Saint Robert Bellarmine Parish Mission Statement We are a diverse Catholic community of genera ons, experiencing the living God and reflec ng our faith in ac on with one another. November 27, 2016 First Sunday of Advent RCIA Rite of Acceptance December 4 Sunday 10 a.m. Immaculate Conception December 8 Thursday Masses 8:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. First Reconciliation December 10 Saturday 10:00 a.m.
Page 2 November 27, 2016 Mass Intentions MON. November 28, Advent Weekday 8:30 am Nancy Collyer, Helen Trush, Walter Davis TUES. November 29, Advent Weekday 8:30 am Yolanda Jamison, Mary & Felix Orzechowski WED. November 30, St. Andrew 8:30 am John Rybicki, Stanislawa Lech, Henryk Lech THURS. December 1, Advent Weekday 8:30 am Carol Marks FRI. December 2, Advent Weekday 8:30 am Theodore Nowacki SAT. December 3, St. Francis Xavier 8:30 am Irene Koziarz, John Hester Jr. 5:00 pm Jerome & Julia Ouper, John & Wanda Placek, Geraldine LaPlume, Camille Evringham, Santo & Laverne Scavuzzo SUN. December 4, Second Sunday of Advent 8:00 am The People of St. Robert Bellarmine Parish 10:00 am Paul Calandrino, Martha Sanders, George Heinlein, The Choirs of SRB 12:00 pm Jimmie Kernaghan, Frank Kernaghan, Joyce Schoenecker, Larry Martin Jr. Deceased Members of the Bakalich Family 5:30 pm The People of St. Robert Bellarmine, St. Pascal and Our Lady of Victory Parishes Weekly Collections November 13, 2016 Sunday Offertory $ 7,665 Sharing $ 240 The amount for the Sunday Offertory includes the electronic donations received for the week. Thank you for your generosity! Please pray for our sick Gina Brettman, Patricia Klenck, Robert Walsh, Arlene Placek, Margaret Ludden First Sunday of Advent The Season of Advent begins the new liturgical church year and starts on the fourth Sunday before Christmas. Advent signifies arrival and is a time of preparation, longing and expectancy. The Season is penitential in its spirit, but also reflects the joy of anticipation. During Advent we feel a spiritual hunger that Isaiah the Prophet helps fill through his progressive prophesies during the season regarding the coming of our Redeemer. Today, Isaiah says that, In days to come...he shall judge between the nations,...one nation shall not raise the sword against another, nor shall they train for war again. Advent is a time of conversion and repentance in preparation for God s coming. St. Paul tells us today that we must change: our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed...let us throw off the works of darkness and put on the armor of light. During Advent we prepare for intimacy with God in Christ s first appearance, but also share the expectation of his second coming. Our Lord today tells the disciples what to expect at the coming of the Son of Man. Jesus says, Two...will be out in the field; one will be taken, and one will be left...therefore, stay awake! You also must be prepared, for at an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come. Isaiah 2:1-5 Romans 13:11-14 Matthew 24:37-44 SRB Blanket Challenge Common Threads (SRB s Blanket Ministry) challenges each family in St. Robert s to make one no-sew fleece prayer blanket for the sick and homebound in our parish. This is a great way for your family to give back at Christmas. We ll provide suggestions and blanket-making instructions. You provide the fabric, work and prayers. No special talent needed! The completed blankets will be placed in front of the Holy Family at 10:00 Mass on the Epiphany of the Lord, Sunday, January 8th. They will receive a special blessing before being distributed to provide the warmth of our love and prayers to members of our St. Robert s family. Watch the bulletin, parish website and school Facebook page for further details.
