St. Patrick Parish. Since 1851 Parish Office Office Hours: Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Downtown. Crane Road

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1 St. Patrick Parish Crane Road 400 Cedar St. St. Charles, IL 6N491 Crane Road St. Charles, IL Since 1851 Parish Office Office Hours: Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. M ASS S CHEDULE SATURDAY 4:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Crane Road SUNDAY 7:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 9:45 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Crane Road Crane Road Crane Road Mass in Spanish Confession/Reconciliation SATURDAY 9:00 9:45 a.m. 3:00 4:00 p.m. Crane Road TUESDAY 6:00 7:00 p.m. Crane Road 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 Parish Web site:

2 Page 2 Sunday, February 22, 2015 Dear Friends in Christ, Statuary and New Devotional Area Here we are at the first Sunday of Lent already! We ask the Lord to purify us and renew us so that the power of his resurrection becomes even more manifest in our lives when we come to Easter. This is not a solo journey. We make this journey in community, praying for each other, supporting and encouraging one another during this holy season of self-denial and sacrifice. A very important part of our Catholic tradition is our belief in the Communion of Saints. Those who have gone before us and are with God pray for us and root us on as we make the journey of faith. We have some new, visible reminders of this truth at the Crane Road church. This weekend you ll notice that there are restored statues in the sanctuary and in the chapel. In the sanctuary we have a beautiful statue of Mary and Jesus, and a statue of our patron St. Patrick. St. Patrick was in the school for years. He has been repaired and repainted. He is right behind the celebrant s chair at Mass, and the priests are certainly happy to have the prayers of St. Patrick. We are blessed to have him as our patron. We also have his image at the church. The Mary statue was at the Sacred Heart Seminary in Geneva that closed many decades ago. Having a significant image of Jesus mother in the Church is normative for Catholic churches and will bring great consolation to many who come into our church. Mary always desires to bring us closer to her Son. Over in the chapel area we have moved the tabernacle forward, behind the daily Mass altar. This will make the tabernacle more visible from the main body of the Church, and bring it closer to the altar when we are celebrating Mass in the chapel. We ve created a devotional area behind the tabernacle where people can go to light a candle and lift up their prayers. We have the restored statues of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, St. Mary, and St. Joseph. The chapel is open all day during the week until around 8:30pm, so feel free to stop by and spend some prayer time. It s great to see the confessionals used more frequently over in that area as well! The new Stations of the Cross will be here near the end of February. We will be praying them for the first time on Friday, March 13 at 7:00pm. We ll bless them first, and then pray the Stations. I d like to thank all the parishioners who donated so generously to fund the sacred art project. We also had parishioners come forward to donate toward the repair and restoration of the above mentioned statuary. In addition parishioners donated the Adoring Angels, Stations of the Cross, a new Holy Family Statue, a new processional Cross, a Good Friday Crucifix, new ciborium that contain the hosts at Mass, and a cope and humeral veil that are used for Adoration and Benediction. All these elements help us in our worship of God as a community of faith. May the Lord bless your Lenten journey! In Christ, Msgr. Steve Fr. Browning s Lenten Suggestions The beautiful season of Lent is upon us. It is a season of renewal and refocusing. Let s not let it go by without taking advantage of such a rich opportunity. God gives many wonderful graces during this season. So how do you take advantage of it? 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. Daily Mass: will change your life. As often as you can. Confession: at some point during Lent. Daily Prayer: 15 minutes minimum a day, 30 minutes is optimal. Suggestions: Morning Offering, Rosary, Read Sacred Scripture (Start with the Gospels or the Daily Mass Readings), Divine Mercy Chaplet, Read a good spiritual book (Prayer for Beginners, Peter Kreeft) or me for other suggestions. Stop by Adoration on Tuesday or Wednesday (another life changer) 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. Almsgiving: Find a good charitable organization to support either financially or through volunteer work. The spiritual work you put into Lent will bear many spiritual fruits, because Jesus is a generous giver. Jesus, I Trust in You!

