St. James, Belvidere

Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 11-25-22

34th Friday in Ordinary Time, November 25, 2022Rv 20:1-4, 11-21:2; Ps 84:3-6a, 8a; Lk 21:29-33 As we approach the end of the Church year; and the end of the Book of Revelations, John gives us this beautiful image of what heaven may look like. There, Jesus sits on His white throne ruling over heaven andContinue reading “Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 11-25-22”

Deacon Steven Johnson’s Reflection 11-24-22

For the 34th Week of Ordinary Time, Thursday, 11-24-22, Year CReadings: Rv 18:1-2, 21-23, 19:1-3,9a; Ps 100:1b-2,3,4,5; Gospel Lk 21:20-28Memorial: St Andrew Dung-Lac, Priest, and Companions, MartyrsTheme: Be Prepared, Do Not be Afraid “There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and stars, and on earth nations will be in dismay, perplexed by theContinue reading “Deacon Steven Johnson’s Reflection 11-24-22”

Deacon Steven Johnson’s Reflection 11-17-22

For the 33rd Week of Ordinary Time, Thursday, 11-17-22, Year CReadings: Rv 5:1-10; Ps 149:1b-6a & 9b; Gospel Lk 19:41-44Memorial: St. Elizabeth of Hungary, ReligiousTheme: Worthy Is Christ In the apocryphal writing of Revelations, we read the amazing symbolism that describes figures, themes, and objects in glorious ways. We hear numbers, such as seven (theContinue reading “Deacon Steven Johnson’s Reflection 11-17-22”

Office Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday

In Honor of the Thanksgiving Day Holiday, the parish office will be closed Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 24th, and Friday, November 25th, and will re-open at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, November 28th. Mass Times on Thanksgiving Day are as follows: 7:30 am. in English 9:00 a.m. in Spanish PLEASE NOTE: There will NOT be AdorationContinue reading “Office Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday“

Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 11-18-22

33rd Friday in Ordinary Time, Dedication of the Basilicas of Saints Peter and Paul. November 18, 2022Rv 10:8-11; Ps 119:14, 24, 72, 103, 111, 131; Lk 19:45-48 The two images presented today, the first from the book of Revelations where John literally is told to eat the word of God, and the other where JesusContinue reading “Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 11-18-22”

Fr. Geary’s Bulletin Article-11-20-22

Dear Parishioners of St. James: Praised be Jesus Christ! Jesus is truly the King of the universe, but His kingship is not of this world. His throne was the Cross, His crown was of thorns, His royal Blood was poured out for His subjects, His message to His enemies was forgiveness. The authority of King JesusContinue reading “Fr. Geary’s Bulletin Article-11-20-22”

Carta de P. Geary, 11-20-2022 – Español

¡Alabado sea Jesucristo! Jesús es verdaderamente el Rey del universo, pero Su realeza no es de este mundo. Su trono era la Cruz, Su corona era de espinas, Su Sangre real fue derramada por Sus súbditos, Su mensaje a Sus enemigos fue el perdón. La autoridad del Rey Jesús se ejerció al morir por aquellosContinue reading “Carta de P. Geary, 11-20-2022 – Español”

Fr. Geary’s Bulletin Article-11-13-22

Dear Parishioners of St. James: Praised be Jesus Christ! The name of the Lord should evoke fear, awe, and reverence. God is most holy and “dwells in unapproachable light” (1 Tim. 6:16). But, He has made His name known to men for the sake of their salvation. “Everyone who calls on the name of theContinue reading “Fr. Geary’s Bulletin Article-11-13-22”

UPDATED Praying at the proposed abortion sites

As part of the Diocese of Rockford,mOur parish has been asked to pray at the proposed abortion clinic at: 4236 Maray Drive, Rockford 61107.As originally posted, the time slot for St. James Parish to pray is on the 4th Monday of the month from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Just recently the additional time of 9:00Continue reading “UPDATED Praying at the proposed abortion sites“

