St. Patrick Parish. Since Downtown 400 Cedar St. St. Charles, IL Crane Road 6N491 Crane Road St. Charles, IL 60175

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1 St. Patrick Parish Downtown 400 Cedar St. St. Charles, IL Since 1851 Crane Road 6N491 Crane Road St. Charles, IL Parish Office Office Hours: Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. MASS SCHEDULE SATURDAY 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 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 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. Parish Web site: ~ September 27, 2015 ~ 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

2 Page 2 Sunday, Sunday, September April 19, 27, 2015 Dear Friends in Christ, Our Second Light of the World Retreat I m happy to announce that we have our 2 nd Light of the World retreat coming up at the end of October. I have a flyer on the next page that provides more information and registration information. Last March we had 50 parishioners participate in our first one. That is our capacity for our next one so please register as soon as possible if you would like to participate. Page 3 What is the purpose of a Light of the World retreat? The bottom line is that it is about deepening one s friendship with Jesus Christ. That sounds so basic, but many Catholics have a casual relationship with Jesus which leads to a tepid practice of the faith. When he is truly the Lord of our lives everything changes. All aspects of our lives reflect the gospel message, although there is always a need for growth and deepening. Through a series of talks, opportunities for discussion, the celebration of the sacraments, and quiet reflection time, the retreat affords the opportunity to grow closer to the Lord and our parish community. The weekend is open to men and women, married and single. It s for those new to the faith, and those who are veterans on the spiritual journey, and everyone in between. Who could benefit from a Light of the World Retreat? It s for you 1. If you are looking to grow your relationship with God and take a step deeper into your Catholic faith. 2. If you feel you re in a spiritual rut and aren t sure how to move forward. 3. If you re looking for a greater sense of community in the parish. 4. If you want to slow down and take a fresh look at your life through the lens of faith. This weekend we had a parishioner from our first retreat share some personal reflections and extend an invitation. I would highly recommend this retreat. You may have sensed that nudge from the Holy Spirit when our speaker was talking today. That s how we usually know that we re being called to something. Fear can sometimes hold us back, but if you felt that nudge, take a step in faith to connect with this great weekend. Fr. Deitz, Fr. Browning and I participate in the weekend through some talks and the sacraments. A nice benefit is you come away knowing many more of your fellow parishioners which helps people feel more connected and at home in the parish. Thanks for your consideration of this invitation! Parish Stewardship Report Once a year we publish our annual report in the parish bulletin to update the parish on our ministry life and our financial condition. You ll find the report on pages 4-5 of this week s bulletin. We have made some very positive improvements in our parish life and in the area of financial stewardship. I d like to thank everyone in the parish for your participation and involvement. In late August we had over 800 time and talent forms returned which is a great response. Our collections have been slowly rising and more people seem to be participating at Mass. I m very happy to report that our parish has done an outstanding job in responding to the Annual Diocesan Stewardship Appeal. Any amount we raise over our goal comes back to the parish which can use for our ministry needs. Let s continue to work together as a parish community, sharing our time, talent and resources for the glory of God and building up of the Church. May God bless you now and always! In Christ, Msgr. Steve