3 Sunday, February 22, 2015 Page 3 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. Days and locations for praying the Stations of the Cross during Lent: Friday, Feb. 27 Friday, March 6 7:00 p.m. Church 7:00 p.m. Church Friday, March 13 7:00 p.m. Crane Rd. Church Friday, March 20 7:00 p.m. Crane Rd. Church Friday, March 27 7:00 p.m. Crane Rd. Church A Walk Through the Mass Led by Fr. Ryan Browning and Fr. Andrew Deitz Tuesday, March 10,, 9:00 to 10:15 a.m. Wednesday, March 11, Crane, 7:00 to 8:15 p.m. Ever wonder why we do what we do during Mass? Are you looking for a way to enter more deeply into the Mass? Are you looking for a greater understanding of the Holy Eucharist? Fr. Browning and Fr. Deitz will tag team and lead us on a walk through the Mass, exploring and explaining all the parts of the Mass to help us understand why the Mass is so important for our spiritual health. Even if you are a life-long Catholic, you ll learn some new things from this gathering. They ll also be plenty of time you re your questions. Please feel free to invite family and friends, and those you know from other faiths to join you. For more information please contact Fr. Deitz at or adeitz@stpatrickparish.org. ADULT FAITH FORMATION Participate in Father Robert Barron s in-depth study of the Eucharist, the source and summit of the Christian life. Over the course of this study, we will examine three important aspects of this rich Sacrament: the Eucharist as Sacred Meal, as Sacrifice, and as Real Presence. These elements unite the Church across time and unite as to our fellow Catholics in every sacred liturgy. Each 90-minute session over a five week period consists of video presentation and discussion. Sessions will be offered Mondays or Tuesdays Mondays, beginning March 23 at 9:15 11:00 a.m. Tuesdays, beginning March 24 at 7:00 8:30 p.m. in the Father Carse Center in the Father Carse Center March 23, 30, April 20, 27, May 4 March 24, 31, April 21, 28, May 5 Deadline to Register is: March 1, Please register in advance so we can have workbooks available. A study guide is available for $ Please Contact Sister Betty Ann at or bmartinez@stpatrickparish.org Registration for the 5 Weeks - Eucharist Program Name Address City/State Zip: Please check the day or evening you will attend: Monday Mornings, 9:15 11:00 a.m. Tuesday Evenings, 7:00-8:30 p.m. Phone: Home Cost for book is $15. Kindly make check out to St. Patrick Parish. Cell Please return form to: Sr. Betty Ann, FMA, 6N487 Crane Road, St. Charles, IL

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5 Sunday, February 22, 2015 Page 5 St. Patrick s Marriage Enrichment Each month we bring you a wonderful date night. A night together with others in the community, but also time alone with your spouse. Our date nights consist of a short lesson about an aspect of everyone s marriage. Then while eating dinner, the time spent talking to your husband or wife can allow that peace to return after a week of hectic work and chores. This is when God joins in and allows the two of you to spend time alone. A treasure we all can use. Please contact Julie at or admin@marriage-building.org Our next date night is: Friday, March 20, 2015 Stations of the Cross More Details to come soon! Marriage Ministry Team at the Valentine s Dinner Dance Women At the Well presents: Nourishment for the Soul By: Deborah Marqui Friday, March 13, :15 a.m. 11:30 a.m. At St. Patrick Church, Crane Road in Dempsey Hall Ms. Marqui is a licensed Clinical Social Worker with a practice in St. Charles, IL. Professionally, her mission is to help others integrate body, mind, and spirit into health and wholeness. Deborah will share how she discovered the healing power of nature through a cancer diagnosis and how nature can become nourishment for the soul... Deborah asks that those who attend bring either a small object or picture from nature that speaks of God's love ~ for example: a stone, sea shell, leaf, flower, twig, nut etc. - or - a memory or photo of being in nature where time stood still and you experienced God or a sacred presence, for example, a sunset, sunrise, mountain