First Sunday of Advent Page 3 From the Pastor s Desk During the Season of Advent we prepare for the coming of Christ. Advent means coming or arrival. During this time of new beginnings we anticipate and prepare for the coming of Christ. In many ways Advent is a time of transition. We move from last week s Feast of Christ the King, anticipating Jesus return at the end of time, to the Feast of Christmas when Christ will come to us in his humanity at the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem. Our scriptures today forecast the coming of the end of time. Weeks two and three of Advent this year have John the Baptist proclaiming the coming of the Messiah to establish his kingdom on earth (Jesus public ministry). Finally, the fourth week of Advent foretells the birth of Jesus at Christmas, the story of God entering into our human history. Our scriptures invite us to reflect on our awareness of the presence of God in our lives. We light the candles on the Advent wreath, counting down the days until Christmas. This is a time of great joy for Christians because we celebrate the love of God joining our human condition to bring us salvation. We prepare our hearts and homes to celebrate with great wonder this miracle of our faith. Advent, like Lent, calls for an examination of our lives. When Christ calls us home, will we be ready? Have we responded to John the Baptist s cry to make straight the ways of the Lord? Do we truly believe that the child to be born of the Virgin Mary is the Lord of our life? When we can answer yes to all of these questions we can truly experience the joy of Christmas and the wonder of God s love. As we write Christmas cards we can take the time to hold each person in our hearts and appreciate our relationship to them. In buying gifts we can try to find something truly meaningful that the recipient will appreciate. As we bake, clean and decorate, we can try to make it a family endeavor, sharing the work and the time with one another. We can put on some Christmas music and truly get into the spirit. I don t agree that the liturgically correct practice of no carols until Christmas Eve is the right way to celebrate the joy of the season. I like them for at least a couple weeks ahead. Many of our Christmas parties can become obligations that are a burden rather than a time of friendship. In order to avoid holiday burnout, I schedule some social events with friends after Christmas so that we can truly enjoy our time together and our friendship. Many people are lonely this time of year. Perhaps we can make some time for a lonely relative or neighbor to brighten their holiday. Many people are struggling financially and are working extra hours in order to make Christmas happen. While it is important not to disappoint the children, and we do need some festivity in our lives, please try to find some balance. After all, it is not how much money we spend, but rather the time and the love we spend with those near and dear to us. For those of us who are doing okay financially, we can share some of our blessings with those who are in need. All of us can do something to brighten this Christmas for others who might otherwise do without. Most of all, don t let Advent be a build up that ends on Christmas Day. Anticipate the joy of the season rather than rushing toward Christmas. I hope you all had a blessed Thanksgiving with family and friends. While the Church begins the Advent season, our culture begins its preparation for Christmas which is often more consumer driven than faith-filled. I invite everyone to take advantage of our Advent Services as an oasis of quiet and prayer. See page four for the Advent schedule. The RCIA Rite of Acceptance will be celebrated next Sunday, December 4th at the 10 a.m. mass. We welcome those who are seeking to be welcomed into the Church and receive the Sacraments of Initiation at Easter. The Holy Name Christmas Party will be held on Wednesday, December 7th. This is a fun evening and a good time to socialize with friends before the frantic Christmas rush. There will be great food, music and fellowship. Please see page eight for details and make your reservations. We will celebrate the Sacrament of 1st Reconciliation on Saturday, December 10th. Reconciliation is the sacrament of grace that heals our souls as we experience the joy of God s love and mercy in being reunited with him. Please keep the children and their families in your prayers. Sr. Mary Lou will be speaking at all the masses next weekend for the Fund for Retired Religious (for the collection to be held December 10-11th). Supporting the Fund for Retired Religious is a great way to thank the sisters for all their service to our parish for the past 85 years. Have a great week and a blessed Advent. Sincerely, Fr. Neil
