to be praised but Jesus tells him “…not seven times but seventy-seven times.”. Jesus is essentially saying that we always forgive. There is no end to forgiveness. If we start keeping count how many times we have forgiven people, that’s not keeping count; that’s keep score.
Jesus tells a parable: heaven is like a king who brings forth a debtor. Now this is no small debt the person owes, but one so large he could never realistically pay it back. The debtor begs for mercy even though one can’t fathom why they would be granted mercy. But the king was full of love and compassion and forgave the debtor all his debts. At this point the debtor has a choice, to pass on this love and compassion and show mercy to others or not.
The debtor runs into someone who owes him money, much less than he owed the king. When the second debtor begs for mercy to the first one, even using the same words as the first had; the first debtor refuses to show any mercy and throws the man & his entire family in jail until they can pay off what they owe. The first debtor refused to show mercy even after he had been shown mercy. When the king heard of this he was upset that the one he showed mercy to refused to use the king’s example and pass on mercy. So the man & his family were thrown into jail.
God is infinite love, much more than we could ever imagine. If God can forgive all things, and goodness knows we are all grateful beyond words that God forgives us, then should we not take God’s example and forgive others? That doesn’t mean it’s always easy or happens quickly, but through prayer and the Holy Spirit we too can pass on God’s love and mercy.
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RCIA is Preparing for a New Year! |
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Celebrating God's love together while being socially distant!
"For where two or three are gathered together in my name, I am there among them" (NRSV)
Also take a look at our inaugural issue Good News, where we highlight some of the good news School of St. Mary recent graduates have done & continue to do!
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Upcoming Archdiocesan Events |
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The Seminarian Education Fund provides support for the training and education of men studying for priesthood in the Archdiocese of Chicago. The fund helps to cover the cost to educate each archdiocesan seminarian as they proceed through the various stages of formation before ordination as a priest for Chicago.
Please support the men seeking to answer God’s call to a life of service as a priest for the Archdiocese of Chicago.
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The Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass that was scheduled for Sunday, September 13 is cancelled to better ensure the health and safety of all. We regret the cancellation of this celebration, as the commitment of 50 years of marriage is not only a significant and heartfelt milestone for the couples and their families, but for us as a Church. While it is not possible for an in-person celebration this year, we cannot overlook the deep need to honor these couples in their commitment to the sacrament of marriage.
You are encouraged to please register with other jubilarians to receive a video of congratulations from the Cardinal. The parish receptionists are happy to assist if you need their help. Please contact the Parish Office at 847-234-0205. Otherwise: Registration can be done by clicking here. The recorded video of congratulations will be distributed to the jubilarians via email. In addition, the Office of Lifelong Formation will issue a certificate in honor of the jubilarians to be sent to their physical home address. It is our hope to celebrate the 2020 jubilarians during the 2021 Golden Wedding Mass. More information will be provided as it becomes available.
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The recitation of the Patriotic Rosary will begin on Friday, August 14, at 6:30pm and for every Friday thereafter. All are welcome to participate in this devotion for the needs of the Church and our country. Please join us to plead for Our Lady’s intercession in these most difficult times. The normal protocols will be observed: you must sign up in advance; all persons attending will be required to wear a mask, use hand sanitizer; social distancing will be maintained at all times. Anyone who has not reserved in advance will have to provide his/her name and contact information upon entering the church for contact tracing, if necessary. This information will be used for no other purpose. The main church doors will be open at 6:15pm. Recitation of the Rosary will begin promptly at 6:30pm.
Sign-up to attend on St. Patrick’s website at:
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Plenary Indulgence in Time of Crisis |
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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 September 18. 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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This year’s Tootsie Roll Drive will be held September 19 and 20.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the Knights of Columbus will not be able to collect in front of various businesses as they have done in the past.Thanks to Fr. Mike, they will be able to leave donation buckets outside of the front (exit) doors of St. Mary’s Church. Donations will be accepted next weekend, on September 19 and 20 after all Masses.
Though they will not be handing out individual Tootsie Rolls, you can purchase a 50 count box for a minimum donation of $10 each. If you would like to make corporate or individual donations, please make checks payable to: Illinois State Council of K of C Charities, Inc.
Thank you in advance for all of your support and may God richly bless you!