view, a flower, animal, etc... All women of the parish are Deborah is a passionate gardener and a cancer survivor. Deborah owns and invited to join us for our operates, along with her husband Buzz, the Healing Gardens at Stone Hill Farm, a speaker series as we explore two acre expanse of woodland and perennial gardens that are open to the public faith-based topics in a casual, on set dates. She helps others connect with God's activity in nature, and creation relaxed atmosphere. In addition to a speaker, our becomes our Teacher and Healer. The lessons we learn from nature give us the gathering will include small tools to help sustain and nurture our souls. Deborah leads nature retreats and group discussion, fellowship gives workshops as a commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer teaching this and a light breakfast. transforming, ancient Christian mediation practice. Mail Registration to: Women at the Well, 6N487 Crane Rd., St. Charles, IL Please include $6.00 for program and if needed $3.00 per child in childcare/$5.00 Maximum. Or call Patty at and pre-registering on the phone and paying when you arrive. Name: Address: City/Zip: Phone: Childcare: Name: Age: Special Needs: Name: Age: Special Needs:

6 Page 6 Sunday, February 22, 2015 The HERE I AM LORD Conference offers Something for Everyone. These programs are open to the public at NO CHARGE. For Grade School, High School and First Communion Workshops see Friday Night, March 6th at 6:30 p.m. Special Presentation by APeX Ministries with Comedy & Audience Participation Sister Mary Gianna, Disciples of Lord Jesus Christ John Donahue-Grossman presentation as RAY: Portrait of a Homeless Man Columbine Shooting Survivor You will show me the path to life (Psalm 16:11). FAMILY HOLY HOUR with Praise and Worship Music by Mike Zak & Rocked by God Music Ministry High School Teen Witness Skit Speaker Carolyn King, an inspiring Catholic speaker Sunday, March 8th at 9:00 a.m. The Transforming Power of Faith & Love 5K Walk/Run for the Nuns Net proceeds will be split with a Religious Community and Casa Guadalupe, a mission in Tijuana run by Fr. Jon Jensen (St. Patrick Alumni). Meet the Religious from various Communities from the Midwest We need Participants to join us... Wear your sneakers & cold weather wear. Register by Feb. 25th online Baked Goods Needed: We need donations of Baked Muffins, Quick Breads, Cookies & Coffee Cakes. Please label in disposable containers and deliver to Dempsey Hall on Thurs., March 5th by Noon. More Info at Contact: Mike Zak, HIAL Director & Juli Rasmussen, HIAL Coordinator or hial@stpatrickparish.org

7 Sunday, February 22, 2015 Page 7 EVANGELIZING THE PARISH ONE FAMILY AT A TIME FORUM is a weekly prayer and discussion group open to all high school students and their friends. No long term commitment Just show up! THURSDAY EVENINGS 7 9 p.m. Home of unlimited gummi bears Come for 3 consecutive weeks and you ll come for a lifetime! THE CATACOMBS is the New Home for FORUM We are located in the lower level of the Rempe School Building at the Church Campus. Enter thru the Breezeway between the school buildings MIDDLE SCHOOL TEENS REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN CAMP WOW WILL TAKE PLACE JUNE 28TH THRU JULY 1 LIMITED # OF SPACES LEFT Camp WOW takes place at Dickson Valley Camp and Retreat Center near Sandwich, Illinois. Far enough for them to feel like they are really away but close enough for parents to come out and assist. Current 8th grade and High School teens are invited to join Msgr. Knox and Mr. Zak for an experience of a LIFETIME! We will be joining 2,000 others at the STEUBENVILLE NORTH SUMMER YOUTH CONFERENCE We are headed to St Thomas University the weekend of July 24 26th. We only have 30 spots reserved so space is available on a first come; first reserved basis. Complete information and Registration is on-line ~ High School Give your son and daughter the gift of faith this summer! Registration is now open. St. Pat s only has 50 Camper spots so its first come first served. Registration forms are available on-line. Do Something NEW for LENT Be Transformed Every Tuesday morning 7 am Mass followed by Light Breakfast Mike Zak, Director of Youth Ministry Office: youthministry@stpatrickparish.org Website:

8 Page 8 Sunday, February 22, 2015 St. Patrick School News Catholic Spirit Week Recap (Based on an article in our school newspaper, Paddy s Press, written by 8th graders, Christian Schulz & Alex Fernandez) Catholic Schools Week, also known as Spirit Week, was held January 26 th -30 th. To find out more about the week s activities, we talked with Mrs. Lorenz, who along with Sister Mary, organized many of the events. How long does planning Spirit Week take? Spirit Week activities take as long as six months to develop and execute. What did you plan for this year? We planned the always popular Teacher Dance and Recycle Fashion Show with costumes designed and worn by the students. Monsignor Steve and the parish priests joined the teachers in the 8thgrade vs. Teacher s Volleyball game. We had a special ceremony honoring Sister Liz for her many contributions to our school. Additionally, we coordinated a school wide collection of items which benefitted three area homeless shelters. Finally, dress-up days and assemblies were scheduled through the week. In conclusion, Spirit Week has never let us down & certainly didn t this year! St. Patrick Preschool Corner Hello from St. Patrick s Preschool! We are so excited about our current registration for the upcoming year. We have added a 5 day 4 year old program and are introducing our 2 year old class as well. The 2 s class will run M/W or T/T from It s Preschool Registration time! Feb. 17 th -20 th for Current and New Parishioner Families Come and see why so many parents & children love our preschool program. If you or someone you know is interested in our preschool, please call us for more information or to set up a tour. Hope to see you soon! ~ Veronica Day, Director 118 N. 5th Street St. Charles, IL preschool@stpatrickparish.org Dive in to our Book Fair February 22 nd 27 th! Be a part of our community event on Sunday, February 22 nd at the Crane Road school library! Browse an amazing selection for children and adults plus we ll also have a variety of religious and inspirations books! For your convenience, we will have a preview table set up at the Crane Road church on Feb. 22 nd. You can purchase items at the table or shop a wider selection at the library. Our school also participates in ALL FOR BOOKS, which is a charitable book drive to provide books for children in need. This year, we have chosen the SALESIAN YOUTH CENTER in Tampa, FL. Both Sr. Liz and Sr. Betty Ann were an important part of establishing this Youth Center. Today, the Youth Center provides a wide range of services to children ages 5 to 18, including literacy and tutoring. The Salesian Youth Center serves over 150 at-risk children per day! You can purchase a book to donate in honor of Sister Liz or Sister Betty Ann - or buy raffle tickets to help us raise money for books! Paper the Pantry Lenten Project Liturgy of the Word for Children is sponsoring a drive to help stock St. Vincent de Paul Society food pantry. The following is a list of items that will be collected each week during the 9:45 and 11:30 masses. We will also have collection boxes at the Crane Road Church throughout Lent for you to place your items. Paper Towels Toilet Paper Laundry Detergent Kleenex Napkins Please feel free to contact Jackie Balster or Deacon Jerry Ryndak with any questions you may have. May God Bless You & Your Family this Lenten Season! The Liturgy of the Word for Children Team