Page 4 November 27, 2016 In Sympathy Please pray for the repose of the soul of Advent begins today. We will be blessing the Advent Wreath and lighting the candles each week. Nov. 29 Advent Prayer Service 7:00 pm Dec. 01 Lectio Divina at 9:15 am Dec. 06 Novena followed by Benediction 6:30 pm Dec. 06 Advent Prayer Service at 7:00 pm Dec. 07 Holy Name Society Christmas Party at 7:00 pm Dec. 08 Feast of the Immaculate Conception Masses 8:30 am, 1:30 pm, 7:00 pm Dec. 11 Pancake Breakfast with Santa after masses Dec. 13 Advent Prayer Service at 7:00 pm Dec. 14 Our Sacramental Journey at 7:00 pm Dec. 15 Lectio Divina at 9:15 am Dec. 19 Simbang Gabi Mass and Reception at 7:00 pm Dec. 20 School Christmas Pageant 10:30 am Dec. 20 Advent Reconciliation Service 7 pm Dec. 22 Lectio Divina at 9:15 am Dec. 24 Vigil of Christmas Masses at 4 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Dec. 25 Christmas Day Masses at 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 12 noon During the busy preparations for the holidays, all are invited to share some of the above times of quiet prayer and reflection. Jon V. Dawson and for his family and friends. Advent Prayer Service Tuesday, November 29 at 7:00 pm in the Church Lectio Divina (FORMERLY SCRIPTURE STUDY) THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1 9:15 AM KERNAGHAN HALL MEETING ROOM Every week we explore the scriptures for the coming Sunday. Learn about the scriptures through prayer and discussion with other parishioners. Questions? Call Deacon Bill at 773-777-2666 or email: bfrere@srb-chicago.org ST. ROBERT BELLARMINE S GIVING TREE IN THE VESTIBULE Every Advent Season, the Giving Tree in the vestibule of the Church reminds us to be mindful of those who are poor. Christ s humble birth and His message of hope for the poor are important reminders for us as we prepare our hearts for Christ s Birth. The Giving Tree provides 2 ways for you to help out families in need during this season of Advent. 1. Take a scroll from the Giving Tree. Buy one item of clothing and 1 new toy for a child from our Sharing Parish Ascension-St. Susanna in Harvey. Return the gifts unwrapped in a gift bag to the Rectory by December 18. 2. The Mission of Our Lady of the Angels serves West Humboldt Park by providing a food pantry, senior services, an after-school program and an annual Christmas Party for over 1400 people. Place NEW, unwrapped items of warm clothing, warm bedding, toys and blankets under the Giving Tree. NO weapon-like toys (Nerf, water guns, etc.) All gifts must be received by December 6.
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Page 6 November 27, 2016 Blest Art visits our parish this weekend (November 26 and 27). They will have hand-carved nativity sets, statues, crosses, rosaries, and many other pieces of beautiful olive wood art. We kindly invite you to visit our display and to consider purchasing a piece of art from the Holy Land. In doing so, you will help support the many families who depend on this form of art for their living. Your purchase will make a difference in the lives of many Christian families. Cash, checks, and all major credit cards are gladly accepted. Please note that we do not ask for, nor do we accept, any donations. Common Threads: An expansion of SRB s Blanket Ministry Can you knit, crochet, sew, quilt or tie a knot? To find out more, join us as we gather Wednesday, November 30 th at 7:00 pm in the Meeting Room in Kernaghan Hall. Prayer blankets can be a sign of God s presence as well as a reminder of the love, concern and prayers of the community. We need people of all ages and talent levels to donate materials and make blankets. Donations of soft fabrics and yarn (no wool) can be dropped off at the rectory. For further details, contact Deacon Bill at the