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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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BANNS
III Brennan Matthews and Annie Martini
II Roman Korol and Jeanne Chapin
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
Jacqueline Cimarrusti
Marianna Cimarrusti
Charles Cook
Virginia Cordoba
Mary Elizabeth Cran
Aldo Crovetti
Greg DeBoer
Louis Degaetano
Mimi Degaetano
Mike Dellefield
Lewis Dilts
Joan Dolan
Annamarie Elfering
Hannah Erickson
Susan Ewert
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Abby Furco
Esperanza Galikay
Jenny Green
Jeanne Gross
Jesus Guzman
Edward Halle
Elizabeth Hand
Margaret Hartman
John Herbert
Hannah Hodgson
Edward Hoover
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
Jim Macdonald
Angela Martinez
Carolina Martinez
Ralph Mastro
Robert Matthei
Derrick Mathews
Donna Mathews
Kathryn McConnell
Janet McCue
Margaret Mary McIntyre
Mary Anne Minich
Dolores Morrison
Rick Nacius
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Barbara Neis
David O'Brien
Peter O'Brien
Helen O'Neill
Joaquin Padilla
John Paleczny
Tom Palella
Mary Margaret Pawl
Mary Butterfield Peddle
James Dean Penar
Marie Pfeiffer
Lisa Pommer
Lil Porter
Marianne Powers
Carol Pozdel
Marcia Ries
Mathew Rowley
Susan Schey
Bill Shafer
Colleen Sheerer
Tai (Pascal) Shin
Joan Sparrow
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
Jim Wenzel
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:
Dolores Hynes (mother of Paula [Stanford] Tack)
Marily Halvorsen (mother of Kathleen Enstrom and Maureen Lefebure)
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Mass Intentions will be prayed for during a private or public daily Mass.
September 12, 2020:
7:30am: Betty Milite; Stanley Sadej;
5:00pm: Ann O’Connell and Special Intention for Leslie & John Koeller
September 13, 2020:
8:00am: Angela Chiapelas; Special Intention for Jeanne Hlavacek
10:0am: Joseph W. Steele; Edmund Nowicki
Noon: Catherine & Tom Sullivan; Special Intention for Gordon & Rosemary Sheahen; People of St. Mary’s
September 14, 2020: Helen Meyenberg; Rosemary Pavlo; Bill & Grayce Bennett; George Waldeck
September 15, 2020: Joseph Zaccari, Sr.; Clive Staples Lee; Alfred Stroh; John Michael Biggins
September 16, 2020: June Lorge; Special Intention for Francis X. Golniewicz
September 17, 2020: Special Intention for Diane Archibald; Eddie Diefenbach; William & Michael Lorenz; Mary Banks
September 18, 2020: Patricia Reinwald; Mary Kay Tschanz; Joan Camburas Theodore; Terry Lucari; Souls in Purgatory
September 19, 2020:
7:30am: Matilda Leonard; Franco Catanese
5:00pm: Bob Pommer; Anna & Carl Deckmeyer; Eliseo Elisei
September 20, 2020:
8:00am: Betty Milite; Cimarrusti-Valentino Family
10:0am: Rita Healy Lewis; Dr. Leo & Mary McCabe
Noon: Susan Ashbridge; Stephen Foley, Sr.; 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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“For if we live, we live for the Lord, and if we die, we die for the Lord; so then,whether we live or die, we are the Lord’s” ROMANS 14:8
This is the essence of stewardship – everything we have and everything we are is a gift from God. We aren’t “owners” of anything, we are merely “stewards” of the gifts that God has given us, especially our very own lives. Pray to God - daily - and ask Him how He wants you to use the gifts He has given you.
Sunday Collection Actual Budgeted Surplus/(Shortfall)
September 6, 2020 $17,358 $21,000 ($3,643)
Total Sunday Collections Fiscal 2021 YTD $180,858 $210,000 ($29,142)
Catholic Charities YTD $3,522
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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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Like the Church of St. Mary Facebook Page to get notices on viewing Livestreamed Mass! Prior recorded Masses can also be watched via our Facebook Page.
Like the Church of St. Mary Facebook page to see regular updates from popular Catholic pages such as the Archdiocese of Chicago, Cardinal Blase Cupich, and the USCCB. See news from the School of St. Mary, Guild of St. Mary, Religious Education Program, Youth Ministry and upcoming events at our parish!
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The Church of St. Mary has a YouTube channel! Once we have 1000k subscribers, we can stream live! Look for the black and white image of the Church of St. Mary when searching for the channel or click on either image here to go straight there! Don't forget to subscribe! |
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