9 Sunday, February 22, 2015 Page 9 The latest in RCIA news... Rite of Election and Scrutinies for RCIA members Nine catechumens have signed their names into the Book of the Elect, signifying the beginning of the final more intense preparation for the sacraments of initiation. The Period of Purification and Enlightenment begins with three scrutinies which focus on spiritual preparation, internal reflection and deeper knowledge of Jesus Christ. Please pray for the nine individuals as they progress towards the Easter Vigil. Knights of Columbus Fish Fry All parishioners are invited to attend the 2015 Lenten Fish Fries A non-fundraising all you can eat food fest is claimed by some as the BEST fish fry in the Valley. 4:30 to 8:00 p.m. every Friday February 20 through March North Washington Avenue, Batavia, IL (one block south of Fabyan Parkway on Rte. 25) Only $13 per Adult (Includes tax & tip), $7 for children under ten, and no charge for children under four. For parties over eight, call Food choices include shrimp, baked and fried fish, pastas, salads, soups, vegetables, rolls, coffee and milk with a cash bar available. Come with friends, come with family, just come to this annual event. For Our Parish Mission: April 12, 13 & 14 More Information to Come Soon! Worldwide Marriage Encounter I will be their God, and they shall be my people. God wants to be invited into your marriage. Attend the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend: April in Brookfield, W I May 1-3 in Rockford, IL EARLY REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED Visit alifetimeoflove.org or call Next weekend is the first Sunday of the month & the Society of St. Vincent de Paul will collect non-perishable food donations ONLY before all Masses. Save the Date: Our Next Clothing Collection Weekend will be April 18th & 19th Peace & Justice Please join us in a book discussion of Care & Creation Following the Steps of St. Francis by Ilia Delio on Monday, April 20 at 7:00 p.m. at the Crane Rd. Church. For questions, please call Kathy at or kathyabbott@gmail.com HERE I AM LORD Needs YOU to Volunteer! March 4th thru 8th Help Needed in ALL Areas! Please See Times & Needs at hereiamlord.net

10 Page 10 Sunday, February 22, 2015 Monday, February 23 7:00 a.m. Special Int: Victoria Jaskulka Crane Road Church 8:30 a.m. Henry & Stella Janik Church Tuesday, February 24 7:00 a.m. William Knopik Crane Road Church 8:30 a.m. Mimi Wislo Church Wednesday, February 25 7:00 a.m. Lois Caravella Crane Road Church 8:30 a.m. Richard Larsen Church 8:50 a.m. Special Int: William Flood Crane Road Church Thursday, February 26 7:00 a.m. Heidi Waterman Crane Road Church 8:30 a.m. Jack Willman Church 6:00 p.m. Mass in Spanish Church February 27 7:00 a.m. Purgatorial Society Crane Road Church 8:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross Saturday, February 28 Church Crane Road Church 8:30 a.m. Sadie & Andrew Lester Church 4:00 p.m. Ronald Honeyman Crane Road Church 6:00 p.m. Dorothy Smith Church Sunday, March 1 7:30 a.m. Max & Bonnie Heimann Church 8:00 a.m. Bonnie Conroyd Crane Road Church 9:00 a.m. Helen Kuzniar Church 9:45 a.m. Special Int: Rev. Thomas Schliessmann Crane Road Church 10:30 a.m. Bonnie Conroyd Church 11:30 a.m. Kimberly Hochsprung Crane Road Church 12:00 p.m. People of St. Patrick Church 5:00 p.m. People of St. Patrick Church TODAY Is Donut Sunday Please join us after Mass for donuts, coffee, juice and fellowship! This week our Church Tabernacle Candle burns: Special Intention for Carmela & Bob Allen And our Crane Road Church Tabernacle Candle burns: In Memory of William Stancl SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION / CONFESSION SATURDAY 9:00 9:45 a.m., Church 3:00 4:00 p.m., Crane Road Church TUESDAY 6:00 7:00 p.m., Crane Road Church Or by appointment with any priest Church Saturday, February 28: 6:00 p.m. Msgr. Knox Sunday, March 1: 7:30 a.m. Fr. Deitz 9:00 a.m. Fr. Deitz 10:30 a.m. Msgr. Knox 12:00 p.m. Msgr. Knox 5:00 p.m. Fr. Loaiza Crane Road Church Saturday, February 28: 4:00 p.m. Fr. Deitz Sunday, March 1: 8:00 a.m. Fr. Browning 9:45 a.m. Fr. Browning 11:30 a.m. Fr. Browning St. Patrick Church will be hosting our first Blood Drive in 2015 on Monday, March 16th in Dempsey Hall at Crane Road. Sign up weekend for this drive will be Sat., Feb. 28th and Sunday, March 1st after all masses. Committee members will be happy to assist you with information and sign up times. Heartland Blood Centers is having a Students Lives Scholarship program which offers a chance for year old blood donors to win one of (5) $1,000 scholarships. Please Come and Sign Up for more information.