rectory. Maligayang Pasko The SRB Asian American Group invites you to celebrate Simbang Gabi at St. Robert Bellarmine Church 4646 N. Austin Ave. Chicago IL Monday, December 19, 2016 at 7 pm. Fellowship and Refreshments will follow in Kernaghan Hall. For more information, please call: Ogie Cave (773) 852-1401 Tess Guiriba (773) 205-0586 Mario and Baby Sales (773) 319-5756 Joan Carandang (312) 404-3087 Marilyn Sarau-Young (773) 875-7521 Lou Jose (773) 895-7521 Share the Joy, Happiness and Peace of Christmas REMEMBERING OUR VETERANS In an effort to show our appreciation to our Veterans, St. Robert Bellarmine School will be collecting items to send to Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital, in Hines, IL The top requested items are: New white t-shirts (large or extra large), New sweatpants (any size), New sweatshirts (any size), New or gently used current magazines (September - December 2016), Playing cards, Denture adhesive and denture cleaners, Packaged socks, Packaged underwear, Paperback books, Lotions, Toothpaste, Any toiletries. This is a small way that we can show our support and gratitude during this holiday season. Collection will begin immediately and end on Friday, December 9th. Thank you for your generosity with this important project, St. Robert Bellarmine Faculty Peace and Justice Committee
Page 7 November 27, 2016 First Sunday of Advent Page 7 TO Next Weekend is Commitment Weekend! During all Masses next weekend, we will invite all parishioners who have not yet been contacted to join us in participating in the To Teach Who Christ Is campaign. We ask you to consider a sacrificial gift to the campaign one that is right for you. We are happy to report that we have now achieved more than 57% of our parish goal. It is only through the participation and support of each one of our families that we can truly be successful. Your gift will make a significant impact on the generational impact of Catholic education and our local parish. Working together in this campaign, we seek to address: TEACH Who Christ Is A campaign for strong parishes, Catholic education and faith formation in the Archdiocese of Chicago Tracking Our Success Campaign Target: $ 670,000 Total Pledged: $ 378,835 Percentage of Goal: 57% Number of Pledges: 76 Average Gift: $ 4,985 *Pledges are made over a 5-year period Local parish needs, to ensure the continued strength and vibrancy of the Church in every neighborhood; Catholic Education Scholarship Trust, to create scholarships for students to attend K-12 Catholic schools throughout the Archdiocese; Religious Education (Catechists), to provide resources to form parish Religious Education directors, coordinators, and youth ministers; Religious Education (Innovation), to identify and create the best innovative Religious Education programs; Critical Facility Issues to address urgent repairs for parishes and schools in economically distressed parishes; Academic Excellence in Schools, to enhance programming, curricula, and technology, and provide professional development for teachers and principals. A Sacrificial Pledge Over Five Years Total Pledge Yearly Monthly Weekly Daily Equal to $18,000 $3,600 $300 $75 $9.86 $12,000 $2,400 $200 $50 $6.58 Daily sit-down lunch Weekly dinner for two $6,000 $1,200 $100 $25 $3.29 Daily coffee $3,600 $720 $60 $14 $1.75 Less than $2/day! $1,800 $360 $30 $7 $0.99 Less than $1/day!
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First Sunday of Advent Page 11 St. Robert Bellarmine Parish December 2016 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 9:15am Lectio Divina (MR) 11:30a Early Dismissal 12-7:30p Parent-Teacher Conferences (Gym) 7p Adult Choir (SMR) 2 4:30-9 pm Fall Sports Pictures (KH) 3 9:30a-11:30a Faith Formation Classes (S) 12:30-1:30 pm Faith Formation Homeschool Check in (KH) 4 2nd Sunday of Advent 10am Mass Rite of Acceptance Mass 5 7 pm School Board Mtg (MR) 7:30p Sports Brd Mtg (S) 6 8-11:15 am Hobby Fair (KH) 6:30pm Novena (C) 7 pm Advent Prayer Svc (C) 7 pm Band Concert (G) 7 8-11:15 am Hobby Fair (KH) 6 pm Holy Name Society Christmas Party (KH) 8 Immaculate Conception 8:30 am Mass 1:30p School Mass (C) 7pm Mass 8p-9p Adult Choir (C) 9 8-9a 8th Grd Pictures (KH) 10 10am First Reconciliation (C) 2nd Coll - Retired Religious 11 3rd Sunday of Advent 