Homily for Ordinary Time – 19th Week Thursday, 8-13-20, Year AOptional Memorial St. Pontian, Pope and Hippolytus Priest – Martyred in the 3rd Century in Italy under Emperor Maximinus Readings: 1st – Ez 12:1-12, gospel – Mt 18-21-19:1Theme: Forgiveness When I was a freshman in college, a bunch of us decided we needed to haveContinue reading “19th Week Thursday, 8-13-20, Year A – Optional Memorial St. Pontian, Pope and Hippolytus”
Author Archives: St. James, Belvidere
Deacon Jim Olson’s Reflection- 8-10-20
918 8-10-20 19 WOT John 12:24-20St Lawrence Martyr Saint Lawrence was one of seven Deacons who were in charge of giving help to the poor and the needy. When a persecution broke out, Pope St. Sixtus was condemned to death. As he was led to execution, Lawrence followed him weeping, “Father, where are you goingContinue reading “Deacon Jim Olson’s Reflection- 8-10-20”
Fr. Geary’s Letter, 8-9-2020
Dear Parishioners of St. James: Praised be Jesus Christ! On August 4th the Church celebrated the feast day of St. John Vianney, patron saint of priests. God gave him the extraordinary gifts of reading people’s souls and performing miracles. His holy life underscores the dignity of the priesthood which Our Lord Jesus Christ instituted onContinue reading “Fr. Geary’s Letter, 8-9-2020”
Carta de P. Geary, 8-9-2020 – Español
Estimados feligreses de la Parroquia de Santiago Apóstol: ¡Alabado sea Jesucristo! El 4 de agosto la Iglesia celebró el día de fiesta de San Juan Vianney, el santo patrón de los sacerdotes. Dios le dio a él los dones extraordinarios de leer las almas de las personas y realizar milagros. Su vida santa subrayaContinue reading “Carta de P. Geary, 8-9-2020 – Español”
Reflection for 18th Week, Thursday, 8-06-20, Year A – Feast – The Transfiguration
Readings: 1st – Dn 7:9-10, 13-14, Pt 1:16-19, Gospel – Mt 17:1-9 Theme: Things to Come Today we celebrate the Transfiguration of Jesus on Mt. Tabor. What is the Transfiguration? The Transfiguration is Jesus revealing himself in his glorified body as He will be in his second coming at the end of the age. TheContinue reading “Reflection for 18th Week, Thursday, 8-06-20, Year A – Feast – The Transfiguration”
Deacon Jim Olson’s Reflection-8-3-20
407 408 8-3-20 18th WOT Mt 24:22-36 Jesus’ feeding of the five thousand is the only miracle recorded in all four Gospel accounts (Luke 9:10-17, Mark 6:34-44, John 6:51-58, Matthew 14:13-21). What is the significance of this miracle? The miraculous feeding of such a great multitude recalled the miraculous provision of manna in the wilderness underContinue reading “Deacon Jim Olson’s Reflection-8-3-20”
ADORATION RETURNS!
Adoration will begin again on Thursday, August 6th. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will be at 8:00 a.m. and continue with Adoration throughout the day with Benediction at 6:15 p.m., before the 6:30 Mass. Adoration is open to everyone, so please come and spend precious time with Jesus. For those who can commit to beContinue reading “ADORATION RETURNS!”
Thank You!
Thank you to everyone who has already pledged to the Diocesan Appeal. Your generosity has helped the church work toward our goal of $72,787.00. If you have not yet pledged to the appeal, there is still plenty of time to do so. Please prayerfully consider how you can help us lower our $29,000.00 shortfall. Pledges,Continue reading “Thank You!”
Fr. Geary’s Letter, 8-2-2020
Dear Parishioners of St. James: Praised be Jesus Christ! Jesus was reluctant to perform miracles during His public life because people tended to want more of them and less of Him. Faith in Jesus might heal your body but it definitely brings you eternal life. Jesus came to save the lost rather thanContinue reading “Fr. Geary’s Letter, 8-2-2020”
Carta de P. Geary, 8-2-2020 – Español
Estimados feligreses de la Parroquia de Santiago Apóstol: ¡Alabado sea Jesucristo! Jesús se mostró reluctante a realizar milagros durante Su vida pública porque la gente tendía a querer más de ellos y menos de Él. La fe en Jesús puede sanar tu cuerpo, pero definitivamente te trae la vida eterna. Jesús vino a salvar aContinue reading “Carta de P. Geary, 8-2-2020 – Español”
The St. James School Sale is Winding Down – Last Day for the Sale is Monday, August 10th!