11 Sunday, February 22, 2015 Page 11 Lectio Divina Every Friday after the 8:30 a.m. Mass at the Church, Sr. Betty Ann Martinez offers Lectio Divina, a form of praying and preparing for the Sunday Liturgy. It is a time to share in a group setting. Join us from 9:15 10:00 a.m. in the Fr. Carse Center. Flame of Faith Intentions At the Crane Rd. and Churches a large candle burns in the vigil candle lamp by each Tabernacle. This lets us know that Christ is present. It will now be possible to request a personal intention for one week while the candle burns by the Tabernacle. This can be in memory of a loved one, or another special intention. In the bulletin we ll note who the intention is for. A $10.00 donation is suggested as a candle donation. Your donation will help us provide candles for the church. If you are unable to afford the donation, just note that on the card, and we ll get your intention listed. If you have any questions please contact Judy in the parish office at Flame of Faith Intention Please accept my donation of $10 for the Flame of Faith Vigil Lamp Candle to burn for one week at the Church, Crane Rd. Church. Name Phone In Memory of: Special Intention: Sunday, February 15, 2015: $ 41, Enroll in Electronic Giving Would you like to transition away from envelopes and start contributing electronically? It s so easy! Visit our Web site, 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 and payment information. If you have questions or need help, call Patty at or pgrueff@stpatrickparish.org The following CD from Lighthouse Catholic Media is available in the kiosks at the and Crane Road Churches: My Beloved Son: Meditations for Lent Fr. Robert Barron offers five sermons on the spiritual discipline we must cultivate in the Lenten season, a discipline centered in Christ. These meditations cover topics such as finding our identity in God, prayer as the key to mission, our thirst for God, how to end our alienation from God, and how to joyfully embrace the way of happiness. Parishioner Comments A powerful, sincere reflection... Deep, yet easy to understand. Julie - Holyoke, CO Fr. Barron weaves Scripture, prayer and practical experience into a seamless whole that uplifts, challenges and inspires. Michael - York, PA NEW! Low-Gluten Hosts Persons with Celiac disease are unable to consume communion hosts used at Mass because of an intolerance to gluten. A new host, recently developed, was given Vatican approval. Most people with celiac disease are able to consume these hosts. If you or someone you know has celiac disease or gluten intolerance issues and would like to receive communion, call Judy or Jenny in the Parish Office at When receiving the low-gluten host, we ask that you receive from the priest; he will have a special pyx in his ciborium which will contain the special hosts. When you come up to the priest, simply say special host, and he ll provide that for you. You no longer need to bring your own pyx.

12 Page 12 Sunday, February 22, 2015 CRANE ROAD CHURCH Every Tuesday 7:30 a.m. 8:45 p.m. Benediction at 8:45 p.m. DOWNTOWN CHURCH Every Wednesday for 24 hours 9:00 a.m. Wednesday 8:15 a.m. Thursday Benediction at 8:15 a.m. Pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3:00 p.m. Tuesdays at the Crane Road Church Wednesdays at the 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. Remember the Prayer Circle when you or someone you know needs prayers. Call Mary Venneri, Pray for the Sick Abbot David Micki Baran Marjorie Bauer Cassidy Bolster Helen Boring Joe Bronec Wally Bruhnke Fr. Thomas E. Burr Wanda Canney Karyn Cronan Lynn Descheemaeker Magdalena B. Dela Cruz Rick Danley Payton Della Ethel Dohner John Doran Ryan Dufresne Grecia Dulaca Aaron Erickson Bonnie Fasano Catherine Fieiras Jeffrey Fillmore Larry Flanagan Peggy Glenn Roseann Grady Cole Gregory Philip Hadamik Sandra Harp Ed Hicks Susan Hill Deacon Bill Johnson Lily Nicole Johnson Karen Johnston Jarrod Kovanda Madelynn Kerstin Tim Korzen Deacon John Kulpin Patricia Kulpin Gary LaDoucur Luis Lann Bill Larsen Kathy Lebrun Robert E. Lee Dan LeMarie Jacob Lynch Doogie Mayberry Ginni Mayhew Skye McAlister Jakob McGraw Gina Michell Dena Midgette Cole Gene Mulcahy Carol Nelson Dorothy O Shea Bridget Page Anthony Panozzo Jan Paquette Joseph Piernick Frank Pjosek Anthony Placek, Jr. Ronald Polzen Danielle Price Mackenzie Price Helen Pugh Jennifer Rochell Debra Roerig Danny Ryan Janet Rynne Ray Rzepecki Jeonna Scardamaglia Amy Shannon Valery Shulick Craig Skowron Stacy Skowron Vern Steffen John Stephens Corinne Stines Mary Strama Jennifer Stoufer Geralyn Sychowski Larry Szabelski Jacqueline Theisen Dean Tobolski Wayne Vaisvil Vincent Valanti Macapagal D. Vallecer Sue Vanbosch Marge VanBorsch Maria Villa Anastasia Vilona Christine Wiedemann Elliott Williams Angela Wray Jeannette Wilson If you or your loved one no longer need our prayers, please let us know. Call the Parish Office: Christopher Ludy Give a Prayer Shawl Here s How Anyone in the parish may request a prayer shawl for someone they feel would gain comfort from it. The recipient doesn't need to be a member of St. Patrick Parish, or even Catholic. The Prayer Shawl Ministry keeps a number of shawls and lap blankets on hand at the Parish Office, and you can go there during regular business hours to pick one up. Otherwise, contact the Prayer Shawl Ministry at StPatsPrayerShawlMinistry@yahoo.com and we can make arrangements for you. Marian Prayer Group Tuesday evenings, 7:30 p.m. Church To Jesus through Mary Join us!

