Author Archives: St. James, Belvidere

Fr. Geary’s Letter, 12-12-2021

Dear Parishioners of St. James: Praised be Jesus Christ! “What should we do?”  This question was directed to St. John the Baptist by three different groups of people in today’s Gospel.  What a humble question!  They were open to the Holy Spirit by asking such a question to St. John.  The people who listened toContinue reading “Fr. Geary’s Letter, 12-12-2021”

Deacon Jim Olson’s Reflection-12-5-21

Deacon Jim Olson’s ReflectionDecember 5, 2021 – Second Week in Advent005 12-5-21 2ND SOA Luke 3:1-6   John was filled and led by the Spirit. John’s prophetic calling and mission preceded his conception and birth. The angel had announced to Zechariah that his barren wife will conceive a son, and “you shall call his name John,”Continue reading “Deacon Jim Olson’s Reflection-12-5-21”

Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 12-10-21

Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection Friday the 2nd week of Advent, December 10, 2021Is 48:17-19, Ps 1: 1-4, 6, Mt 11:16-19 Have you ever thought about a teacher you had growing up? I mean, the one that really made an impression on you. What was he or she like? Were they gentle? Kind? Challenging and prodding youContinue reading “Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 12-10-21”

Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily 12-9-21

Deacon Steven Johnson’s Reflection – December 9, 2021Homily for 2nd Week of Advent, Thursday, 12-9-21, Year C; Optional Memorial – Saint Juan Diego CuauhtlatoatzinReadings: Is 41:13-20, Ps 145, 1, 9-13ab, Gospel Mt 11:1-15Theme: Least In Heaven The least of those who are in heaven are greater than the most holy here on Earth. St. John theContinue reading “Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily 12-9-21”

Knights of Columbus Save the Date

SAVE THE DATE ! ! !St. James Parish ChristmasEpiphany PartySaturday, January 8th, 2022 More Information Will BeComing Soon! Sponsored by St. JamesKnights of Columbus                                                                          

Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily – 12-2-21

Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily – December 2, 2021Homily for 1st Week of Advent, Thursday, 12-2-21, Year CReadings: Is 26:1-6, Ps 25, Ps 118:1&8-9, 19-21, 25-27a, Gospel Mt 7:21, 24-27Theme: Only the Just We all can struggle with people who have double standards. They say one thing and then do another. They tell you that theyContinue reading “Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily – 12-2-21”

RCIA

These two sacraments of initiation are great evidence to us of the Holy Spirit’s work in the Church. Their effects cannot be undone, so if you are not living in the grace, power and belonging that accompany these sacraments, know that this can and should change. If we do not understand the gifts that weContinue reading “RCIA”

First Saturday Devotion

Holy Mass and Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament Tomorrow Morning, December 4th. 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!

NOVENA A NUESTRA SEÑORA DE GUADALUPE 2021

Parroquia de St. James Belvidere VIERNES 03 DIC5:30 – 6:15 p.m. Confesiones6:00 p.m. Rosario6:30 p.m. Misa SABADO 04 DIC8:00 – 9:00 am. y 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Confesiones6:00 p.m. – Rosario6:30 p.m. – Misa DOMINGO 05 DIC12:00 mediodía Misa6:00 p.m. Rosario y Cine foro LUNES – MARTES 06-07 DIC5:30 – 6:15 p.m. – Confesiones6:00 p.m.Continue reading “NOVENA A NUESTRA SEÑORA DE GUADALUPE 2021”

Carta de P. Geary, 12-5-2021 – Español 

Estimados feligreses de Santiago:    ¡Alabado sea Jesucristo!  Una y otra vez en la historia de la salvación, Israel (y la Iglesia en la Nueva Alianza) han desobedecido a Dios al no seguir Sus mandamientos.  El Señor, respetando el libre albedrío de Su pueblo elegido, le ha permitido sufrir las consecuencias de sus pecados contra Él, mientrasContinue reading “Carta de P. Geary, 12-5-2021 – Español “

Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 12-3-21

Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection – December 3, 20211st Friday of Advent, Memorial of Saint Francis Xavier, December 3, 2021Is 29:17-24, Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14, Mt 9:27-31  As the days shorten, we all crave light. Whether it be from a lamp or the sun, it is something that is in short supply these days. The light,Continue reading “Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 12-3-21”

Deacon Jim Olson’s Homily-11-28-21

Deacon Jim Olson’s HomilyNovember 28, 2021003 11-28-21 First SOA Luke 21:25-28, 34-36  Meditation: How good are you at reading signs, especially signs which God sends our way? The people of Jesus’ time expected that the coming of the Messiah would be accompanied by extraordinary signs and wonders. Jesus’ first coming was clouded in mystery and surprising wonderment:Continue reading “Deacon Jim Olson’s Homily-11-28-21”