Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily – September 2, 2021Homily for the 22nd Week of Ordinary Time, Thursday, 9-2-21, Year BReadings: Col 1:9-14, Gospel Lk 5:1-11Theme: The Call Nine years ago, I was working for a lumberyard in Wisconsin as a General Manager of a small truss plant building trusses for the residential home industry. I hadContinue reading “Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily 9-2-21”
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Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 8-27-21
Deacon Stu Dobson’s ReflectionAugust 27, 2021Friday August 27, 2021, 21st week in Ordinary TimeFeast of St Monica1 Thes 4:1-8, Ps 97:1-2b,5-6,10-12, Mt 25:1-13 Today we celebrate the feast of St Monica, the mother of St Augustine. It’s too bad we do not have Mass here at St James tomorrow morning as it would be aContinue reading “Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 8-27-21”
Fr. Geary’s Letter, 8-29-2021
Dear Parishioners of St. James: Praised be Jesus Christ! In this information age we are constantly bombarded by various media outlets who seek our attention (and advertising money). What is true? What is false? With what should I fill my mind? What information is necessary to know? What helps me? What harms me? How doContinue reading “Fr. Geary’s Letter, 8-29-2021”
Carta de P. Geary, 8-29-2021 – Español
Estimados feligreses de Santiago: ¡Alabado sea Jesucristo! En esta era de la información somos constantemente bombardeados por diversos medios de comunicación que buscan nuestra atención (y dinero publicitario). ¿Qué es cierto? ¿Qué es falso? ¿Con qué debo llenar mi mente? ¿Qué información es necesario conocer? ¿Qué me ayuda? ¿Qué me perjudica? ¿Cómo le doy sentido a todo esto? Como buscadores de laContinue reading “Carta de P. Geary, 8-29-2021 – Español”
Knights of Columbus Golf Outing Thank You
A MESSAGE FROM THEKNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS . . . To the golfers ~ All who attended the golf outing dinner ~ The hole sponsors ~And those who donated items for the basket raffle ~ THANK YOU VERY MUCH ! ! ! It was a great day and a very successful Golf Outing . . .Hope to seeContinue reading “Knights of Columbus Golf Outing Thank You”
Knights of Columbus 5th Sunday Rosary
PLEASE JOIN THEKNIGHTS OF COLUMBUSFIFTH SUNDAYROSARYAT1:30 PMON SUNDAY, AUGUST 29THHOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
2021 Missionary Co-Op
This weekend, August 28th and 29th, St. James will welcome a Missionary Priestwho will be celebrating and speaking at all Masses about his Mission.A second collection will be taken directly after the first collectionat all Masses during this weekend to benefit his mission.Thank you in advance for your generosity.
Religious Education Help Needed!
DO YOU WANT TO LEARN AND GROW IN YOUR FAITH?THEN TEACH! Anyone who has ever helped with Religious Education will tell you that one of the best ways to learn is to teach. While it is important that you have a basic knowledge and grasp of the teachings of the Church before you begin, youContinue reading “Religious Education Help Needed!”
Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily 8-26-21
Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily – August 26, 2021Homily for the 21st Week of Ordinary Time, Thursday, 8-26-21, Year BReadings: 1 Thes 3:7-13, Gospel Mt 24:42-51Theme: Be Prepared The Boy Scout motto is “Be Prepared.” Scouting is all about preparing ourselves for unknown circumstances that cause us to rely on survival and team skills. Whether itContinue reading “Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily 8-26-21”
Carta de P. Geary, 8-22-2021 – Español
Estimados feligreses de Santiago: ¡Alabado sea Jesucristo! La Fe Católica es necesaria para la salvación. ¿Has recibido bautismo, confirmación y santa comunión? ¿Conoces a otros católicos que no han recibido estos Sacramentos? ¿Conoces a no católicos a quienes amas y deseen abrazar la plenitud de la vida cristiana? ¿Te gustaría fortalecer su fe católica a través del estudio, laContinue reading “Carta de P. Geary, 8-22-2021 – Español”
Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily 8-19-21
Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily – August 19, 2021Reflection for the 20th Week of Ordinary Time, Thursday, 8-19-21, Year Readings: 1st Jgs 11:29-39a, Gospel Mt 22:1-14Optional Memorial – St John Eudes – PriestTheme: Faithful Commitment A true test of character for any of us is whether we hold true to our promises to do what weContinue reading “Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily 8-19-21”
Teachers Needed!