3 Sunday, September 27, 2015 Page 3 Light of the World Retreat Friday, October 23rd thru Monday, October 26th Light of the World is a fast growing parish based retreat program in the Rockford Diocese. This is our second 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 by clicking on the front page ad and then entering your information. If you d like more information please contact Alyce at or alyce_chicago@hotmail.com The retreat will take place here at the parish at the Crane Road campus. Retreatants return home at the end of the day. Friday, October 23 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Saturday, October 24 8:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m. Sunday, October 25 8:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m. Monday, October 26 6:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Please know that what you will gain from attending the Light of the World Retreat will far outweigh your investment in time and commitment. Treat yourself and feed your soul! Light of the World Retreat Please sign me up for the retreat on October 23 through Monday, October 26, Name(s) Address City Zip Home or Cell Phone 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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6 Page 6 Sunday, September 27, 2015 Rosary Devotion Occurs the First Saturday of Each Month Join us Saturday, October 3rd at the Downtown Church, following the 8:30 a.m. Mass and during confessions, when devotional prayers are recited. Join us at the Crane Road Church when prayers begin promptly at 3:30 p.m. The Church recognizes the miracle of Fatima and the promise of graces for salvation to any soul who confesses and receives the Eucharist, participates in the rosary and reflects on their redemptive powers. Welcome New Parishioners Meet our new parishioners! The new Welcome Ministry meets twice a month to help our new parishioners experience a warm welcome to our parish, to orient them to our parish life and encourage their involvement. Next Weekend is the First Sunday of the Month THE SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL will be collecting non-perishable food donations ONLY before all Masses. Please bring your food donations to the Fr. Carse Center at the Downtown Church by 2:00 p.m. on Wednesdays, October 7th & December 2nd. If you would rather donate something else, please call: Tracie at or Mary Lou at Thank you for your continuous support. God bless you. Confirmation will be April 24, 2016 at the Crane Road Church at 1:30 pm. Reminder: Confirmation is a two year process beginning in 8 th grade. Students are confirmed in 9 th grade. Please share this information with neighbors, friends or others who might not be aware. For more info. please contact Julie Schoonover at or jschoonover@stpatrickparish.org.

7 Sunday, September 27, 2015 Page 7 Bishop Robert Barron s new series The Mystery of God: and Why He Matters. Tuesdays, October 6, 13 & 20 After Mass Downtown 9:00 to 10:15 a.m. & at Crane Road 7:00 to 8:15 p.m. The priests of the parish will lead this three week series using his DVD materials. In an age when more and more people seem to be drawn to agnosticism and atheism, Bishop Barron will address the contemporary issues that seem to pull people away from belief in God and how we can respond. Here is the flow for the three week series: Week One: Atheism and What We Mean By God and St. Thomas Aquinas and the Paths to God. Week Two: The Divine Attributes and Providence and the Problem of Evil. Week Three: Exploring the Trinity and The God Who Is Love. If you have questions please contact Msgr. Steve at sknox@stpatrickparish.org. Marriage Ministry Date Night Presenting FALL FEST! Friday, October 16th 7:00 to 9:00 pm The cost is $20.00 per couple. Please also bring an appetizer or dessert to share. Please join us for an evening of great food, square dancing with a professional caller, a bonfire and a hayride. We will meet off site at a beautiful farm belonging to a St. Patrick parishioner. RSVP Julie at admin@marriage-building.org All women of the parish are invited Women at the Well Friday, October 16th Friday morning from 9:00 am to 11:30 am in Dempsey Hall Join us for our breakfast speaker series as we explore faith-based topics in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. Spiritually Healthy Ways to Deal with Stress Msgr. Steve Knox: Stress is hard to define, but we all know what it is like to experience stress. It s a normal part of life, but it can cause us a lot of problems. Msgr. Steve will explore the reality of stress and provide some practical ways our faith can help us deal with stress and navigate life in a spiritually healthy way. To Register, call or WATW.stp@gmail.com. For Advance Registration : $7.00 per program or $42 for the regular season, not including Advent program. Childcare is - $3.00 per child/ $5.00 maximum. For more information about Women at the Well visit the St. Patrick Website at education-and-youth/adults/women-at-the-well download a brochure or pick one up in the narthex. Attention Perennial Plant Sale Donors The Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary will again be sponsoring a Spring Perennial Plant Sale on Saturday May 14 th The fall season is one of the best times to dig and divide perennials and we hope that you as supporters/donors can put aside (winter over) a quantity of plants that will be potted in the spring and ready for the Sale next May. Plants can safely be divided now and the cuttings planted in a spare location for removal and potting next spring. Our goal is to have over 1500 plants for sale. Ask a neighbor or friend if they can help. See our website for a list of desired perennial plants: If you would like to participate, Contact Lorna Marquis: text or call or Lucy Taormina: text or call for donor information and the plant list.

