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St. Patrick Parish Crane Road
6N491 Crane Road
St. Charles, IL 60175
Parish Office: 630-338-8000 Office Hours: Monday — Friday
8:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m. Mailing Address:
6N487 Crane Road, St. Charles, IL 60175
Downtown 400 Cedar St.
St. Charles, IL 60174
Since 1851
MASS SCHEDULE SATURDAY 8:30 a.m. Downtown 4:00 p.m. Crane Road 6:00 p.m. Downtown
SUNDAY 7:30 a.m. Downtown 8:00 a.m. Crane Road 9:00 a.m. Downtown 9:45 a.m. Crane Road 10:30 a.m. Downtown 11:30 a.m. Crane Road 12:00 p.m. Downtown 5:00 p.m. Downtown Mass in Spanish
Weekdays: MONDAY—FRIDAY 7:00 a.m. Crane Road 8:30 a.m. Downtown
Call the Parish Office to: • Schedule a Baptism • • Schedule a Wedding •
Please call at least six months before your wedding
• Register as a New Parishioner •
To let us know if you wish to • Discontinue Weekly Envelopes • due to giving through GiveCentral.
Confession/Reconciliation
SATURDAY 9:00—9:45 a.m. Downtown 3:00—4:00 p.m. Crane Road
TUESDAY 6:00—7:00 p.m. Crane Road
Parish Web site: www.stpatrickparish.org
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Dear Friends in Christ, Ash Wednesday and Lent
Today’s gospel is a good one for us to reflect on as we prepare to enter into Lent this coming week. St. Peter has a powerful encounter with Jesus on the boat. Peter comes to see clearly the divinity of Jesus, and in that light he sees very clearly his own sins and weaknesses. He asks Jesus to depart from him because he feels so unworthy and sees his own sinfulness. Jesus does not reject Peter, and he does not tell him that he is beyond redemption. In fact, Jesus is going to call St. Peter to follow him. He is going to empower him so that he will be able to be an instrument of God’s grace. Peter’s redemption begins with his acknowledgement that he needs God’s forgiveness and mercy. God will now be able to work through Peter because he has been humbled.
The season of Lent is a special time to receive God’s forgiving and healing grace. Like St. Peter, we all need conversion and change. As we spend time with Jesus in prayer, and receive him the Eucharist, he will help us to see clearly where we need growth in our lives. God cannot do much with an arrogant spirit, but he can do amazing things with a humble heart. The good news of this gospel is that God can do great things through broken people. Like Peter we may have times when we feel so unworthy, when we tell Jesus to depart from us. Rather than departing from us, he will continue to invite us to follow him.
A great way to enter the season of Lent is to participate in one of the Ash Wednesday Masses. We have the times listed below. Having those ashes placed on our foreheads is a sign that we realize our need for God in our lives. We need his forgiveness and mercy. During Lent we will have extra times available for the sacrament of reconciliation. We will also be praying the Stations of the Cross on Fridays. There are many spiritual growth programs available for the whole parish throughout the season. Daily Mass is another great way to receive blessings during Lent.
May the Lord bless you and our whole parish during this holy season as we begin the journey to Easter!
In Christ,
Msgr. Steve
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FEBRUARY 10TH ASH WEDNESDAY MASS SCHEDULE:
7:00 a.m. Crane Road
Mass & Ashes
8:30 a.m. Downtown
Mass & Ashes
8:50 a.m. Crane Road
Mass & Ashes
12:00 p.m. Downtown
Mass & Ashes
4:30 p.m. Crane Road
Mass & Ashes
5:30 p.m. Downtown
Mass in Spanish & Ashes
7:00 p.m. Crane Road
Mass & Ashes
Schedule for the Stations of the Cross The Stations of the Cross are a traditional
Lenten prayer form that helps us to walk
with Christ and grow in our union with him.
Plan on about a 45 minute prayer service.
Families and children are encouraged to participate.
Here are the days and locations for the praying
of the Stations of the Cross this Lent:
Friday, February 12 7:00 p.m. Crane Road Church
Friday, February 19 7:00 p.m. Crane Road Church
Friday, February 26 7:00 p.m. Crane Road Church
Friday, March 4 7:00 p.m. Downtown Church
Friday, March 11 7:00 p.m. Downtown Church
Friday, March 18 7:00 p.m. Downtown Church
Sunday, February 7, 2016 Page 3
Mail Registration to: Women at the Well, 4N897 Crane Rd., St. Charles, IL 60175 . Please include $7.00 for program and if needed $3.00 per child in childcare/$5.00 Maximum. Or call Patty at 331-442-4043 and pre-registering on the phone and paying when you arrive. Name: ____________________________________________________________ Address: _______________________________________________________
City/Zip: ___________________________________________ E-Mail: ____________________________________Phone: ______________________________
Childcare:
Name: __________________________________________________ Age: __________ Special Needs:______________________________________________
Name: __________________________________________________ Age: __________ Special Needs:______________________________________________
All Women are Invited to… Women at the Well on Friday, February 12, 2016
from 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. at Crane Road in Dempsey Hall
Our speaker is Judy Hehr
Presenting...All you need is LOVE!
