Author Archives: St. James, Belvidere

Fr. Geary’s Letter, 9-26-2021

Dear Parishioners of St. James:             Praised be Jesus Christ!             Hell is a real possibility for each of us.  Until we come to acknowledge that we could end up there we have not yet begun our conversion.  We are sinners.  We are capable of mortal sin which would condemn us for all eternity toContinue reading “Fr. Geary’s Letter, 9-26-2021”

Carta de P. Geary, 9-26-2021 – Español

Estimados feligreses de la Parroquia de Santiago Apóstol:  ¡Alabado sea Jesucristo!  El infierno es una posibilidad real para cada uno de nosotros.  Hasta que no lleguemos a reconocer que podríamos terminar allí, aún no hemos comenzado nuestra conversión.  Somos pecadores.  Somos capaces de pecado mortal que nos condenaría por toda la eternidad a la pérdida de Dios y a losContinue reading “Carta de P. Geary, 9-26-2021 – Español”

Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 9-17-21

Deacon Stu Dobson’s ReflectionSeptember 17, 202124th Friday in Ordinary time, September 17, 20211 Tm 6:2c-12; Ps 49: 6-10, 17-20; Lk 8:1-3 St. Paul does not mince words today. Either you are with Jesus, or you are against, and Paul uses some strong words to say how you are against. Paul’s three letters to Timothy areContinue reading “Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 9-17-21”

Deacon Steven Johnson’s Reflection 9-16-21

Deacon Steven Johnson’s Reflection – September 16, 2021Reflection for the 24th Week of Ordinary Time, Thursday, 9-16-21, Year BReadings: 1 Tm 4:12-16, Psalm 111, Gospel Lk 7:36-50Theme: Humility for The Sake of Others Many times, we do not recognize the hole we have dug ourselves into. We go along each day working toward a betterContinue reading “Deacon Steven Johnson’s Reflection 9-16-21”

Tootsie Roll Drive

The Knights of Columbus Annual Tootsie Roll Drive for persons with Intellectual Disabilities is taking place this weekend, September 18th & 19th.  Representatives from the Knights of Columbus will be at various locations in Boone County and outside church after all Masses this weekend distributing Tootsie Rolls. All proceeds benefit local organizations.

Fr. Geary’s Letter, 9-19-2021

Dear Parishioners of St. James: Praised be Jesus Christ! Jesus asked a probing question to His disciples in this Sunday’s gospel as they were discussing among themselves who was the greatest:  “What were you arguing about on the way?” (Mk 9:33).  They were reduced to silence because they were arguing about who among them wasContinue reading “Fr. Geary’s Letter, 9-19-2021”

Carta de P. Geary, 9-19-2021 – Español

Estimados feligreses de la Parroquia de Santiago Apóstol:  ¡Alabado sea Jesucristo!  Jesús hizo una pregunta sondea a Sus discípulos en el evangelio de este domingo mientras discutían entre ellos quién era el más grande: “¿De qué estabas discutiendo en el camino?” (Mc 9,33).  Fueron reducidos al silencio porque estaban discutiendo sobre quién de ellos era el más grande.  LosContinue reading “Carta de P. Geary, 9-19-2021 – Español”

Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 9-10-21

Deacon Stu Dobson’s ReflectionSeptember 10, 202123rd Friday in Ordinary Time, Year 11 Tim 1:15-17, Ps 113:1b-2-7, Lk 6:43-49 If I have learned anything in life, it is that I am not perfect. I fail, I am a sinner, and I often need to ask for forgiveness and seek repentance. I really like St Paul’s reading todayContinue reading “Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 9-10-21”

Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily 9-5-21

Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily – September 5, 2021Homily for the 23rd Week of Ordinary Time, Sunday, 9-5-21, Year BReadings: Is 35:4-7a, R Psalm 146, Jas 2:1-5, Gospel Mk 7:31-37Theme: The Healing Hand “Say to those who are frightened: Be strong, fear not! Here is your God, He comes with vindication, with divine recompense He comesContinue reading “Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily 9-5-21”

RCIA

Join Father Geary this Tuesday night as we begin our discovery of the Catholic Faith with the end in mind – holiness. We will consider the gift of grace that not only allows us to participate in the very life of God as we pursue holiness, but which also makes it possible for each of us to become aContinue reading “RCIA”

Carta de P. Geary, 9-12-2021 – Español

Estimados feligreses de la Parroquia de Santiago Apóstol:   ¡Alabado sea Jesucristo!  Jesús es llamado “Cristo” porque Él es el ungido enviado por Dios Padre para sufrir y morir por nuestros pecados.  Fue el plan de Dios de enviar a Su Hijo a morir en la Cruz y resucitar de entre los muertos para ganar nuestra redención.  LaContinue reading “Carta de P. Geary, 9-12-2021 – Español”

Deacon Stu Dobson’s Homily 9-4-21

Deacon Stu Dobson’s HomilySeptember 4th & 5th, 202123rd  Sunday in Ordinary timeIs 35:4-7a; Ps 146:7-10; Jas 2:1-5; Mk 7:31-37 A long time ago, probably 30 years ago, I was talking with a friend of mine. Somehow, we got on the subject of Jesus’ miracles and how important they were during Jesus’ time. In ancient times,Continue reading “Deacon Stu Dobson’s Homily 9-4-21”