8 Page 8 Sunday, September 27, 2015 Searching for YOU! FORUM MEETS EVERY in THE CATACOMBS in the basement of the REMPE BUILDING at the Downtown Campus. FORUM is a place where high school teens can gather to see their friends, pray & talk about things relevant to them and their faith. It s a weekly prayer and discussion group open to all high school students & their friends. Nothing to join or sign up for-just SHOW UP!! Come as often as you can. Home of the never ending supply of gummi bears! Enter thru the Breezeway between the school buildings. Questions? Contact Mike Zak, Director of Youth Ministry MIDDLE SCHOOL TEENS Don t Miss Out on... Become One of the SEPTEMBER 29 IN THE CRANE RD. AT 7:00 AM CHAPEL Followed by Food, Fellowship & Fun in Dempsey Hall One of our priests cooks a Hot Breakfast with the kids Parent Volunteers Always Welcome EVANGELIZING THE PARISH ONE FAMILY AT A TIME What s Going on in Youth Ministry This Year? group. If you are an 8 th grader from the Grade School or Confirmation program and would like to assist the High School Peer Ministers, please contact Mr. Zak youthministry@stpatrickparish.org. Service Saturday Sign Up NOW! Our November project will be leaf raking for older adults within the parish on Saturday November 7th. If you know someone who could use the help, have them contact us to sign up. # of homes will be limited by the number of people who sign up to assist. Our next Rocked by God Retreat will take place November 13 th and 14 th. More information will be coming in the weeks ahead. For High School students: Our Annual Winter FORUM RETREAT will be from January Tuesday mornings we have TRANSFORMATION TUESDAY which is open to ALL MIDDLE SCHOOL TEENS. Whether you attend St. Pat s, are home schooled or attend the area Middle Schools, you are invited to attend. It starts with 7 am Mass and we wrap it all up by 8:15 or 8:20 am. Public School students, if your parents pick you up at 8 am you should be able to make it to Thompson, Haines, Wredling, South Elgin, etc. Our EDGE Program has changed and is now connected with the 6 th and 7 th grade RE (Religious Education) program. Those who are not part of the RE program can still attend; just let Mr. Zak know in advance so he can get you in a small Questions? Contact Mike Zak, Director of Youth Ministry or Juli Rasmussen, YM Assistant Office: youthministry@stpatrickparish.org

9 Sunday, September 27, 2015 Page 9 Next Week: Sunday, October 4th from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. St. Patrick s will again participate in the National Life-Chain along Main Street in St. Charles. We will gather at 2:15 at the Downtown church or the Thompson Middle School Parking Lot. Non-graphical signs will be provided. The Life-Chain is a public display and non-confrontational hour of prayer to end abortion in our community and our nation. All are welcome. If you have any questions, please contact Jon Mielke at or kccgrfan@sbcglobal.net. St. Patrick Catholic School Exciting things are going on from 8th Grade to Preschool. Activities that enhance classroom experience are regularly planned: Our 8th Graders Attended a Retreat! Our pastoral staff of Msgr. Knox, Fr. Browning, Fr. Deitz and Mike Zak led the 8th grade class in an on the campus retreat... "Growing Together in Our Faith." It focused on developing leadership skills, being sensitive to others and making a commitment to follow Jesus at home and at school. We look forward to watching the 8th grades progress through this final year with us at our school. 'Always be ready to give an explanation to anyone who asks you for a reason for your hope' ~ 1 Peter 3:15 THE BLESSING OF PETS ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4TH 1 P.M. AT CRANE ROAD The feast day of St. Francis of Assisi is an appropriate day for this blessing. St. Francis had a great love for all of God s creation. So, on this day, we will have a special blessing for pets. For more information, please call Fr. Browning or Fr. Deitz. We ll meet in the grassy area in front of the school. Our PRESCHOOLERS Love Science! Learning can be fun when you get to do science experiments! Our PK4 students and parents will be SCIENCE BUDDIES this year. Parents get to take turns sharing cool science experiments with the class. What a great way to get our parents and students excited about learning! COME and JOIN the FUN! We still have spaces in our PK2, PK3 and PK4 programs. Call Veronica Day, our Preschool Director to learn more at preschool@stpatrickparish.org 118 N. 5th Street, St. Charles Find out why we were voted one of the Best of the Fox preschools by St. Charles parents.