In this presentation we will discuss the decision to LOVE and when we make that decision, what it looks like to promote, preserve and protect the sanctity of that love. In the season of Lent and year of Divine Mercy, attendees will be inspired, encouraged to love the way Jesus did.
$7.00 per program. Childcare is $3.00 per child/$5.00 max. For more information visit www.stpatrickparish.org/education-and-youth/adults /women-at-the-well or pick up a brochure in the narthex.
She has been referred to as a ‘Dynamic Messenger’ and an ‘open vessel to a miracle.’ When a moment is spent with Judy Hehr, you are immediately reminded of the love and passion that God has for all of us. As a spiritual motivator and inspirational speaker, Judy has been described as engaging, compelling, entertaining, knowledgeable, enlightening, heart breaking and always electric. Using her sense of humor and examples from her personal life struggles, she generously and selflessly shares her gift of making the connection between theology and reality in our daily lives.
Fr. Browning’s Lenten Suggestions
T he beautiful season of Lent is upon us -Ash Wednesday is February 10th. It is a season of
renewal and conversion. Let’s not let it go by without taking advantage of such a rich opportunity. God gives many wonderful graces during this season. He is calling each of us to take the next step with Him on the path of discipleship. Here are some thoughts to get you started. Let’s pray for each other!!
Come up with a plan that is prudent for your state of life. 1. Daily Mass: will change your life. As often as you can. 2. Confession: at some point during Lent. 3. Daily Prayer: 15 minutes minimum a day, 30 minutes
is optimal. Suggestions: A. Morning Offering B. Rosary C. Read Sacred Scripture (Start with the Gospels or the Daily Mass Readings) • Sign up for one of the daily meditations at right. D. Divine Mercy Chaplet E. Read a good spiritual book (Interior Freedom, Fr. Jacques Philippe) or email me for other suggestions.
F. Stop by Adoration on Tuesday or Wednesday (another life changer) G. Pull out your calendar and write in a
family member, friend, co-worker, or difficult person, on each day of Lent. Offer all your prayers, works, joys, and sufferings that day for them. Powerful practice!
4. Fast: Is there something in your life that steals your time, or is sinful, or focuses you on yourself instead of God and others? If so, eradicate it from your life.
5. Almsgiving: Find a good charitable organization to support either financially or through volunteer work. Do corporal and spiritual works of mercy.
Daily Meditations: Dynamic Catholic follows the Rediscover Jesus book we offered at Christmas (http://dynamiccatholic.com/bestlentever/); Bishop Barron’s daily reflections (http://www.lentreflections.com/); RedeemedOnline (http://redeemedonline.com/); EWTN has some good resources (http://www.ewtn.com/faith/lent/).
The spiritual work you put into Lent will bear many fruits,
because Jesus is a generous giver.
Take a step in faith and Trust in God!
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St. Pat’s Marriage Ministry Presents:
2016 Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance
Saturday, February 13, 2016 In Dempsey Hall, Crane Road Campus
Cocktails & Social 6:00 p.m. ♥ Dinner 7:00 p.m. ♥ Dancing ‘til 11:00 p.m. Please let us know if you’re able to bring an appetizer or dessert
♥ Tickets: $25 per Couple or ♥ $15 per Single
For more Information contact: [email protected] or
Julie Konetzki 847-841-1154 (Childcare is not available this time)
We will be selling tickets After Masses on February 6-7
Walk-In Prices for Tickets: $30 Couple /$15 Single
New Six Week DVD Lenten Faith Enrichment Series! Begins Tuesday, February 9th
“Catching Fire, Becoming Flame” Facilitated by Our Parish Priests. Program by Fr. Albert Haase, OFM
9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Downtown • 7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Crane Road
Tuesday, Feb. 9 — “The Spiritual Journey as a Process of Transformation” God longs to transform us into saints. During this session we’ll look at the stages of spiritual growth. This growth is a gradual, ongoing process of being transformed by God into a “little Christ” for the loving service of the present moment.
Tuesday, Feb. 16 — “Your Image of God” A person’s image of God has a tremendous influence on the way they live their life. A spiritually healthy image of God leads one in the direction of holiness. We’ll explore this vitally important area of spirituality.
Tuesday, Feb. 23 — “The Examen” This prayer practice, designed by St. Ignatius of Loyola, has a 500 year history. It will deepen your sensitivity and awareness of God’s presence in your life.
Tuesday, March 1 — “Seven Principles of Prayer” These principles are at the heart of the scriptures and our Catholic Tradition, and will deepen your understanding of prayer.
