February 5, 2023:
The Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
PARISH NEWSLETTER
The Church of St. Mary :: 201 E. Illinois Lake Forest, IL 60045
Parish Office Hours: 8:30am to 4:00pm Monday - Friday
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From the Desk of Fr. Mike Nacius, Pastor |
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-------This Saturday, February 4, our second-grade students came to church to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation with their family and classmates. Children first learn of forgiveness in their homes, by hearing and saying; “I am sorry”, “I forgive you”, “I love you”, and “please forgive me.” Our young children always appreciate the joy of knowing God forgives them of their sins. It is a sacrament that I pray all people will celebrate to be healed and forgiven of sins.
-------The beautiful Act of Contrition / Prayer of Sorrow is learned by our students and is also found on the back cover of our parish missalette. My God, I am sorry for my sins with all my heart. In choosing to do wrong and in failing to do good, I have sinned against You whom I should love above all things. I firmly intend, with Your help, to do penance, to sin no more, and to avoid whatever leads me to sin. Our Savior Jesus Christ suffered and died for us, in His name, my God, have mercy. I encourage all who are reading this to be able to recite this prayer by heart, in faith.
-------I hope that the following information is old news to one and to all. I am writing and or reminding about upcoming events, celebrations, and Masses that can be attended by parishioners, friends, neighbors, and family members.
-------This weekend, Saturday, February 4, there is a delicious mostaccioli dinner being prepared. The dinner will be held in the school cafeteria following the 5:00pm Saturday Mass. All are welcome to come enjoy a meal with friends and parishioners.
-------Our three-time Blue Ribbon awarded School is having a fun-filled Gala on March 4. The theme of this year’s School of St. Mary Gala is “Sparkle in the Northwoods.” The School Parents Association leadership have been hard at work for months putting together what will be a wonderful, festive, and joyous evening for all who attend. Tickets went on sale last month. They are already sold out – but don’t despair. You are invited to be part of the 2023 Gala Silent Auction. All proceeds from the Gala support the educational efforts and faith formation of our school children. The Gala is open to parishioners, family members, and friends. Many benefactors help the School of St. Mary provide Catholic education for our students. A link for the Silent Auction will be available soon!
-------We will begin the season of Lent on Wednesday, February 22. Prayer services and Masses will be offered as we begin the 40 days of Lent. In addition to our regular schedule of Masses on weekends, we are adding a Sunday evening Mass in Lent.
-------Please mark your calendars and share with family and friends that St. Mary’s will be offering a 5:00pm Mass on Sundays during Lent from February 26 to April 2. The Parish Staff, Parish Council, and Parish Liturgy Committee are hoping that we will have many parishioners come forward in the coming weeks, indicating that they are able to make a commitment and take a leadership role in the Mass. We are looking for lectors, ushers, altar servers, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, cantors, and singers.
-------The celebration of this additional Mass is significant because it is during the Lenten season, a time when people make an extra effort to return to God in prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. Thank you for your consideration in volunteering for this Mass during Lent.
-------May we turn to God who strengthens us in living with Christ in 2023,
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Children's Worship Bulletin for February 5, 2023:
Click for ages 3+ HERE and for ages 7+ HERE.
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SCHEDULE: Saturday, February 4 - Sunday, February 12, 2023
Saturday, February 4, 2023:
+ 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am
+ 8:00am: Confession - Church
+ 11:00am: First Reconciliation - Church
+ 2:00pm: First Reconciliation - Church
+ 5:00pm: Livestream & Public Mass - Church
+ 5:00pm: RCIA - PCLR
+ After 5:00pm Mass: Mostaccioli Dinner - UGC Cafeteria
Sunday, February 5, 2023:
+ 8:00am: PUBLIC MASS
+ 10:00am: RCIA - PCLR
+ 10:00am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS
+ 12:00pm: PUBLIC MASS
+ 6:00pm: COR Youth Ministry - PC
Monday, February 6, 2023:
+ 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am
+ 7:00pm: Soup Kitchen Meeting - PCLR
Tuesday, February 7, 2023:
+ 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am
+ 7:00pm: Parish Council - PCLR
+ 7:00pm - Handbell Choir - CCR
Wednesday, February 8, 2023:
+ 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am
+ 5:00pm - 6:30pm: Eucharistic Adoration & Benediction - Church
+ 6:45pm: RCIA - PCLR
Thursday, February 9, 2032:
+ 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS
+ 10:00am: "The Chosen" - PCCR
+ 7:00pm: Adult Choir - Church
+ 7:00pm: Bible Study - PCCR
Friday, February 10, 2023:
+ 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am
Saturday, February 11, 2023:
+ 7:30am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS with Rosary & Private Prayer after Mass until 8:30am
+ 8:00am: Confession - Church
+ 9:00am: 8th Grade Confirmation Retreat - UGC
+ 5:00pm: Livestream & Public Mass - Church
Sunday, February 12, 2023:
+ 8:00am: PUBLIC MASS
+ 10:00am: RCIA - PCLR
+ 10:00am: Livestream & PUBLIC MASS
+ 12:00pm: PUBLIC MASS
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FROM AROUND THE ARCHDIOCESE
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Endless Entertainment
Each year, Carmel Catholic High School in Mundelein is transformed into a spectacular, fun-filled venue featuring more than 50 bands, activities, improv, theater, a cabaret-style student show, local food and beverage vendors, and much more for ages 21+.