10 Page 10 Sunday, September 27, 2015 Weekly Mass Intentions Monday, September 28 7:00 a.m. Mary Souto Crane Road Church 8:30 a.m. Earl Kime Downtown Church 7:00 a.m. Steven Freehill Crane Road Church 8:30 a.m. John & Frances Orlos Downtown Church Wednesday, September 30 St. Jerome 7:00 a.m. Dorothy Hennessy Crane Road Church 8:30 a.m. Jim Moehlenhof Downtown Church 8:50 a.m. Peggy Greco Ippolito Crane Road Church Thursday, October 1 St. Therese of Jesus 7:00 a.m. Stephen Durrant Crane Road Church 8:30 a.m. Chris Kappele Downtown Church 6:00 p.m. Mass in Spanish Downtown Church Friday, October 2 The Holy Guardian of Angels 7:00 a.m. Ronald Feltz Crane Road Church 8:30 a.m. Carmella Felecita Downtown Church Saturday, October 3 8:30 a.m. Richard Morgan Downtown Church 4:00 p.m. Erin Meere Crane Road Church 6:00 p.m. Jim Donovan Downtown Church Sunday, October 4 7:30 a.m. Deutsch & Heisten Downtown Church Families 8:00 a.m. Christine Cheesbrough Crane Road Church 9:00 a.m. Henry & Cecelia Janik Downtown Church 9:45 a.m. Jerry Statiek Crane Road Church 10:30 a.m. Francesco Garro Downtown Church 11:30 a.m. Henry & Stella Korman Crane Road Church 12:00 p.m. People of St. Patrick Downtown Church 5:00 p.m. Downtown Church This week our Downtown Church Tabernacle Candle burns: In Memory of: Helen & Clyde Pugh And our Crane Road Church Tabernacle Candle burns: In Memory of: Steven Langerock May this light which reminds us of Jesus presence in the Tabernacle welcome them into His eternal presence. Priest Celebrants Downtown Church Saturday, October 3: 6:00 p.m. Msgr. Knox Sunday, October 4: 7:30 a.m. Msgr. Knox 9:00 a.m. Msgr. Knox 10:30 a.m. Fr. Deitz 12:00 p.m. Fr. Deitz 5:00 p.m. Fr. Loaiza Crane Road Church Saturday, October 3: 4:00 p.m. Fr. Deitz Sunday, October 4: 8:00 a.m. Fr. Browning 9:45 a.m. Fr. Browning 11:30 a.m. Fr. Browning Do You Know Anyone Who is Homebound & in Need of Having the Eucharist Brought to Them? We have many parishioners who volunteer to bring the Eucharist to our parishioners who are homebound, living in Care Facilities, or who are hospitalized. These ministers receive training so that they can effectively minister to the elderly who may not be able to get to Mass. If you would like to have Communion brought to you or a loved one in our area, please contact Betty at or at booper926@aol.com. 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. RECONCILIATION / CONFESSION SATURDAYS: 9:00 9:45 a.m. Downtown 3:00 4:00 p.m. Crane Road TUESDAYS: 6:00 7:00 p.m. Crane Road Or By Appointment with any priest