Tuesday, March 8 — “God’s Will and Decision Making” We don’t so much follow a master blueprint that God has for our lives. Instead, God gives us free will and we have to learn to make good decisions. We’ll explore some spiritual principles that can guide us in this area of our lives.
Tuesday, March 15 — “The Challenge of Forgiveness” As we have been forgiven, so we are challenged to forgive each other. We’ll dig into Fr. Albert’s seven points about forgiveness.
Catching Fire, Becoming Flame - Registration
Yes! I/We want to attend this new six week Lenten Series!
I Plan on Attending: 9:00 am Downtown or 7:00 pm Crane Road Please PRINT legibly and place completed form along with check for $10.00 per person
made out to St. Patrick Parish for materials, in an envelope marked “Lenten Series”
Place in the collection basket, drop off or mail to parish office at 6N487 Crane Rd. St. Charles, IL 60175.
Name(s) __________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address _____________________________________________________ City__________________________ Zip ___________
Home or Cell Phone (s) ________________________________________ E-mail ________________________________________
Sunday, February 7, 2016 Page 5
Light of the World Retreat Friday, February 26th
thru Monday, February 29th
Light of the World is a fast growing
parish based retreat program
in the Rockford Diocese.
This is our third retreat at St. Patrick’s.
This parish retreat will help you deepen your relationship with God, with the Church, and help you
find more meaning in life. Many people have a hunger to draw closer to Jesus, and find a closer
connection with their parish community, but aren’t sure how to get there.
Life is too short to put our relationship with God on the backburner.
Light of the World Retreats are meant to be the vehicle to help participants find that
deeper friendship with God and find more peace of mind and peace of heart.
When you attend the Light of the World Retreat at our parish you will learn what the clear message
of the Gospel means to you and how you can move ahead in our journey of faith.
If you feel like God is calling you to a deeper friendship, this retreat is for you. The retreat is rooted
in Catholic spirituality and the sacraments. The atmosphere will be casual, relaxed and fun too!
You can sign up on our website at www.stpatrickparish.org and click on the Home page
LOTW graphic or you may fill out the registration form below and return it to the parish office.
If you’d like more information please contact Alyce at 312-286-1577 or [email protected]
The retreat will take place here at the parish at the Crane Road campus.
Retreatants return home at the end of the day.
Friday, February 26 7:00 p.m.— 9:00 p.m. Saturday, February 27 8:00 a.m.— 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, February 28 8:00 a.m.— 8:00 p.m. Monday, February 29 6:30 p.m.— 9:00 p.m.
Light of the World Retreat Please sign me up for the retreat on February 26 through Monday, February 29, 2016.
Name(s) _______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Address _______________________________________________________________________________
City __________________________________________________________ Zip ___________________
Home or Cell Phone ________________________ E-mail ______________________________________
Please drop this in to the Sunday offering basket, bring in or mail to the parish office at 6N487 Crane Road.
There is no set cost; there will be a free will donation taken at the end of the retreat.
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Lenten Evenings of Reflection Act Justly ~ Love Mercy ~ Walk Humbly with God. Micah 6:8
All Parishioners are Welcome to Attend at St. Patrick Crane Road Church & Invite Friends!
→ Any Evening is Open to the Public At No Charge ←
Friday, March 4th from 7:00 — 9:00 p.m.
Reverend Timothy Armbruster —Clown Ministry/Missionaries of the Precious Blood “I do it because of my love for clowning and my love for the ministry,” he said.
Isabel Chavez — A gifted presentation of Soon to be saint, Blessed Mother Theresa with peace and inspiration.
Holy Hour with Adoration & Reconciliation
Thursday, March 3rd from 6:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Sr. Alicia Torres — She lives, prays and serves at the Mission of Our Lady of the Angels in Chicago. Her goal is to be a saint and desires to do God's will & spread Peace! Recent Winner of $10,000 on The Food Network “Chopped” competition.
John Donahue-Grossman — For 25 years, John has served as a public speaker, workshop presenter, and retreat director. He is a gifted communicator for both teen & adult audiences. Topic is on Self-Esteem & Bullying.
Saturday, March 5th from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. • There will be a Free-Will Offering
John Michael Talbot in Concert — From Country Rock to Christian Music Pioneer, Best-Selling Author and TV Host of the inspirational series “All Things are Possible” founder of a monastic community known as the Brothers and Sisters of Charity. In 1969, John and his brother formed Mason Proffit with focus on the emerging blend of folk, country and rock that came to be called “Country-Rock.”
For more information contact Mike Zak at [email protected] or Juli Rasmussen at [email protected] ~ 630-338-8050
14th Annual Conference: March 3—6, 2016 This is one of the BEST FREE Parish Family Events and for the hundreds of others
who join us for the weekend. We Have a Variety of Needs and Ways to Help! Please See Detailed List Online & Please Sign Up at hereiamlord.net.
