Contact Chase Hawkins at chawkins@churchofstmary.org for more info.

Click HERE to visit the Guild website.

And click HERE to download a registration form.

“Buckets of Hope” is a relief program run by a group of Chicago deacons known as “Hope’s on the Way” (HOTW). HOTW helps victims of natural disasters rebuild their homes, schools, and places of worship. In the wake of catastrophic flooding over recent years HOTW has been providing emergency cleaning supplies, or “Buckets of Hope”, to flood-stricken families. “Buckets of Hope” is a program in which 5-gallon buckets filled with cleaning supplies are shipped to disaster areas when it has become safe to start the cleaning process. Over 5000 buckets have been distributed through this program.

1) Liquid laundry detergent, one 50 – 62 oz. bottle

2) Liquid household cleaner, 48 oz. mixed with water.

3) Dish soap 30 oz. bottle, any brand

4) One can of air freshener (aerosol)

5) One scrub brush, plastic

6) 18 cleaning handy wipes or reusable wipes. Two packages

7) One large auto-style sponge

8) Three to five scouring pads, one pack

9) 36 to 50 clothes pins

10) Clothesline (one 100-foot)

11) 18 (3 packages) heavy-duty trash bags, 30-45 gallon

12) One package of dust masks

13) Two pairs of disposable waterproof gloves

14) One pair of work gloves (leather palms necessary)

Recently HOTW had 280 “Buckets of Hope” shipped to Eastern Kentucky. HOTW’s inventory of cleaning supplies is now scarce and they are asking for parishes in the Archdiocese of Chicago to help by contributing either some of the above-listed items for buckets, or making a cash donation so that HOTW can purchase these items. The cost to fill a “Bucket of Hope” is $35.

Financial contributions should be made out to Hope’s On the Way, and either placed in the Bucket of Hope situated in the Illinois Road entrance or brought to the Parish Center. A donation may be made anytime via GiveCentral. Be sure to write on the memo line "2022 Buckets of Hope Appeal." Rest assured that 100% of all donations go directly to the purchase of cleaning items.

Thank you for your support — Deacons Bob and Jack

for ages 3+ HERE and for ages 7+ HERE.

St. Mary's Religious Education

The primary purpose of the Religious Education program is to support families in the faith formation of their children. Faith formation is an ongoing development of the whole person into the image and likeness of Jesus Christ, Discipleship. This journey is life-long and we strongly encourage families to seek consistent formation of their children, each year, as it provides opportunities for children to grow in their relationship with God, offers ongoing development of the knowledge of our faith, encourages a regular prayer life, and strengthens your children to become strong disciples of God, which influences all aspects of life.

Classes are open to children of registered parishioners of the Church of St. Mary who will be in Kindergarten-8th Grade. The RE Program supports families in the formation of children in the Catholic Faith by:

Following the guidelines of the Archdiocese of Chicago, preparation for First Reconciliation and First Communion is a 2-year period beginning in 1st or 2nd grade and Confirmation is a 3-year preparation period beginning in 6th grade. Please visit the RE website for additional information regarding guidelines for Sacramental Preparation.

The wonderful success of our Religious Education program is because of our amazing volunteers who share their gift of time, faith, love of God and our Catholic faith! Each year we are delighted to welcome new volunteers to the Religious Education ministry. The shared life experience of the adult community at our parish continues to be a blessing to the RE community. Praying with the children and presenting the faith through Scripture, discussion and activities helps to answer the call to evangelize within our own community.

Please consider serving in this fun and faith filled ministry. All materials and supplies are provided. You just need to offer a caring and open heart to the children and their families. Consider being a catechist, co-catechist, assistant, office aide or help bring back the Children’s Liturgy of the Word. Please contact Joy Pacheco at (847) 582.2522 to find out about the opportunities and the possibility of sharing your gifts with the RE Program this year!

Questions? Contact 847.234.0090 | religioused@churchofstmary.org religioused@churchofstmary.org

SOSM is starting a Brownie Troop for girls in 2nd and 3rdt grade at SOSM. Learn more about the program at a parent information meeting on Sunday, August 28, at 4 pm at West Park. Please contact Michelle Kijek ( mfricke@live.com, 312.952.0220) or Leah Woock (leah_woock@yahoo.com, 646.457.7616) for more information.

+ 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am

+ 5:00pm: Livestream & PUBLIC Mass

+ 10:00am:  Livestream & PUBLIC MASS

+ 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am

+ 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am

+ 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am

+ 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am

+ 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am

+ 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am

+ 5:00pm: Livestream & PUBLIC Mass

+ 10:00am:  Livestream & PUBLIC MASS

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.

To find ways to volunteer within our community and to seek assistance from the parish please click here.

To read the Daily Scripture readings you may go to usccb.org and select "Daily Reading" at the top left menu.

You may also go to "Today's Reading" at http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings

MARRIAGE BANNS

I Mark Noll and Emily DeMaio

I Tim Cook and Theresa Cwick

Please note that the names on our parish sick list are now posted for a three-month period.

The new sick list began on May 1 and will continue through August. If you would like to add a family member to the Prayers for the Sick, please call our Parish Office at: 847.234.0205.

 5:00pm: George Krause; Dorina Mentuccia; Ralph & Jeff Luther

8:00am: Mia Scholz; Radic-Miriana Family; Buffy Rock

10:00am: Charles Del Grande; Irene Mazurek; Patrick Inman

Noon: Austin Vanden Heuvel; Stephen Menzies; Dottie Corra; People of St. Mary’s

7:30am: Charles DelGrande; Ernie Hiltebrand; Julia Dooley Blackburn

7:30am: Charles DelGrande; Marion C. Callahan; Beth Ellen Sheasley

7:30am: Loretta Nacius; Olivette Letoureau; Joey Guajardo

5:00pm: Dottie Corra; Eliseo Elisei; Ryan Stoll

8:00am: Philip Sheridan, Sr.; Ehret-Carey Families; Lorrie Nacius

 10:00am: Dr. Thomas Palella; Loretta Nacius; Jane Wahner

Noon: Stephen Foley; Rosemary Pavlo; Dee Dee Dudley; 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!

“For behold, some are last who will be first and some are first who will be last.”  ------------------Luke 13:30

Sunday Collection-------------------------------------------Actual----------------Budgeted------Surplus/(Shortfall)

August 14, 2022----------------------- ----------------------- $21,721------------  -- $25,000    ---------- (-($3,279)

Total Sunday Collections Fiscal 2023 YTD----------- $159,669---------------$175,000---------------($15,331)

Total Sharing Parish Collection Fiscal 2023 YTD----$10,213 T

+  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:

Schedule your recurring donations via our online Giving safe and secure portal, GiveCentral Go to:  Church of St. Mary GiveCentral or click the image to the left.

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