The Fourth Sunday Of Lent

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This weekend marks the halfway point of the Lenten season. At this time, two seemingly contradictory themes present themselves: Laetare Sunday, and the covering of the statutes and crucifix in the church.

First, Laetare Sunday. This Sunday is a sign of hope in the darkness and reverence of lent. ... Read More »

The Third Sunday Of Lent

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Wow! Here we are, the third week of lent. How’s it going for you? Have you been able to keep up with your asceticism? You might have fallen once or twice already. All I ask is, don’t give up. Keep striving. Get back on the horse of faith, and ... Read More »

The Second Sunday of Lent

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The second Sunday of Lent always deals with the wonder and awe of the Transfiguration of the Lord. We encounter people who have visions, dreams, and experiences, which are not very explainable. Some people get impulses from the Holy Spirit that lead them to action. Others are inspired through ... Read More »

The First Sunday of Lent

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The first Sunday of lent always presents the temptation of Jesus as the theme. Why? Because temptation to sin is a foundational, moral, and spiritual reality for each and every single person upon the Earth. Our Catholic teaching makes it clear that we are created by God, basically good, ... Read More »

Lent is here

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Lent is here

This Wednesday begins the Lenten season for 2023. Ash Wednesday starts off with two masses on the day: 8 AM and 7 PM. Starting with Ash Wednesday, the church provides 40 days to give up some thing, sacrifice for someone, increase charity, and fast and pray, ... Read More »

Mortal Reflections

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On February 11, I turned 63 years old. Tempest Fugit, indeed. Now to some of you, I’m an old man, and to others, I’m the age of your own kids. Can’t avoid such facts. However, I was meditating on my mortality – a good thing to reflect upon once ... Read More »

Blessing of Throats

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This weekend we celebrate Saint Blaise, and get the divine assistance that comes from the blessing of throats. This annual blessing occurs at just the proper time: when colds, influenza, sore throats, and sickness increase with the winter season.

Saint Blaise lived in the 4th century A.D.. He became ... Read More »

Diocesan Appeal

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It’s that time of year, where we renew our obligation to the bishop and the needs of the Diocese of Rockford. Our goal this year is $30,000. If everyone contributes we can meet this goal. Additionally, any monies raised over the target amount come back to our Parish. This ... Read More »

May Crowning

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Next Sunday marks the first Sunday of May which is traditionally referred to as the month of Mary, our Blessed Mother. In lieu of the Saint Joseph Litany, we will honor our Blessed Lady with a May crowning at each weekend Mass. The blessing of the statue of our ... Read More »

Devotional Life

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Coming up in the bulletin, starting the first weekend of May, you will find all the Mass, Confession, and Devotional times provided so that you may attend and deepen your prayer life and relationship with the Saints and Christ!

The devotions of the church provide one the opportunity to ... Read More »