(or Call Juli at 630-338-8050 or [email protected])
We Need FOOD DONATIONS OF ANY KIND: We prepare over 4,500 meals during the weekend &
NEED donations of Baked Goods and Gift Cards for Food to area grocery stores as well as Costco and Sam’s Club.
D303 Kids Are OFF SCHOOL on Friday, March 4th! Looking for Something to Do?
Consider the Middle School Workshop at Crane Road Church
— For 6th thru 8th Graders from 8:30am to 2:15pm — Registration is first-come, first-served with all spots priced at $20 per student.
All Details are online at rockedbygod.net
Sunday, February 7, 2016 Page 7
Saturday, March 19, 2016
9:00 a.m. to Noon St. Patrick Church in Dempsey Hall
6N491 Crane Road, St. Charles
To Register, Please Visit www.stpatrickparish.org. Click on the Home tab and then Marriage Enrichment Seminar from the “Latest News” button.
Follow the on-screen instructions to Pay and Register. OR Fill out the Form Below and Mail to Parish Office.
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St. Patrick Catholic School... Exciting things are going on from 8th Grade to Preschool. Activities that enhance classroom experience are regularly planned:
Please Join Us At Our
Peace, Love, and Books Scholastic Book Fair
Sunday, February 21st
9:00 am to 1:00 pm
in the Crane Road School Library
Cookbooks, religious books, gifts for
Easter, and books catered to children
from preschool to eighth grade
Parishioners, Parents, Grandparents,
and Students are all Welcome!
PK4 Science Buddies...
How do our PK4 students beat the Winter Blues? Science Buddies to the rescue!
Our PK4 parents get to be a “Scientist for a Day”. They grab their lab coat and goggles and take over as the teacher to do science experiments with the students. The kids LOVE it and so do the parents. What a perfect way to get some hands-on learning about science!
Come Join Us! Find out why
we were voted one of
“The Best of the Fox”
Preschools by St. Charles families! We still have preschool spots available in our
PK3 and PK4 programs for this year and 2016-17 Registration is now OPEN!!! If you know
of anyone who is looking for an award winning, faith-based preschool program… please refer them to St. Patrick Catholic Preschool. Interested parents can
contact Veronica Day at 630-338-8200 for more information and to schedule a tour.
118 N. 5th Street, St. Charles, 630.338.8200
St. Patrick Catholic School is seeking Substitute Teachers
for their K-8 program. Qualified candidates should have a four-year college bachelors degree.
If interested, please contact Mrs. Scurte at 630.338.8100.
Stock the Pantry for Easter
February 14th: Edible Item (Non-perishable food item)
February 21st: Achoo! (A box of Kleenex please)
February 28th: Soap
March 6th: Toilet Paper
March 13th: Edible Item(Non-perishable food item)
March 20th: Roll of Paper Towels
Thank You for your Support! Please contact Jackie Balster 847-695-6964 or Deacon Jerry Ryndak with any questions.
May God Bless You and your family this Lenten Season! The Liturgy of the Word for Children Team
Congratulations to the
Aurora Central Students
from St. Patrick Parish
who have achieved 1st Semester
High Honor Roll: GPA of 3.55+
Juniors: Allyson Sheen, William Tack, Samantha Woodrich
Freshmen: Maelle Quartetti, Elizabeth Woodrich
Sunday, February 7, 2016 Page 9
CAMP WOW: June 20 to 23
Middle School 6th-8th Gr
Registration Open NOW
TOTUS TUUS: July 11 to 15
Kindergarten - 12th Grade
Registration will be SOON
STEUBENVILLE on THE LAKE
July 22 to 24
for High School & Up
ONLY 34 TEEN SPOTS!
At Carthage College
In Kenosha, WI
Registration Open NOW
For All the Details go to
www.rockedbygod.net
February 9 —Transfomation
Tuesday: Special
Mardi Gras
Morning with
Paczki Donuts & more!
Middle School students join
us for Mass in Chapel
followed by breakfast and fun
activities: 7 am—8:15 am
February 11—FORUM— Prayer and Discussion group
for High School teens in
THE CATACOMBS—Downtown
Campus, 7—9 pm
Youth Ministry is about forming a relationship with Jesus.
We kicked off the New Year last weekend with a retreat for 126 First Year Confirmation students led by 30 Peer Ministers. Also, Our seniors in PEER MINISTRY (PMLT) welcomed 100 teens and young adults to our annual WINTER FORUM RETREAT.
In February, we reach out to the younger students in grades 3-5 for our annual CHANGE OF HEART RETREAT... then it's off to Sacred Heart in Lombard for our “Rocked by God” Road to Emmaus retreat.
March 3rd—6th brings the HERE I AM LORD Conference & the RUN for the NUNS
In April, we have a RbG Retreat at St. Thomas More in Elgin...
