Christ’s teaching about the Eucharist was not reserved solely for the Last Supper. Rather, this profound mystery is the crescendo of Jesus’ entire ministry: All His work in Galilee prepared for and pointed to the Eucharist. Join Fr. Geary for a Lenten study featuring Dr. Tim Gray in “Bread of Life: The Eucharist in Galilee.”Continue reading “Bread of Life Study”
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Lenten Regulations
Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days for fast and abstinence. FASTING is to be observed by all, 18 years of and older, who have not yet celebrated their 59th birthday. On a fast day, one full meal is allowed. Two other meals sufficient to maintain strength may be taken, according to each one’s needs,Continue reading “Lenten Regulations”
Rosary of the Seven Sorrows is Back for Lent!
Rosary of the Seven Sorrows is Back for Lent! The Legion of Mary Praesidium named, Mary, Virgin Mother of God (English Monday Morning Group) will once again be sponsoring the Rosary of the Seven Sorrows of Mary in two ways. We will be leading this rosary immediately following the Lenten Stations of the Cross on FridayContinue reading “Rosary of the Seven Sorrows is Back for Lent!”
Stations of the Cross
There will be Stations of the Cross at St. James Church on Fridays during Lent (not on Good Friday) at the following times: 5:30 p.m. in English and 7:00 p.m. in Spanish Please join us as we travel with Jesus on the road to Calvary.
Carta de P. Geary, 2-18-2024 – Español
¡Alabado sea Jesucristo! El Primer Domingo de Cuaresma nos presenta a Jesús siendo tentado por Satanás en el desierto. Jesús permite que el maligno lo tiente para manifestar la oposición de Él y Satanás, así como para triunfar sobre el mal a través de la obediencia perfecta a Dios Padre (Catecismo de la Iglesia Católica (CIC), 538). Esencialmente, Jesús salió al desierto para pelear con Satanás y mostrarnos cómo salir victoriosos en nuestras batallas con el maligno. Dios permite que el diablo nos tiente para demostrar nuestro amor. El amor debe ser dado libremente. Dios no nos obliga a amarlo a Él ni a amarnos los unos a los otros. Nuestro libre albedrío nos hace semejantes a Dios, pero debe ser usado libre de corrupción y maldad para que pueda encontrar su verdadero cumplimiento. A menudo, cedemos a las tentaciones de Satanás al preferir un bien falso a uno verdadero. El diablo quiere que usemos nuestra libertad para quebrantar los mandamientos de Dios y vivir una vida de esclavitud. La gracia de Dios nos permite resistir las mentiras de Satanás y vivir en verdadera libertad. Las tentaciones no son pecados, ¡son invitaciones a la santidad! Cada vez que Satanás nos tienta,Continue reading “Carta de P. Geary, 2-18-2024 – Español”
Fr. Schuessler’s reflexión para el 2-16-24
Me gustaría seguir reflexionando sobre el Padre Nuestro. Oramos: “Venga tu reino” Los expertos nos dicen que las palabras griegas y latinas originales que se traducen como “reino” también podrían traducirse como “reinado”. Un “reino” es un lugar estático. Por ejemplo, el Reino de Gran Bretaña. “Reinado” es una palabra activa. Eg. El reinado del rey Carlos III. Algunas reflexiones para el Catecismo de la Iglesia Católica… 2818 En el Padre Nuestro, «venga tu reino» se refiere ante todo a la venida final del reino de Dios por el regreso de Cristo. Pero, lejos de distraer a la Iglesia de su misión en este mundo, este deseo la compromete a ella con mayor fuerza. Desde Pentecostés, la venida de ese Reino es la obra del Espíritu del Señor que “completa su obra en la tierra y nos trae la plenitud de la gracia”. 2819 “El reino de Dios es justicia, paz y gozo en el Espíritu Santo”. 90 El tiempo delContinue reading “Fr. Schuessler’s reflexión para el 2-16-24”
Office Closed for President’s Day
IN RECOGNITION OF PRESIDENT’S DAY, THE PARISH OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19th. SEE YOU ON THE 20TH!