Support the Students of Carmel Catholic
Street Scenes has contributed more than $11.8 million to assist Carmel Catholic High School students in meeting their educational goals by keeping tuition as low as possible and ensuring the best programming and activities are offered.
Hope to See You There!
Join in on the fun at Carmel Catholic High School’s largest annual fundraiser. Beat the lines at the door and purchase tickets in advance. This event is ages 21+. Family-friendly student show performances will be offered on February 5 and 9.
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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:
- Online:
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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.
- TV: EWTN
- DirecTV Channel 370
- Dish Network Channel 261
- Verizon Fios Channel 285
- XFinity Channel 33, 291, 1668
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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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Please remember in your prayers those who are sick, especially: |
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Germaine Arnson
Beni-de Dieu Atibalentja
Tom Brown
Kelly Bukaty
Carmie Caluag
Michael Caringello
Carol Craigmile
Chris Decker
Joan Dolan
Tanya Dornik
Carolyn Cimarrusti Erickson
Cathy Foley
Karl Grubert
Hannah Hodgson
Christian Jenko
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Suzanna Kocis
James Krueger
Caroline Lyczko
Dave Lyons
Jim MacNaughton
Carolina Martinez
Susan McPhillips
Patty McQuinn
Joyce Nutt
Bob O'Connell
Ricardo Pedemonte
Penny Peterson
Migdalia Reyes
Catherine Shin
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This new sick list began on December 1 and will continue through February.
If you would like to add a family member to the Prayers for the Sick, please call our Parish Office at: 847.234.0205.
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Please remember in your prayers those who have gone to their eternal rest with Our Lord,
especially:
Kathy Whittaker
(wife of Forrest Whittaker; mother of Kate [Daniel] Walsh, Susan Licano, and Mike Whittaker)
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Mass Intentions will be prayed for during a private or public daily Mass.
Saturday, February 4, 2023:
7:30am: Brian Welsh; Arthur Hurst; Stanley & Steven Longenberger
5:00pm: Mary “Buffy” Rock; Aldo Raganelli; Max Wesolowski; Faye Rebarchak
Sunday, February 5, 2023:
8:00am: Eleanor Gazinski; John D. Conway; Cimarrusti-Valentino Family
10:00am: Sarah & Matthew Moughamian; Randy Thaman; Robert Matthei
Noon: Mary Scopelliti; John Lussen; Merrianne Pinello; People of St. Mary’s
Monday, February 6, 2023:
7:30am: Sarah Moughamian; Randy Thaman; Steve Hernandez
Tuesday, February 7, 2023:
7:30am: Maurice K. Shiu; Dr. Thomas Palella; Dorothy Sobey
Wednesday, February 8, 2023:
7:30am: Rosemary Sheahen; Carl Scichili; Merrrianne Pinello
Thursday, February 9, 2023:
7:30am: Anastasia & Francis Rim; Virgilio Alcantara;Dorothy Sobey
Friday, February 10, 2023:
7:30am: Mary & Carl E. Moore; Mike McCullough; Dolores Hynes
Saturday, February 11, 2023:
7:30am: John & Theresa Lee; Brian Welsh; St. Mary’s Rosary Group 49th Anniversary
5:00pm: James McGraw; Deceased Family & Friends of the Dunn Family;
----------Special Intention for Derek & Ashley Van Winkle
Sunday, February 12, 2023:
8:00am: Dorothy Sobey; Special Intention for the David Cimarrusti Family;
--------- Jennie Rose Cascio
10:00am: Jack Dhamer; Ruth Edelman; Chuck Seyb; John Lussen
Noon: Matthew Moughamian; William Keating; Merrianne Pinello; 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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“Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” ------------------------------------------------------------MATTHEW 5:16
The generosity of being a good steward of your gifts has a positive effect on people and it is contagious! Good works encourages more good works. Let your light shine! Be careful to recognize that God is working through you and don’t put yourself above the people you have been called to help.
Sunday Collection-------------------------------------------Actual----------------Budgeted------Surplus/(Shortfall)
January 29, 2023------------------------ -------------------- $16,490------- ------ -- $25,000 -------- --- ($8,511)
Total Sunday Collections Fiscal 2023 YTD---------- $821,488----------------$750,000----------------$71,488
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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 to the left.
Thank you!
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Church of St. Mary Website
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Information on our Mass Schedule, Sacraments, School, Religious Education, Youth Ministry, Guild of St. Mary, Liturgical Ministries, Bible Study, RCIA, Bulletins, Gospel Reading Podcasts, Homily Podcasts, and more can all be found on our webpage.
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