11 Sunday, September 27, 2015 Page 11 Parish Events Calendar: September 28 October 4, 2015 Monday, September 28 9:00 a.m. Light of the World Small Group (DT) 7:00 p.m. Consoling the Heart of Jesus (CR) 7:00 p.m. Light of the World Small Group (CR) 7:30 p.m. Boy Scouts (CR) Tuesday, September 29 1:00 p.m. Senior Chair Exercise (DT) 5:30 p.m. Catechist s Training (DT) 5:30 p.m. Hispanic Ministry (DT) 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Confessions (CRC) 7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts Ad Altare Dei (CR) 7:00 p.m. Hispanic Ministry Choir (DT) 7:30 p.m. Marian Prayer Group (DTC) Wednesday, September 30 9:15 a.m. Consoling the Heart of Jesus (DT) 6:30 p.m. Religious Ed/YM (CR) 6:30 p.m. St. Vincent de Paul (CR) 7:00 p.m. RCIA (DT) Thursday, October 1 9:00 a.m. Coffee Klatch (DT) 5:30 p.m. Hispanic Mass & Confessions (DT) 6:30 p.m. Cantor Rehearsal (CRC) 7:00 p.m. Sunday Bible Study (CR) 7:00 p.m. Men s Bible Study (CR) 7:00 p.m. Home & School Meeting (CR) 7:00 p.m. Parish Choir Rehearsal (CR) 7:00 p.m. Hispanic Ministry Choir (DT) 7:00 p.m. FORUM THE CATACOMBS (DT) Friday, October 2 7:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch (CR) 8:30 a.m. Home & School Social Committee (CR) 2:00 p.m. AA (DT) 7:00 p.m. AA (DT School) Saturday, October 3 6:00 a.m. That Man is You (CR) 9:00 a.m. First Saturday Devotions (DT) 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. Confessions (DT) 12:30 to 6 p.m. Church Tour & Open House (DT) 3:00 to 4 p.m. Confessions (CR) 3:30 p.m. First Saturday Devotions (CR) Sunday, October 4 9:00 a.m. Religious Ed P3 & P4 (CR) 9:15 a.m. Parish Choir Rehearsal (CR) 9:45 a.m. Liturgy of the Word for Children (CR) 11:30 a.m. Liturgy of the Word for Children (CR) 1:00 p.m. Pet Blessing on School Grass (CR) 2:15 p.m. Life Chain (DT) 4:30 p.m. Hispanic Confessions / Mass (DTC) DT Downtown Church ; CR Crane Road Sunday, September 20: $44, Enroll in Electronic Giving Do You want to transition away from envelopes & contribute electronically? It is 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 & payment information. If you have questions or need help, call Patty at or pgrueff@stpatrickparish.org. Flame of Faith Intentions At the Crane Road and Downtown Churches a large candle burns in the vigil candle lamp by each Tabernacle. This lets us know that Christ is present. You can make a personal intention request for one week while the candle burns by the Tabernacle. This can be in memory of a loved one or another special intention. We will note who the intention is for in the bulletin. A $10.00 candle donation is suggested to help provide candles for the church. If you have any questions please contact Judy in the parish office: 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 Downtown Crane Road Name Phone In Memory of: Special Intention:

12 Page 12 Sunday, September 27, 2015 Pray for the Sick Abbot David Ralph Adame Micki Baran Suzanne Barone Marjorie Bauer Helen Boring Pat Brennan Joe Bronec Roxann Brown Wally Bruhnke Alicia Burks Fr. Thomas E. Burr Wanda Canney Antoinette Colletti Karyn Cronan Magdalena B. Dela Cruz Rick Danley Payton Della Mike Doherty Ethel Dohner John Doran Ryan Dufresne Gus Enzenbacher Aaron Erickson Gil Ferreira Jeffrey Fillmore Maureen Frawley Rosina Garro Austin Gibbons Bonifacio Gonzales Roseann Grady Dorothy Gregory Philip Hadamik Sandra Harp Rick Hastings Matthew Haubner Susan Hill June Ives Myrl Ives Victoria Jendrzejczyk Lily Nicole Johnson Notz Johnson Madelynn Kerstin Colleen Kissner George Kleinschmidt Tim Korzen Jarrod Kovanda Cliff Kruse Jeanne Krumwiede Margaret Kruse Gary LaDoucur Brooklyn LaFata Luis Lann Bill Larsen Kathy Lebrun Robert E. Lee Dan LeMaire Margaret Lykens Laska Mari Elycia Manier Ginni Mayhew Ruperto D. Mayuga, Jr. Skye McAlister Jakob McGraw John McNinny Gina Michell Gene Mulcahy Kevin Murphy Carol Nelson Paula Neybert Kathleen Pandola Anthony Panozzo Jan Paquette Joseph Piernick Frank Pjosek Anthony Placek, Jr. Ronald Polzen Danielle Price Mackenzie Price Barbara Rann Paul Regelbrugge Maria Resendiz Jennifer Rochell Debra Roerig Danny Ryan Janet Rynne Ray Rzepecki Geraldine Serio Amy Shannon Ronald Sheldon Valery Shulick Craig Skowron Stacy Skowron Rosario Sparacio Vern Steffen Corinne Stines Jennifer Stoufer Geralyn Sychowski Larry Szabelski Jacqueline Theisen Dean Tobolski Vincent Valanti Sue VanBosch Marge VanBorsch Maria Villa Anastasia Vilona Kenneth Weistroffer Christine Wiedemann Elliott Williams Jeannette Wilson If you or your loved one no longer need our prayers, please let us know. Call the Parish Office: Remember the Prayer Circle when you or someone you know needs prayers. Contact Laura Kennedy at or Jane Armato Edward Tunney Marian Prayer Group Tuesday evenings, 7:30 p.m. Downtown Church To Jesus through Mary Join us! Please Keep All of Our Military Personnel and Families in Your Prayers: Lt Col Mark C. Andres SrA Brian J. Bagrowski Pvt. Kevin D. Bagrowski Cpl Brian Bianco* Pvt. Trevor Brennan 2ndLt. Jessica Clay Captain Patrick Dorsch AE1 Dustin Hale 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 2ndLt. Andrew Slade Amn Erin Nicole Sholfer A1C Ryan Swanson 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, , or crweeks@comcast.net.

