Holy Mass and Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament is March 6th. 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!
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RCIA
This world’s goods should be ordered to God and to fraternal charity. This is the heart of the 7th and 10th Commandments. Father Geary will be teaching and leading us in Connolly Hall on this topic this Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Social Distancing Practiced. Masks Required. Questions about preparing for any of the sacraments ofContinue reading “RCIA”
Stations of the Cross
Stations of the Cross will be held in the Church on Fridays during Lent at 5:30 p.m. in English and 7:00 p.m. in Spanish. All Are Welcome! Mark your calendars for the following dates to join us while we walk with Jesus on the road to Calvary: March 5, 2021March 12, 2021March 19, 2021March 26, 2021SignContinue reading “Stations of the Cross”
LENTEN REGULATIONS
Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days for fast and abstinence. Fridays of Lent are also days of abstinence. FASTING is to be observed by all, 18 years of age 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,Continue reading “LENTEN REGULATIONS”
Fr. Geary’s Letter, 3-7-2021
Dear Parishioners of St. James: Praised be Jesus Christ! The joys and sorrows of St. Joseph form the subject of this week’s article relying greatly on the book Consecration to St. Joseph (Donald J. Calloway, MIC, 2020). Just as Our Lady had many joys and sorrows, St. Joseph participated most closely in the lives ofContinue reading “Fr. Geary’s Letter, 3-7-2021”
Carta de P. Geary, 3-7-2021 – Español
Estimados feligreses de la Parroquia de Santiago Apóstol: ¡Alabado sea Jesucristo! Las alegrías y penas de San José forman el tema del artículo de esta semana basándose en gran medida en el libro Consecration to St. Joseph (Donald J. Calloway, MIC, 2020). Así como la Virgen tuvo muchas alegrías y penas, San José participó más estrechamenteContinue reading “Carta de P. Geary, 3-7-2021 – Español”
Deacon Jim Olson’s Homily – 3-1-21
Deacon Jim Olson’s HomilyMarch 1, 2021230 3-1-21 2nd WOL Luke 6:36-38 Overcome evil with mercy and goodness How can we possibly love those who cause us grief, harm, or ill-will? With God all things are possible. He gives power and grace to those who trust in His love and who seek His wisdom and help.Continue reading “Deacon Jim Olson’s Homily – 3-1-21”
DIVINE MERCY PRINT
If you would like a free 10” x 18” canvas Divine Mercy Vilnius print, please call the parish office at 815-547-6397, and we will take your name and telephone number and notify you when the prints are available. Thank You!
Fish Fry Dinners
The Knights of Columbus is sponsoring Carry Out, Drive-Up Only, Fish Fry Dinners onFridays During Lent! OPEN TO THE PUBLIC ! ! !Fridays, February 19th thru March 26th4:00 – 7:00 p.m. ST. JAMES CENTER320 LOGAN AVE.BELVIDERE, IL All Dinners Include: Hand-Battered Fried Fishserved with Potato Wedges, Coleslaw,Dinner Roll & Butter For call-in orders, please call 815-544-6311 AfterContinue reading “Fish Fry Dinners”
Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily 2-25-21
Deacon Steven M. Johnson – St. James Church, Belvidere, ILHomily for 1st Week of Lent, Thursday, 2-25-21, Year BReadings: 1st Est C:12, 14-16, 23-25; Gospel Mt 7:7-23Theme: God’s Love for Us Lent is not only a time for repentance from our sins, but also a time for asking God for what troubles us. Yes, weContinue reading “Deacon Steven Johnson’s Homily 2-25-21”
Fr. Geary’s Letter, 2-28-2021
Dear Parishioners of St. James: Praised be Jesus Christ! We continue our reflections on St. Joseph borrowing from the excellent book, Consecration to St. Joseph (Marian Fathers of the Immaculate, 2020). The fact that he was called a “just man” in the Scriptures signifies his excellent character before God and men (Mt. 1:19). St. JosephContinue reading “Fr. Geary’s Letter, 2-28-2021”
Carta de P. Geary, 2-28-2021 – Español
Estimados feligreses de la Parroquia de Santiago Apóstol: ¡Alabado sea Jesucristo! Continuamos nuestras reflexiones sobre San José tomando ideas del excelente libro, Consecration to St. Joseph (Padres Marianos de la Inmaculada, 2020). El hecho de que se le han llamado “hombre justo” en las Escrituras significa su excelente carácter ante Dios y losContinue reading “Carta de P. Geary, 2-28-2021 – Español”
RCIA
When honored, the unitive and procreative purposes of Holy Matrimony between a man and a woman, are the most sincere expressions of obedience to the 6th and 9th commandments possible. To abandon them is to set oneself up for grave transgression. Father Geary will be teaching and leading us in Connolly Hall on this topicContinue reading “RCIA”
Stations of the Cross
Stations of the Cross will be held in the Church on Fridays during Lent at 5:30 p.m. in English and 7:00 p.m. in Spanish. All Are Welcome! Mark your calendars for the following dates to join us while we walk with Jesus on the road to Calvary: February 26, 2021March 5, 2021March 12, 2021March 19, 2021MarchContinue reading “Stations of the Cross”
LENTEN REGULATIONS
Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days for fast and abstinence. Fridays of Lent are also days of abstinence. FASTING is to be observed by all, 18 years of age and older, who have not yet celebrated their 59th birthday. On a fast day, one full meal is allowed. Two other meals, sufficient to maintainContinue reading “LENTEN REGULATIONS”
Deacon Jim Olson’s Homily – 2-22-21
Deacon Jim Olson’s HomilyFebruary 22, 2021535 2-22-21 1st WOL Matthew 16:13-19 This is a book report. The book is “Faith of our Founding Father.”By Janice Connell Today is the birthday of the father of our nation George Washington. When the news media mentions George Washington, they will invariably mention that he was a Mason. Masons believeContinue reading “Deacon Jim Olson’s Homily – 2-22-21”
Knights of Columbus Fish Fry
The Knights of Columbus is sponsoring Carry Out, Drive-Up Only, Fish Fry Dinners onFridays During Lent! OPEN TO THE PUBLIC ! ! !Fridays, February 19th thru March 26th4:00 – 7:00 p.m. ST. JAMES CENTER320 LOGAN AVE.BELVIDERE, IL All Dinners Include: Hand-Battered Fried Fishserved with Potato Wedges, Coleslaw,Dinner Roll & Butter For call-in orders, please callContinue reading “Knights of Columbus Fish Fry”
RCIA
Christ discussed the Fifth Commandment in the Sermon on the Mount, perfecting and fulfilling it by His Commandments of Love. The love and forgiveness that Christ demands of us reveals to us the heart of the matter: anger, hatred and vengeance. Fr. Geary will be teaching and leading us on this topic in Connolly HallContinue reading “RCIA”
Stations of the Cross
Stations of the Cross will be held in the Church on Fridaysduring Lent at 5:30 p.m. in English and 7:00 p.m. in Spanish.All Are Welcome!Mark your calendars for the following dates to join us whilewe walk with Jesus on the road to Calvary: February 19, 2021February 26, 2021March 5, 2021March 12, 2021March 19, 2021March 26,Continue reading “Stations of the Cross”
LENTEN REGULATIONS
Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days for fast and abstinence. Fridays of Lent are also days of abstinence. FASTING is to be observed by all, 18 years of age and older, who have not yet celebrated their 59th birthday. On a fast day, one full meal is allowed. Two other meals, sufficient to maintainContinue reading “LENTEN REGULATIONS”
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