8:30a-2p Pancake Breakfast with Santa (KH, SMR) 2nd Coll - Retired Religious 12 7pm Baptismal Prep (R) 13 7p Advent Prayer Service (C) 14 6-10p SPRED Christmas Party (KH) 7 pm Our Sacramental Journey (C) 15 9:15am Lectio Divina (MR) 7p-9:30p Adult Choir (SMR) 16 17 9:30a-11:30a Faith Formation Class (S) 2nd Coll - Christmas Flowers 18 4th Sunday of Advent 10a Children s Liturgy of the Word (C/KH) 3:45p-5:15p Confirmation Faith Groups (KH) 2nd Coll - Christmas Flowers 19 7pm Simbang Gabi Mass and Reception (C,KH) 20 10:30am Christmas Pageant (C) 11:30am Early Dismissal 7-9p Parent Assoc Holiday Bash, 5th-8th grade only (KH) 7 pm Advent Reconciliation Svc. (C) 21 5pm Benediction (C) 22 9:15am Lectio Divina (MR) 7p-9:30p Adult Choir (SMR) 23 24 Vigil of Christmas 4pm Mass 10:30pm Mass 25 The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas) 8am Mass 10am Mass 12pm Mass Rectory Office Closed 26 27 28 29 9:15am Lectio Divina (MR) 6p-9:30p Adult Choir 30 31 Vigil of the Soleminity of Mary 4 pm Mass
Page 12 November 27, 2016 PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY GySgt Timothy R. Hogan (Marines) CPT Patrick J. Collins (Army) Raymond Weernink (Navy) Sgt Scott Pekar (Marines) CPT Dan Allen (Army) LCpl Kurt Williams (Marines) SGT Joseph Konieczny (Army) Mike Janson (Navy) 1LT Brian G. Lutz (Army) Bernard Brennan (Marines) Sgt. Benjamin Juhasz (Marines) Sarah Faye Tierra (Navy) Sgt Joseph VonMoser (Marines) Luke Bulanda (Navy) Capt Kevin P. O Grady (Air Force) Capt Daniel C. Ouper (Air Force) EM1 John J. Schmidt III (Navy) Capt Albert Eiffes (Air Force) Joseph A. Casey (Navy) EM3 Abraham Ubi (Navy) PVT Michael Barry (Army) SPC David A. Torres (Army) E2 Anthony V. Tierra (Navy) A1C Logan Lopez (Air Force) Weekly Schedule Monday, November 28 7 pm Baptismal Prep (R) 7 pm Finance Committee Meeting (R) Tuesday, November 29 7 pm Advent Prayer Service (C) Wednesday, November 30 7 pm RCIA (R) 7 pm Common Threads (MR) Thursday, December 1 9:15 am Lectio Divina (MR) 11:30 am Early School Dismissal 7 pm Adult Choir Rehearsal (SMR) Friday, December 2 4:30 pm 9 pm Fall Sports Pictures (KH) Saturday, December 3 9:30 am 11:30 am Faith Formation Classes (S) 12:30 pm 1:30 pm Faith Formation Homeschool Check-in (KH) Sunday, December 4 10 am Mass Rite of Acceptance Lord, you have put among us those who are strong enough to defend our freedom. Please bless them, protect them, and keep them in your loving hands. Daily Scripture Readings Monday Is 4:2-6 / Mt 8:5-11 Tuesday Is 11:1-10 / Lk 10:21-24 Wednesday Rom 10:9-18 / Mt 4:18-22 Thursday Is 26:1-6 / Mt 7:21, 24-27 Friday Is 29:17-24 / Mt 9:27-31 (Unknown Author) Saturday Is 30:19-21, 23-26 / Mt 9:35 10:1, 5a, 6-8 Sunday Is 11:1-10 / Rom 15:4-9 / Mt 3:1-12 December 3 / 4, 2016 Mass Presider Servers Lectors Auxiliary Ministers 5:00 PM 8:00 AM 10:00 AM 12:00 PM 5:30 PM Fr. Scott Donahue Fr. Neil Fackler Fr. Neil Fackler Msgr. Charles Lang Fr. Greg Lorens K. Brislane, A. Augello, S. Grant D. Kowalski, M. White, S. White D. Loch, D. Loch, K. Meyering D. Durcan, A. Amoloria, J. Rodriguez-Ashe N. Brennan, J. Sarau-Young, R. Sarau-Young R. Madro K. Fergus, P. Fergus, H. Heidkamp P. Zyburt Sr. Ann, M. Furphy, Sr. Mary Lou E. Day T. Eifert, R. Loch, L. Wilder C. Harrington D. Czech, A. Benages, G. Ignarski, I. Benages, P. Mullane, T. Psioda-Moskal, J. Rejczyk W. Calcagno M. Calcagno, S. Calcagno, J. Oloroso
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Saint Robert Bellarmine Church Parish Rectory & Office 4646 North Parish Austin Office Avenue & Rectory Chicago, Illinois 4646 North 60630 Austin Avenue Tel. 773.777.2666 Chicago, Illinois 60630 Fax 773.777.2770 Tel. 773.777.2666 Website: www.srb-chicago.org Fax 773.777.2770 Website: www.srb-chicago.org Rev. Neil E. Fackler, Pastor Rev. Scott Rev. Donahue, Neil E. Resident Fackler, Pastor William Rev. Frere, Scott Deacon Donahue, Resident Tony Delgado, Deacon Fr. Neil Kathy Fackler, Goetz, Pastor Business Manager nfackler@srb-chicago.org MGoetz@ArchChicago.org Kathy Barbara Goetz, Donnelly, Business Adm. Manager Assist/Office Mgr KGoetz@srb-chicago.org SRBrectory@gmail.com Barbara Donnelly, Parish Secretary Dr. Christina Zaker, Adult Education Rectory@srb-chicago.org SRBvolunteers@Yahoo.com Deacon Bill Beth Frere, Farias, Pastoral Youth