13 Sunday, September 27, 2015 Page 13 CRANE ROAD CHURCH Every Tuesday 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Benediction at 8:45 p.m. The Sacrament of Baptism Congratulations to these Children Welcomed into the Church on September 20th DOWNTOWN CHURCH Every Wednesday for 24 hours 9:00 a.m. Wednesday to 8:15 a.m. Thursday, Benediction at 8:15 a.m. HEALING GARDENS AT Open for the Last Sunday of the Season! Sunday, October 11 11:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Evelyn Agnes Colliander Emma Rose Dabrowski Colin Thomas O Malley Baylie Rae Wieczorek The Prayer Shawl Ministry Meets regularly on the First Tuesday of every month at 9:00 a.m. in the Fr. Carse Center (DT) & on the Third Wednesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. in the St. Anne Room at (CR). If you want to Give a Prayer Shawl, Please call or stop in the Parish Office Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The admission cost is $5 per person $10 per family Children Welcome Cancer Survivors are FREE. Donations welcome of time or money for upkeep. Visitors can pick their own bouquet of flowers to take home, for a small donation. Two-acres of woodland and perennial gardens at Stone Hill Farm, Located at 37W249 Dean Street, St. Charles, IL Call or visit Please check in at the yellow and white house front porch before your walk. You are welcome to sit on the front porch where additional resources are available. A restroom and water are available in the west tan building. The mosquito free gardens are open to the public on set dates for the purpose of enjoying the natural wooded setting and perennial gardens. Groups are welcome to schedule and reserve special days to visit the gardens.

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 Johnson William Gartland Parish Secretary Judy Lynch Parish Secretary Jenny Hansen Financial Secretary Patricia Grueff 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 Mary Carol Mignin 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 Maintenance Director Sal Calderon scalderon@stpatrickparish.org St. Vincent de Paul Society Convent: School Sisters of St. Francis Caritas Needs Your Enthusiasm! Caritas is an Auxiliary of Catholic Charities and we are focused on fundraising for the needs of disadvantaged children in the Rockford community. Our next meeting takes place on Monday, October 5th at 9:30 a.m. at the Diocesan Administration Center We are looking for new members to help us put on our 30th fundraiser, luncheon and fashion show that takes place on Professional Assistants Day every April. We meet on the first Monday of the month at the Diocesan Administration Center. If you have any questions, please call Marva Tarara at or Patti Weber at Join Us for an Afternoon of Fun! OKTOBERFEST on October 11th at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Aurora 11:30 am to 6:00 pm Food, Refreshments, Bears Game on TV, Raffles, Silent Auction, Kids Area & More. Music by the DeKalb Foot Stompers Something For Everyone! Call: , 722 High Street, Aurora St. Edward Central Catholic High School Invites you to a Fall Open House Sunday, October 25 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. 335 Locust Street, Elgin The Open House is great way to get a feel for life at the school. Student-Guided tours will be given throughout the afternoon, and guests will have the opportunity to talk with faculty, current students, coaches, and moderators of our extra-curricular programs. The Booster Club will provide their award-winning food! For more information go to or call Call for Tours or Shadow Days by appointment , ext. 113