Take a breath and we sail into the summer with Camp WOW, TOTUS TUUS and STEUBENVILLE on THE LAKE…
Oh yeah — and every week 40+ High school teens join us for FORUM in the CATACOMBS Downtown, for discussion and prayer...
Every week Middle School teens join us for TRANSFORMATION TUESDAY and once a month we help facilitate the Youth Ministry component of EDGE.
We have something for YOU, but you need to take that first step...
The journey begins with YOU! The journey begins NOW!!
For a complete list of what is being offered for the teens of St. Patrick
go to our website via the parish web site or directly at
www.rockedbygod.net
Contact Mike Zak—Director of Youth Ministry with any questions,
concerns, [email protected] • 630-338-8050
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Weekly Mass Intentions Monday, February 8 ~ St. Jerome & St. Josephine
7:00 a.m. Ronald Stozek Crane Road Church
8:30 a.m. Lester Rothstein Downtown Church
Tuesday, February 9 ~
7:00 a.m. Susan Theisen Crane Road Church
8:30 a.m. Downtown Church
Wednesday, February 10 Ash Wednesday
7:00 a.m. Special Intention for
John & Sage Shoof Crane Road Church
8:30 a.m. Joe Leppert Downtown Church
8:50 a.m. Special Intention for
William Flood Crane Road Church
12:00 p.m. Mary Juodis Downtown Church
4:30 p.m. George Balster Crane Road Church
5:30 p.m. Mass & Ashes in Spanish Downtown Church
7:00 p.m. Robert & Jean Azzarello Crane Road Church
Thursday, February 11 Our Lady of Lourdes
7:00 a.m. Special Intention for
Savannah Santelli Crane Road Church
8:30 a.m. Hap Gass Downtown Church
6:00 p.m. Mass in Spanish Downtown Church
February 12
7:00 a.m. Special Intention for
Fiona Flood Crane Road Church
8:30 a.m. George &
Catherine Deutsch Downtown Church
Saturday, February 13 ~ Celebrants ~
8:30 a.m. Patricia Murphy Downtown Church
4:00 p.m. Ann Dedic CR — Fr. Browning
6:00 p.m. William L. Givens DT — Msgr. Knox
Sunday, February 14 ~ Celebrants ~
7:30 a.m. Mitzi Rothstein DT — Msgr. Knox
8:00 a.m. Jean & William Martin CR — Fr. Deitz
9:00 a.m. Mitzi Van Horn DT — Msgr. Knox
9:45 a.m. Thomas Takach CR — Fr. Deitz
10:30 a.m. John Janik DT — Fr. Browning
11:30 a.m. Mary Vargas CR — Fr. Deitz
12:00 p.m. Richard Morgan DT — Fr. Browning
5:00 p.m. People of St. Patrick DT — Fr. Loaiza
Priest Celebrants for Weekend Masses are listed above.
This week our Downtown Church
Tabernacle Candle burns:
In Memory of: Walter & Mary Foulkes
And our Crane Road Church Tabernacle Candle burns:
In Memory of: Jack Fazio
May this light which reminds us of Jesus’ presence in the Tabernacle
welcome them into His eternal presence.
Pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3:00 p.m.
Tuesdays at the Crane Road Church
Wednesdays at the Downtown Church
Our Lord promised extraordinary graces to
those who recite this special prayer.
The chaplet is prayed on rosary beads.
It is appropriate to pray the Chaplet during the
“Hour of Great Mercy” at 3:00 each afternoon.
This recalls the time of Christ’s death on the cross.
Confession/Reconciliation
SATURDAY 9:00—9:45 a.m. Downtown 3:00—4:00 p.m. Crane Road
TUESDAY 6:00—7:00 p.m. Crane Road
CRANE ROAD CHURCH Every Tuesday
7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Benediction at 8:45 p.m.
DOWNTOWN CHURCH Every Wednesday for 24 hours
9:00 a.m. Wednesday to 8:15 a.m.
Thursday, Benediction at 8:15 a.m.
Marian Prayer Group Tuesday Evenings, 7:30 p.m. Downtown Church
♥ To Jesus through Mary — Join us! ♥
Remember the Prayer Circle when you
or someone you know needs prayers.
Contact Laura Kennedy at 630-587-5707
Sunday, February 7, 2016 Page 11
Enroll in Electronic Giving
Do You want to transition away from envelopes & contribute electronically? It is SO EASY! Visit our Website, www.stpatrickparish.org and click the “donate” button. You will be directed to GiveCentral.com. This will allow you to contribute on Sundays, Holy Days, Easter, etc. YOU click on the event to which you would like to contribute. Then enter your profile & payment information.
If you have questions or need help, call Patty at 630-338-8020 or [email protected].
Sunday, January 31:
$42,122.32
An Hour of Prayer for Hope & Healing
2nd Wednesday of Every Month throughout the Year of Mercy
February 10th from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. At St. Patrick Downtown Church 400 Cedar St., St. Charles, IL 60174
Please join us for one hour of private intercessory prayer on behalf of those impacted by abortion. During this Jubilee Year of Mercy, let us join together in praying for all those affected by abortion, so that they may find hope & healing in the merciful love of God.