DO YOU WANT TO LEARN AND GROW IN YOUR FAITH?THEN TEACH! Anyone who has ever helped with Religious Education will tell you that one of the best ways to learn is to teach. While it is important that you have a basic knowledge and grasp of the teachings of the Church before you begin, youContinue reading “Teachers Needed!”
2021 Missionary Co-Op
Next Weekend, August 28th and 29th, St. James will have a Missionary Priestcelebrating and speaking at all Masses about his Mission.A second collection will be taken directly after the first collectionat all Masses during this weekend to benefit his mission.Thank you in advance for your generosity.
2021 Diocesan Appeal Update (Stewardship)
St. James 2021 Goal is $75,862.00Totals for 2021 Appeal as of August 18, 2021: Total Families…………………………………………1,495Number of Families pledged………………………124 Total Pledged………………………………. ..$51,241.21Total Paid by Parishioners………………….$37,541.21Pledge Balance……………………………….$13,700.00Number of Pledges Fully Paid……………………….98Number of Pledges Outstanding…………………….26Average Pledge Amount………………………..$413.24Shortfall Anticipated………………………..$24,620.79 Actual Shortfall Due to be paid to the Diocese of Rockford if no other pledges or payments are received…..$38,320.79IfContinue reading “2021 Diocesan Appeal Update (Stewardship)”
Fr. Geary’s Letter, 8-22-2021
Dear Parishioners of St. James: Praised be Jesus Christ! The Catholic Faith is necessary for salvation. Have you received Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Communion? Do you know other Catholics who have not received these Sacraments? Do you know non-Catholics whom you love and desire to embrace the fullness of the Christian life? Would you likeContinue reading “Fr. Geary’s Letter, 8-22-2021”
Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 8-20-21
Deacon Stu Dobson’s ReflectionAugust 20, 2021Friday, August 20, 2021, 20th week in Ordinary timeRu 1: 1, 3-6, 14b-16, 22; Ps 146:5-10; Mt 22:34-40 Several years ago, at a friend’s 50th wedding anniversary, an elderly priest (and mutual friend), rededicated the couple’s marriage. It is not often you find couples married for 50 years anymore, butContinue reading “Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 8-20-21”
Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 8-13-21
19th week in ordinary time, Friday, August 13 Jos 24:14-29, Ps 136:1-3,16-18, 21-22, 24, Mt 19:3-12 There are many things in this world we struggle to understand. And at the same time, there are things that just are, they are perfect in themselves. I know this sounds confusing but there is one thing that isContinue reading “Deacon Stu Dobson’s Reflection 8-13-21”
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
Are you considering becoming Catholic?Are you a Catholic interested in being Confirmed?Are you a Confirmed Catholic who is ready to explore your faith anew? Each year men and women embark on an exploration of the Catholic faith. Some are deciding if they are called to the Catholic Church; others have been Catholic all their livesContinue reading “Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)”
Teachers Needed!
DO YOU WANT TO LEARN AND GROW IN YOUR FAITH?THEN TEACH! Anyone who has ever helped with Religious Education will tell you that one of the best ways to learn is to teach. While it is important that you have a basic knowledge and grasp of the teachings of the Church before you begin, youContinue reading “Teachers Needed!”
Fr. Geary’s Letter, 8-15-2021
Dear Parishioners of St. James: Praised be Jesus Christ! The Blessed Virgin Mary, at the end of her earthly pilgrimage, was taken up to Heaven in body and soul. She did not suffer corruption because she is the sinless Mother of God. She is gloriously reigning as the Queen of Heaven next to her divine Son,Continue reading “Fr. Geary’s Letter, 8-15-2021”
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