13 Sunday, February 22, 2015 Page 13 Parish Calendar of Events: February 22 28, 2015 Sunday, February 22 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Donut Sunday (DT) 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Donut Sunday (CR) 8:00 a.m. RCIA (CR) 9:45 a.m. Liturgy of the Word for Children (CRC) 11:30 a.m. Liturgy of the Word for Children (CRC) 12:45 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Baptisms (CRC) 4:30 p.m. Hispanic Confessions/Mass (DTC) Monday, February 23 3:00 p.m. Middle School EDGE (CR) 12:00 p.m. 2nd grade Eucharistic Parent Meeting (CR) 7:00 p.m. 2nd grade Eucharistic Parent Meeting (CR) 7:00 p.m. Adult Confirmation Class (DT) 7:00 p.m. Marriage Ministry (CR) 7:30 p.m. Boy Scouts (CR) Tuesday, February 24 7:30 a.m. 9:00 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration (CRC) 7:00 a.m. Transformation Tuesday (CR) 1:00 p.m. Senior Chair Exercise (DT) 5:00 p.m. Hispanic Ministry (DTC) 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Confessions (CRC) 6:30 p.m. Cub Scouts (CR) 7:00 p.m. Cursillo (CR) 7:30 p.m. Marian Prayer Group (DTC) Wednesday, February 25 9:00 a.m. for 24 Hours Eucharistic Adoration (DTC) 7:00 p.m. RCIA (DT) 6:30 p.m. Tiger Cubs (CR) 6:30 p.m. St. Vincent de Paul (CR) Thursday, February 26 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Book Faire Home & School (CR) 9:00 a.m. Coffee Klatch (DT) 10:00 a.m. Bridge (DT) 5:00 p.m HERE I AM LORD (CR) 5:30 p.m. Hispanic Confessions/Mass (DTC) 6:30 p.m. Cantor Rehearsal (CRC) 7:00 p.m. Men s Bible Study (CR) 7:00 p.m. Divorce Survival Guide Program (CR) 7:00 p.m. Parish Choir (CRC) Friday, February 27 7:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch (CR) 9:15 a.m. Lectio Divina (DT) 2:00 p.m. AA (DT) 5:30 p.m Rehearsal (CR) 7:00 p.m. Light of the World (CR) 7:00 p.m. AA (DT School) 7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross (CR) Saturday, February 28 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Light of the World (CR) 9:00 10:00 a.m. Confessions (DT) 9:00 p.m. Secular Franciscans (DT) 11:00 a.m. Bridal Prep (CR) 12:00 p.m. Wedding (CR) 3:00 4:00 p.m. Confession (CRC) DT Church ; CR Crane Road Pray for Our Military Personnel Please keep all our military personnel and families in your prayers during Lent: Lt Colonel Mark C. Andres A1C Brian J. Bagrowski Cpl Brian Bianco Pvt. Trevor Brennan Captain Patrick Dorsch AE1 Dustin Hale Cpl Tyler Heisey BM2 Patrick Hogan SSgt Jeff Jendrzejczyk PFC John P. Little SGT Timothy Morgan SPC John M. Patton Amn Erin Nicole Sholfer Sgt Andrew Perry Amn 1st. Class Ryan Swanson PFC Dan Serra* Sea Jessica M. Tobolski 2ndLt Andrew Slade Captain Christine Zoerlein (* Currently or soon to be deployed) 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, , or crweeks@ comcast.net. Lenten Fast and Abstinence Ash Wednesday, February 18, is the beginning of Lent. These fasting and abstinence regulations are observed: ABSTINENCE: NO meat is observed on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday, and all the Fridays of Lent by all Catholics 14 years and older. FASTING is observed on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday by all Catholics 18 years of age, but not yet 59. Those bound by the rule may take one full meal. Two smaller meals are permitted to maintain strength according to one s needs, but eating between meals is not permitted, but liquids are allowed. Fasting, Almsgiving & Prayer are the traditional disciplines of Lent to be practiced seriously in a spirit of penance and preparation for baptism or renewal of baptism at Easter.