Questions? Contact Jon Mielke: 847-863-1264, [email protected] If you or someone you know is suffering after abortion, confidential non-judgmental help is available. Peace starts here. Visit www.HopeAfterAbortion.com.
ATTENTION PRIME TIMERS! BINGO IS HERE!!
Please Join Us Downtown in the Fr. Carse Center on
Monday, February 15, 1:00 to 3:00 PM.
All Seniors are welcome! Bring a friend.
Dessert and coffee will be served.
Questions, call Charlotte 630-584-0448
Next week, after all Masses representatives from the Respect Life Committee
will be distributing baby bottles after every mass for the annual “Baby
Bottle Boomerang” fund raiser. We ask that each family take a bottle home
and through the week fill the bottle with your spare change, cash, or checks
Payable to: Fox Valley Pregnancy Center and then return to the Church in the following weeks and
deposit in the bins near the entrances. The money collected through this fundraiser aids the Fox
Valley Pregnancy Center in its mission to assist individuals who are unprepared for pregnancy
to calmly and confidently explore their options, empowering them to make healthy, life-affirming
decisions through education and compassionate support services.
Hispanic Ministry LENT PROGRAM St. Patrick Church, Downtown Confessions every Friday of Lent from 5:00 to 5:50 pm
Wed., February 10 Ash Wednesday Mass 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm Friday, February 12 Stations of the Cross 5:00 pm to 5:45 pm Friday, February 19 Stations of the Cross 5:00 pm to 5:45 pm Friday, February 26 Stations of the Cross 5:00 pm to 5:45 pm Friday, March 4 Stations of the Cross 5:00 pm to 5:45 pm Friday, March 11 Stations of the Cross 5:00 pm to 5:45 pm Friday, March 18 Stations of the Cross 10:00 am to 10:45 am
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Stacy Skowron
Rosario Sparacio
Vern Steffen
Jennifer Stouffer
Geralyn Sychowski
Natalie Tang
Debbie Thall
Jacqueline Theisen
Dean Tobolski
Vincent Valanti
Marge VanBorsch
Maria Villa
Anastasia Vilona
George Vincolese
Mary Rose Vincolese
Jerry Volenec
Kenneth Weistroffer
Christine Wiedemann
Elliott Williams
Jeannette Wilson
Bob Wimmers
Pray for the Sick
Dennis Ahrens
Rich Bergeson
Helen Boring
Pat Brennan
Joe Bronec
Judy Buczkowske
Alicia Burks
Fr. Thomas E. Burr
Frances Butzen
Larry Calhan
Wanda Canney
Pat Collins
Rick Danley
John Doran
Ryan Dufresne
Gus Enzenbacher
Aaron Erickson
Gil Ferreira
Jeffrey Fillmore
Joyce Foley
John Frawley
Lt Col Mark C. Andres
SrA Brian J. Bagrowski
PV2 Kevin D. Bagrowski*
Cpl Brian Bianco*
LCpl Trevor Brennan
2ndLt. Jessica Clay
Captain Patrick Dorsch
Pvt Riley Gorczynski
AE1 Dustin Hale
Please Keep All of Our Military Personnel and Families in Your Prayers:
Cpl Tyler Heisey +
BM2 Patrick Hogan
SPC Dominick Lullo
A1C Joe Lullo
PFC John P. Little
SGT Timothy Morgan
SGT John M. Patton
Sgt Andrew Perry
Capt Jillian Rigert
CPO Gary Ronzheimer*
SPC Dan Serra
1st Ltn Andrew Slade
Amn Erin Nicole Sholfer
SrAmn Ryan Swanson
1stLt. Peter Tate*
Sea Jessica M. Tobolski
Capt Christine Zoerlein
*currently or soon to be deployed +wounded warrior
To include a parishioner or family member who is currently serving our country, has a change in rank or status, or needs help or support, contact Carla Weeks, 630-513-5776, or [email protected].
Jan Paquette
Frank Pjosek
Ronald Polzin
Danielle Price
Mackenzie Price
Barbara Rann
Patricia Reding
Paul Regelbrugge
Maria Resendiz
Bob Rieth
Jennifer Rochell
Debra Roerig
Andrea Rutherford
Danny Ryan
Richard Ryjacek
Janet Rynne
Sophia Schumann
Geraldine Serio
Ronald Sheldon
Sharon Sheldon
Helen Siercks
Craig Skowron
If you or your loved one no longer need our prayers, please let us know.