Associate Minister bfrere@srb-chicago.org SRBteens@gmail.com Religious Education Office Faith Formation Office 6036 West Eastwood Avenue 6036 West Eastwood Avenue Tel. 773.286.0956 Tel. 773.286.0956 Debi DeMario, Director Mary Ellen Casselman, Director SRBRE1@Yahoo.com DRE@srb-chicago.org St. Robert Bellarmine School St. Robert Bellarmine School 6036 West Eastwood Avenue 6036 West Eastwood Avenue Tel. 773.725.5133 Tel. 773.725.5133 Carrie Mijal, Principal Carrie Mijal, Principal Carrie.Mijal@ArchChicago.org Cmijal@srb-chicago.org Chris Wilson, Secretary Chris Wilson, Secretary STRBellarmine@Yahoo.com Schooloffice@srb-chicago.org Office of Music Office Director of Music Director 6036 West 6036 Eastwood West Eastwood Avenue Avenue Tel. 773.286.0956 Tel. 773.286.0956 Dennis Dennis Costanzo, Costanzo, Music Director Music Director DCostanzo@srb-chicago.org DJPCostanzo@gmail.com Bulletin Deadline: Bulletin Deadline: Thursday Thursday 12 Noon 12 Noon 10 days 10 in days advance in advance Submit articles Submit via articles email: via email: bulletineditor@srb-chicago.org SRBBulletinEditor@gmail.com in in person person at at the the rectory rectory or or fax fax 773.777.2770 Pulpit Announcement Pulpit Announcement Deadline Deadline Friday Friday by 12 Noon by 7:30 in p.m. the rectory. in the rectory. Mass Schedule Mass Schedule Weekdays Weekdays - Monday - Monday - Friday - Friday at 8:30 at a.m. 8:30 a.m. Weekends Weekends - Saturday - Saturday Morning Morning at 8:30 at a.m. 8:30 a.m. Saturday Saturday Evening Evening at 5:00 at p.m., 5:00 p.m., Sundays Sundays at 8:00 at 8:00 a.m., a.m., 10:00a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12:00 12:00 p.m. p.m. and and 5:30 5:30 p.m. p.m. Holy Holy Days Days - 8:30-8:30 a.m. a.m. and and 7:00 7:00 p.m. p.m. Rectory Office Rectory Hours Office Hours Monday through - Friday Thursday - 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 to a.m. 7:30 to p.m. 7:30 p.m. Friday (Closed - 8:30 from a.m. 12:00 to 5 to p.m. 1:00 p.m. for lunch) (Closed Saturday from - 12:00 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. p.m. for lunch) Saturday Sunday - 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 2:30 p.m. Sunday - 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Weddings Weddings Arrangements to be made with a priest Arrangements at least to be six made months with in a advance. priest at Please least six contact months the in rectory advance. for date and time availability Please contact before the rectory making for other date and arrangements. time availability before making other arrangements. Baptisms Baptisms Celebrated the second and fourth Sunday Celebrated the second at 1:15 and fourth p.m. Sunday Parents at 1:15 need p.m. to register at the rectory office. Baptismal Parents need preparation to register at class the rectory for first office. time Parents Baptismal and Godparents preparation is offered class for on first the time last Monday Parents of the and month Godparents at 7:00 is offered p.m. in on the the rectory. last Monday Please of note: the month there at are 7:00 no p.m. baptisms in the scheduled rectory. during the season of Lent. Please note: there are no baptisms scheduled during Confessions/Reconciliations the season of Lent. Saturdays 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Confessions/Reconciliations or by appointment. Saturdays 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. or by appointment. Anointing of the Sick Anointing 1st Saturday of of the the Sick month after the 8:30 a.m. mass. 1st Saturday of the month after the 8:30 a.m. mass. Eucharistic Adoration & Benediction Eucharistic Third Adoration Wednesday & of Benediction every month. Third Adoration Wednesday begins of every after month. 8:30 a.m. mass. Adoration begins Benediction after 8:30 at a.m. 5 p.m. mass. Benediction Please at sign 5 p.m. up at the rectory office. Please sign up at the rectory office. Novena Novena Mother of Perpetual Help Novena is offered on Mother Tuesday of Perpetual evenings Help at 6:30 Novena p.m. is in offered the church. on the First Tuesday of the month at 6:30p.m. in the church, followed Recitation by Benediction. of the Rosary Monday through Saturday at 8:00 a.m. Recitation of the Rosary Monday through Saturday at 8:00 a.m.