14 PARISH STAFF AND CONTACT INFORMATION Parish Office: 6N487 Crane Road, St. Charles, IL Phone: , Fax: Pastor Rev. Monsignor Stephen J. Knox Parochial Vicars Rev. Ryan Browning Rev. Andrew Deitz Permanent Deacons: William Gartland William Johnson Parish Secretary Judy Lynch Parish Secretary Jenny Hansen Financial Secretary Patricia Grueff Adult Formation Director Sr. Betty Ann Martinez, FMA Music Ministry Director Cyndee Zbylut Youth Ministry Director Mike Zak Bulletin Editor, HIAL & Julianne Rasmussen Youth Ministry Assistant St. Patrick School: 787 Crane Road, St. Charles, IL Phone: , Fax: Principal Melissa Crisci Vice Principal Sr. Liz Ryan, FMA Secretary Debbie Scurte Secretary Mary Ellen Theriault Julie Moss Preschool/Extended Care: 118 N. 5 th Street, St. Charles, IL Phone: , Fax: Director Veronica Day vday@stpatrickparish.org Secretary Amy Blood preschool@stpatrickparish.org Secretary Lisa Ayers preschool@stpatrickparish.org Religious Education: 787 Crane Road, St. Charles, IL Phone: , Fax: Director, Grades P3 5 Deacon Jerry Ryndak jryndak@stpatrickparish.org Director, J.R. High/H.S. Julie Schoonover Confirmation jschoonover@stpatrickparish.org Secretary, Grades P3 5 Gail Brown gbrown@stpatrickparish.org Secretary, J.R. High/H.S. Carol Johnson Confirmation cjohnson@stpatrickparish.org Hispanic Ministry: 107 N. 4th Street, St. Charles, IL Phone: , Fax: Parochial Vicar Rev. Jorge Loaiza jloaiza@stpatrickparish.org Sr. Esperanza Reyes Secretary Maria Perez mperez@stpatrickparish.org Convent: School Sisters of St. Francis Convent: Salesian Sisters of St. John Bosco You re Invited Open to both Women and Men Sponsored by: Servants of the Holy Heart of Mary 717 N. Batavia Avenue, Batavia, IL LIGHTS, CAMERA... FAITH!! This is a film lectionary series designed to help us enter into LENT and appreciate the Gospel stories. We will view a movie story that creates a dialogue between the movie and the Gospel. Open to both women and men. Sister Myra Lambert, SSCM, Servants of the Holy Heart of Mary, will be the facilitator. WHERE: Servants of the Holy Heart of Mary, 717 N. Batavia Avenue, Batavia WHEN: Series of 5 Sundays: February 22 nd, March 1 st, TIME: COST: March 8 th, March 15 th & March 22 nd 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. $25 for the series, however, if you are not able to attend all five Sundays you may pay $5 for each Sunday you are able to attend BUSY PERSON RETREAT... is a retreat that works itself into your busy daily schedule, giving you an opportunity to deepen your relationship with God during the LENTEN Season. Open to both women and men. COST: $40 and Registration is limited. For information on both programs or to Register, Call Linda Isleib at , Monday through Friday. Lenten Fish Fries All You Can Eat Saints Peter & Paul Church Rt. 64 & Meredith Rd, Virgil, February 20, 27, March 6 (Serbian Cod), 13, 20, 27 at 5 to 8:00 p.m. Adults $11 $14 Children (5-10) $4 $7, under 5 FREE Carry-Out is available. For additional info or to place a carry out order call FISH BOIL on Friday, March 20 From 4:30 to 7:00 pm At St. Charles Borromeo School in Hampshire Adults: $11 / Children: 5 to 10 yrs. - $5 Sponsored by The Catholic Order of Foresters Hampshire Court #729 Dinners Include: Boiled or Fried Fish, Potatoes, Onions, Coleslaw, Beverage & Dessert. Kids Menu: Choice of Fish or Hot Dog Platter This is a Matching Funds Event to benefit St. Charles Borromeo School Maintenance Director Sal Calderon scalderon@stpatrickparish.org St. Vincent de Paul Society