Call the Parish Office: 630-338-8000
Maureen Frawley
Rosina Garro
Austin Gibbons
Bonifacio Gonzales
Roseann Grady
Cole Gregory
Sandra Harp
Rick Hastings
Susan Hill
John Hollis
Harold Hubbe
Sam Ingurgio
Myrl Ives
Victoria Jendrzejczyk
Lily Nicole Johnson
Notz Johnson
Yolanda Karall
George Kleinschmidt
Rick Komar
Tim Korzen
Jarrod Kovanda
Cliff Kruse
Jeanne Krumwiede
Lucille Kvanduch
Gary LaDoucur
Brooklyn LaFata
Luis Lann
Stan LeMaire
Margaret Lykens
Pat Lynn
Laska Mari
Ginni Mayhew
Ruperto D. Mayuga, Jr.
John McNinny
Gina Michell
Lorraine Miechur
Carol Nelson
Kevin Murphy
Paula Neybert
Kathleen Pandola
Anthony Panozzo
Frank Papa
Cora Ramirez
Sam Shelton
Attention Veterans! The Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital Veterans Mobile Medical Unit is
coming to the St. Charles Veterans Center on Tuesday, February 9th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm,
311 N. 2nd Street, St. Charles, 60174 [The 2nd Tuesday of Every Month.] For more information
contact Pam Kostecki, LCSW at 708-202-8387, ext. 73063 or email at [email protected].
Compassionate Messengers: A ministry to provide spiritual and emotional support to parishioners with health issues that are impacting their daily lives. This support is extended to their caregivers through prayer, listening, and companionship. Our volunteers are active listeners, who are compassionate and non-judgmental. Visits can be scheduled at the parishion-er's home or Nursing Home. If you or a loved one has this need, please contact Mary Maiers, Ministry Coordinator, at 630-377-1581 for further information.
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Parish Events: February 8th—14th Monday, February 8 9:00 a.m.—Light of the World Sm Grp (DT-Conf) 6:00 p.m.—Peace & Justice (CR) 7:00 p.m.—Baptism Prep Class (CR) 7:00 p.m.—Parish Council (CR) 7:30 p.m.—Cub Scouts (CR) 7:30 p.m.—Boy Scouts (CR)
Tuesday, February 9 7:00 a.m.—Transformation Tuesday (CR) 9:00 a.m. — Lent Faith Enrichment DVD Series (DT) 1:00 p.m.—Senior Chair Exercise (DT) 3:00 p.m.—Brownies (CR) 5:30 p.m. — Catechist’s Training (DT) 5:30 p.m.—Hispanic Ministry (DT) 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.— Confessions (CRC) 6:00 p.m. — Lent Faith Enrichment DVD Series (CR) 6:30 p.m.—Healing Hands Mission (CR) 7:00 p.m. — Adult Confirmation (CR) 7:00 p.m. — Divorce & Beyond (CR) 7:00 p.m. — Knights of Columbus (CR)
Wednesday, February 10 See Mass Schedule on pages 2 & 10 6:30 p.m. — St. Vincent de Paul (CR) 7:00 p.m. — RCIA (DT)
Thursday, February 11 9:00 a.m. — Coffee Klatch (DT) 9:45 a.m.—Bridge Club (DT) 5:30 p.m.—Hispanic Mass & Confessions (DT) 6:30 p.m. —Cantor Rehearsal (CRC) 6:30 p.m.—Cub Scouts (CR) 7:00 p.m. —Parish Choir (CR) 7:00 p.m. —Men’s Bible Study (CR) 7:00 p.m. —Sunday Readings Bible Study (CR) 7:00 p.m. — Knights of Columbus (CR) 7:00 p.m. —FORUM in the CATECOMBS (DT)
Friday, February 12 7:30 a.m.— Coffee Klatch (CR) 8:30 a.m.—Home & School Social Committee (CR) 9:15 a.m.—Women at the Well (CR) 9:00 a.m.— Lectio Divina (DT) 9:30 a.m.— Bible Study (DT) 2:00 p.m.— AA (DT) 5:00 p.m.—Stations of the Cross Hispanic (DTC) 7:00 p.m.— AA (DT school) 7:00 p.m.—Stations of the Cross (CRC)
Saturday, February 13 6:00 a.m.—That Man Is You! (CR) 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.— Confessions (DT) 9:00 to 1:30 p.m.— Hispanic Retreat (DT) 6:00 p.m. — Marriage Ministry Valentine Dance (CR) 3:00 to 4 p.m.— Confessions (CR)
Sunday, February 14 8:00 a.m. — RCIA Dismissal (CR) 9:00 a.m. — Religious Ed P3 & P4 (CR) 9:15 a.m.— Parish Choir Rehearsal (CR) 9:45 & 11:30 a.m.— Lit. of Word for Children (CR) 11:30 a.m. — Boy Scout Sunday (CR) 4:30 p.m. — Hispanic Confessions & Mass (DT) 6:00 p.m. — Confirmation Prep I (CR)
(DT)—Downtown Church ; (CR)—Crane Road
The 2nd Annual Run for the Nuns 5K Run/Walk
will be held on Sunday,
March 6, 2016 at 9:30 a.m.