Fall Cemetery Clean-Up

IT IS CEMETERY CLEAN-UP TIME! WE NEED YOUR HELP NOW . . .THE SNOW WILL BE HERE SOON! The Summer has once again come and gone and it is now time to prepare the St. James Cemetery for Winter. Cleaning up the graves at the cemetery in the Fall will make it a lot easierContinue reading “Fall Cemetery Clean-Up“

Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily 11-10-22

For the 32nd Week of Ordinary Time, Thursday, 11-10-22, Year CReadings: Phlm 7-20; Ps 146:7-10; Gospel Lk 17:20-25Memorial: St. Leo The Great, Pope, Doctor of the Church, +461Theme: Forgiveness & Reconciliation Working at the jail ministry, I have learned a few things about forgiveness, reconciliation, and deceit. Although I have only been at this forContinue reading “Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily 11-10-22”

Carta de P. Geary, 11-13-2022 – Español

¡Alabado sea Jesucristo! El nombre del Señor debe evocar temor, asombro y reverencia. Dios es santísimo y “habita en luz inaccesible” (1 Timoteo 6:16). Pero, Él ha dado a conocer Su nombre a los hombres por el bien de su salvación. “Todo el que invoque el nombre del Señor será salvo” (Romanos 10:13). El nombreContinue reading “Carta de P. Geary, 11-13-2022 – Español”

Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 11-11-22

32nd Friday in Ordinary Time, Yr 2 Memorial of St. Martin of Tours, November 11, 20222 Jn 4-9; Ps 119:1-2, 10-11, 17-18; Lk 17:26-37 Has anyone ever called you a “watchman?” A watchman is someone who is always on the lookout, always paying attention to their surroundings, and generally will make some noise or notifyContinue reading “Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 11-11-22”

Holy Souls in Purgatory

November 1 – 8, 2022 The faithful will receive a plenary indulgence under the usual conditions when praying in the cemetery for Holy Souls.

Veterans Day

In Honor of Veterans Day, The Parish Office will be Closed on Friday, November 11th, and re-open at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, November 13th. Thank You to all Veterans, Past and Present, for Serving our Country!

Praying at the proposed abortion sites

As part of the Diocese of Rockford,Our parish has been asked to pray at theproposed abortion clinic at:4236 Maray Drive, Rockford 61107. As originally posted, the time slot for St. James Parish to pray is on the 4th Monday of the month from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Just recently the additional time of 9:00 toContinue reading “Praying at the proposed abortion sites“

First Saturday Devotions

Holy Mass and Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament Tomorrow Morning November 5, 2022 This Saturday, St. James will offer Mass at 7:30 a.m. followed by Adoration and Confessions. Benediction will close the Holy Hour at 9:00 a.m. All Are Welcome – Bring a Friend!

Fr. Geary’s Bulletin Article-11-6-22

Dear Parishioners of St. James: Praised be Jesus Christ! We proclaim in the Nicene Creed every Sunday that, “We look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come.” Life in this world is not all there is. Life on earth is only a miniscule fraction of everlasting life. This lifeContinue reading “Fr. Geary’s Bulletin Article-11-6-22”

Carta de P. Geary, 11-6-2022 – Español

¡Alabado sea Jesucristo! Proclamamos en el Credo de Nicea todos los domingos que, “Esperamos la resurrección de los muertos y la vida del mundo futuro”. La vida en este mundo no es todo lo que hay. La vida en la tierra es sólo una fracción minúscula de la vida eterna. Esta vida pasa rápidamente yContinue reading “Carta de P. Geary, 11-6-2022 – Español”

Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 11-4-22

31st Friday in Ordinary Time, November 4, 2022Phil 3:17-4:1, Ps 122:1-5, Lk 16:1-8 St. Paul proposes an interesting proposition today: “Join with others to be imitators of me.” On the surface, this seems pretty arrogant, but in the context of the Philippians, who are being swayed by every huckster in the area, Paul is sincereContinue reading “Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 11-4-22”