Everything MUST GO so stop by the St. James School Gym, 320 Logan Ave., Belvidere, IL, to pick up a gem to take home. The sale is open from 8:00 a.m. to,4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and by appointment on weekends until it’s over! Books galore and much, much more! Please call the parish officeContinue reading “The St. James School Sale is Winding Down – Last Day for the Sale is Monday, August 10th!”
Reflection for 17th Week, Thursday, 7-30-20 – Year A – Optional Memorial of St. Peter Chrysologus
Deacon Steven M. Johnson – Homily for Ordinary Time – 17th Week, Thursday, 7-30-20 Year A – Optional Memorial of St. Peter Chrysologus Readings: 1st – Jer 18:1-6, Gospel – Mt 13:47-53 Theme: Allow Oneself to be Molded Today we celebrate the memorial of St. Peter Chrysologus St. Peter was born in Imola, Italy inContinue reading “Reflection for 17th Week, Thursday, 7-30-20 – Year A – Optional Memorial of St. Peter Chrysologus”
Deacon Jim Olson’s Reflection-7-27-20
4040 401 7-27-20 17th WOT Mt 13:44-52 To be vibrant, to act as ferment, we need to be united to Christ. We cannot afford to allow our love for the Lord to weaken, since it is the interior strength which drives our apostolate. Without this union, all our works and effort will be without fruit. There haveContinue reading “Deacon Jim Olson’s Reflection-7-27-20”
HUGE ST. JAMES SCHOOL SALE — EVERYTHING MUST GO!
Stop by the St. James School Gym, 320 Logan Ave., Belvidere, IL, to see what we have to offer. The Sale goes thru Monday, August 10th. Stop by Mondays thru Fridays from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or 2:00 – 4:00 p.m., and by appointment on the weekends. There is something for everyone … especiallyContinue reading “HUGE ST. JAMES SCHOOL SALE — EVERYTHING MUST GO!”
Adoration at St. James Church is returning!
Adoration will be every Thursday beginning on Thursday, August 6th, with Exposition at 8:00 a.m. and continue all day until 6:15 p.m. followed by Benediction. Please come and Adore Jesus!
RCIA
Do you want to learn more about the Catholic Faith? Are you a practicing Catholic but would like a “refresher course” on why we believe what we believe? Were you baptized Catholic but did not receive the Sacraments of the Eucharist and Confirmation? If you answered “YES” to any of these questions, please consider joiningContinue reading “RCIA”
Fr. Geary’s Letter, 7-26-2020
Dear Parishioners of St. James: Praised be Jesus Christ! When our Blessed Mother appeared in Fatima, Portugal, the year was 1917. In the same year Communists, inspired by the philosophy of Karl Marx, overthrew the Christian ruler of Russia and imposed their evil system of government that grew into the Soviet Union. Our Lady warnedContinue reading “Fr. Geary’s Letter, 7-26-2020”
Carta de P. Geary, 7-26-2020 – Español
Estimados feligreses de la Parroquia de Santiago Apóstol : ¡Alabado sea Jesucristo! Cuando nuestra Santísima Madre apareció en Fátima, Portugal, era el año 1917. En el mismo año los comunistas, inspirados por la filosofía de Karl Marx, derrocaron al gobierno cristiano de Rusia e impusieron su mal sistema de gobierno que se convirtióContinue reading “Carta de P. Geary, 7-26-2020 – Español”
Reflection for 16th Week Thursday, 7-23-20, Year A – Optional Memorial of St. Bridget
Deacon Steven M. Johnson – St. James, Belvidere, IL Homily for Ordinary Time – 16th Week Thursday, 7-23-20, Year A – Optional Memorial of St. Bridget Readings: 1st – Jer 2:1-3, 7-8, 12-13, Gospel – Mt 13:10-17 Theme: Hearing and Understanding Which saying would motivate you more? “Give no heed to God’s will, live accordingContinue reading “Reflection for 16th Week Thursday, 7-23-20, Year A – Optional Memorial of St. Bridget”
Reflexión para la 16ª semana jueves, 7-23-20, año A – Memorial opcional de Santa Brígida
Diácono Steven M. Johnson – St. James, Belvidere, IL Homilía para el tiempo ordinario – Semana 16 Jueves, 23/7-20, Año A – Memorial opcional de Santa Brígida Lecturas: 1 ° – Jer 2: 1-3, 7-8, 12-13, Evangelio – Mt 13: 10-17 Tema: audición y comprensión ¿Qué dicho te motivaría más? “No prestes atención a laContinue reading “Reflexión para la 16ª semana jueves, 7-23-20, año A – Memorial opcional de Santa Brígida”
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