Join Us and Get Your Running Season Started!
All Ages are encouraged to participate! Make it a competition, a social event or a Family Gathering. Go at your own pace and be inspired by Joining the Nuns as they
run and walk our 5K route. Just be with us and be part of the fun. The course starts at Thornwood Community Center,
in South Elgin and runs 3.1 miles through the Thornwood residential neighborhood. Awards will be presented.
Sponsors Needed Individuals and businesses are
invited to Sponsor Run for the Nuns 5K Walk/Run.
Proceeds from the 5K are given to the Imagine Sisters Movement who will join us at the run. Please contact us
for the Sponsorship Form. [email protected]
Donations are also needed for filling gift bags for the runners. We are looking for items that may contain company advertising. Contributions of pens, pencils,
lip balm, coupons, etc. would be appreciated.
Registration Early registration must be completed by 9 a.m. on Friday, February 26 to guarantee a T-shirt.
Online registration through March 3, 11:59 pm. Race T-shirts not guaranteed past February 26. Race
Day Registration will be available on Sunday, March 6 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. at Thornwood Community Center.
To register online, https:/runforthenuns5k.itsyourrace.com//register. (Online registration is subject to service charges.)
See You There, rain, snow or shine! Please, no roller blades, bicycles or pets. No refunds will be issued.
Volunteers Needed! Can You Help? ...in a variety of ways on Sunday, March 6, 2016
starting at 8 a.m. — Race starts at 9:30 a.m. We are usually done with cleanup by 11 a.m.
Help needed with: gift bags, set up, registration table, road marshals, water stations, and clean up.
To volunteer, email [email protected].
PARISH STAFF AND CONTACT INFORMATION
Parish Office: 6N487 Crane Road, St. Charles, IL 60175 Phone: 630-338-8000, Fax: 630-338-8008
Pastor Rev. Monsignor Stephen J. Knox [email protected] Parochial Vicars Rev. Ryan Browning [email protected] Rev. Andrew Deitz [email protected] Permanent Deacons: William Johnson [email protected] William Gartland Parish Secretary Judy Lynch 630-338-8000 [email protected] Parish Secretary Jenny Hansen 630-338-8013 [email protected] Financial Secretary Patricia Grueff 630-338-8020 [email protected] Music Ministry Director Cyndee Zbylut 630-338-8031 [email protected] Youth Ministry Director Mike Zak 630-338-8051 [email protected] Bulletin Editor, HIAL & Julianne Rasmussen 630-338-8050 Youth Ministry Assistant [email protected]
St. Patrick School: 787 Crane Road, St. Charles, IL 60175 Phone: 630-338-8100, Fax: 630-338-8108
Principal Melissa Crisci [email protected]
Vice Principal Mary Carol Mignin [email protected]
Secretary Debbie Scurte [email protected] Secretary Mary Ellen Theriault [email protected] Julie Moss [email protected]
Preschool/Extended Care: 118 N. 5th Street, St. Charles, IL 60174 Phone: 630-338-8200, Fax: 630-338-8208
Director Veronica Day [email protected] Secretary Amy Blood [email protected] Secretary Lisa Ayers [email protected]
Religious Education: 787 Crane Road, St. Charles, IL 60175 Phone: 630-338-8160, Fax: 630-338-8168
Director, Grades P3—5 Deacon Jerry Ryndak 630-338-8164 [email protected] Director, J.R. High/H.S. Julie Schoonover 630-338-8165 Confirmation [email protected] Secretary, Grades P3—5 Gail Brown 630-338-8162 [email protected] Secretary, J.R. High/H.S. Carol Johnson 630-338-8166 Confirmation [email protected]
Hispanic Ministry: 107 N. 4th Street, St. Charles, IL 60174 Phone: 630-338-8290, Fax: 630-338-8298
Parochial Vicar Rev. Jorge Loaiza 630-338-8291 [email protected] Sr. Esperanza Reyes 630-338-8293 Secretary Maria Perez 630-338-8290 [email protected]
Maintenance Director Sal Calderon 630-220-4950 [email protected] St. Vincent de Paul Society 630-338-8270 Convent: School Sisters of St. Francis 630-338-8240
Healing Hands Mission leaves June 10, 2016
and We Need Your Support!
We are medical missionaries from St. Patrick, St. John Neuman, and St Michael’s Parishes. Last year, guided by the Holy Spirit, we saw 900 patients in 4 days. This year we are expanding our impact with primary care, dental, optometry , and physical therapy. We partner
with our brothers and sisters of San Antonio de Padua Parish in rural Central America to provide essential medical services.
But we can’t do it alone…. we need your prayers, volunteers, and financial support.
To learn more about what we do and to make a tax deductible donation please visit our website at
www.healinghandsmisssion.com.