Put a Referendum on the Ballot for Parental Rights
PUT A REFERENDUM ON THE BALLOT FOR PARENTAL RIGHTS!As the State of Illinois continues to encroach upon parents’ right to be involved in their children’s lives—particularly within the context of major life-altering decisions such as abortions or gender-modifying therapies and treatments. A ballot initiative has been introduced that poses a straightforward question: Should parental consentContinue reading “Put a Referendum on the Ballot for Parental Rights”
Bread of Life Study
Christ’s teaching about the Eucharist was not reserved solely for the Last Supper. Rather, this profound mystery is the crescendo of Jesus’ entire ministry: All His work in Galilee prepared for and pointed to the Eucharist. Join Fr. Geary for a Lenten study featuring Dr. Tim Gray in “Bread of Life: The Eucharist in Galilee.”Continue reading “Bread of Life Study”
Fr. Geary’s Letter for 2-18-24
Dear Parishioners of St. James: Praised be Jesus Christ! The First Sunday of Lent presents us with Jesus being tempted by Satan in the desert. Jesus allows the evil one to tempt Him in order to manifest the opposition of Himself and Satan, as well as to triumph over evil through perfect obedience to GodContinue reading “Fr. Geary’s Letter for 2-18-24”
Rosary of the Seven Sorrows is Back for Lent!
The Legion of Mary Praesidium named, “Mary, Virgin Mother of God” (English Monday Morning Group) will once again be sponsoring the “Rosary of the Seven Sorrows of Mary” in two ways. We will be leading this rosary immediately following the Lenten “Stations of the Cross” on Friday nights. We will also have the rosaries (handmadeContinue reading “Rosary of the Seven Sorrows is Back for Lent!”
Lenten Fish Frys
It’s That Time of Year Again . . . The St. James Lenten Fish Frys are BACK ! St. James Center Gym FRIDAYS 2-16-24, 3-1-24, and 3-15-24 4:00—7:00 p.m ~ COST = FREE-WILL DONATIONS ~ Fried Pollock, Potato Wedges, Coleslaw, Broccoli Cheddar Soup or Salad, Roll & Butter, Water, & Coffee Dessert Provided by CCWContinue reading “Lenten Fish Frys”
Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days for fast and abstinence.
FASTING is to be observed by all, 18 years of and older, who have not yet celebrated their 59th birthday. On a fast day, one full meal is allowed. Two other meals sufficient to maintain strength may be taken, according to each one’s needs, but together they should not equal another full meal. Eating betweenContinue reading “Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days for fast and abstinence.”
Stations of the Cross
There will be Stations of the Cross at St. James Church on Fridays during Lent (not on Good Friday) at the following times: 5:30 p.m. in English and 7:00 p.m. in Spanish Please join us as we travel with Jesus on the road to Calvary.
Deacon Stu Dobson’s Homily 2-16-24
Friday after Ash Wednesday, February 16, 2024 Is 58:1-9a; Ps 51:3-6b, 18-19; Mt 9:14-15 So here we are, on the first Friday of Lent. We just had a day of fasting and abstinence on Ash Wednesday, and now we have Jesus saying we do not have to fast and abstain on this first Friday of Lent?Continue reading “Deacon Stu Dobson’s Homily 2-16-24”
Fr. Schuessler’s Reflection 2-16-24
I would like to continue to reflect on the Lord’s Prayer. We pray: “Thy kingdom come” Scholars tell us that the original Greek and Latin words that are translated “kingdom” could also be translated “reign.” A “kingdom” is a static place. Eg, The Kingdom of Great Britain. “Reign” is an active word. Eg. The reignContinue reading “Fr. Schuessler’s Reflection 2-16-24”
Bread of Life Study
Christ’s teaching about the Eucharist was not reserved solely for the Last Supper. Rather, this profound mystery is the crescendo of Jesus’ entire ministry: All His work in Galilee prepared for and pointed to the Eucharist. Join Fr. Geary for a Lenten study featuring Dr. Tim Gray in “Bread of Life: The Eucharist in Galilee.”ThisContinue reading “Bread of Life Study”
Rosary of the Seven Sorrows is Back for Lent!
The Legion of Mary Praesidium named, “Mary, Virgin Mother of God” (English Monday Morning Group) will once again be sponsoring the “Rosary of the Seven Sorrows of Mary” in two ways. We will be leading this rosary immediately following the Lenten “Stations of the Cross” on Friday nights. We will also have the rosaries (handmadeContinue reading “Rosary of the Seven Sorrows is Back for Lent!”
Lenten Fish Frys
It’s That Time of Year Again . . . The St. James Lenten Fish Frys are BACK ! St. James Center Gym FRIDAYS 2-16-24, 3-1-24, and 3-15-24 4:00—7:00 p.m ~ COST = FREE-WILL DONATIONS ~ Fried Pollock, Potato Wedges, Coleslaw, Broccoli Cheddar Soup or Salad, Roll & Butter, Water, & Coffee Dessert Provided by CCWContinue reading “Lenten Fish Frys”
Lenten Regulations
Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days for fast and abstinence. FASTING is to be observed by all, 18 years of and older, who have not yet celebrated their 59th birthday. On a fast day, one full meal is allowed. Two other meals sufficient to maintain strength may be taken, according to each one’s needs,Continue reading “Lenten Regulations”
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