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Current - Nov 16-Dec 2 Upcoming Events
Mass Schedules and Liturgical Ministers Schedule
This Week at St. Francis of Assisi Parish |
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At the St Francis Center |
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| Sun, Nov 16 | Gr 4 Mass & Coffee And..., 9AM & Noon, CH, GR | | |
| Youth Group, 5-8:00 PM, PH | | ||
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| Mon, Nov 17 | Prayer Group, 7:30 PM, MP | Spec. RE Group A, 5:15 PM | |
| Liturgy Comm, 7:30 PM. GR | Spec. RE Group B Adults, 5:30 PM | ||
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| Tues, Nov 18 |
Children's Choir, 4:30 PM, RR |
Religious Ed (Class Code begins BT) | |
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Youth Choir, 5:30 PM, RR |
Gr. K-4 4:30-6 PM | ||
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RCIA, 7:30 PM, GR |
Gr. 5-8 7-8:30 PM | ||
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Moms, 7:00 PM, SFR |
Catholic Action (Gr 7 7-8:30pm) | ||
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RE Board, 7:30 PM | ||
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| Wed, Nov 19 | | Religious Ed (Class Code begins BW) | |
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Gr. K-4 4:30-6 PM | ||
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| Thurs, Nov 20 | Choir, 7:00 PM, RR | Seniors, 1-3 PM | |
| St Vincent dePaul, 7:00 PM, MP | | ||
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| Fri, Nov 21 | AA Meeting, 8:00 PM, SFR | RE OFFICES CLOSED ON FRIDAYS | |
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| Sat, Nov 22 | Food Drive, 5:15 PM, CH | | |
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| Sun, Nov 23 | Food Drive at all Masses | | |
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Children's Liturgy of the Word, 9 & 10:30 Mass, PH |
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| Mon, Nov 24 | Finance Council, 7:00 PM, GR | Gr. 8 Confirmation Retreat | |
| Prayer Group, 7:30 PM, MP | 9am-2pm, as assigned | ||
| Social Comm, 7:00 PM, SFR | Spec. RE Group B. 5:15 PM | ||
| | Spec RE Group A Adults, 5:30 PM | ||
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| Tues, Nov 25 |
Children's Choir, 4:30 PM, RR |
Gr. 8 Confirmation Retreat | |
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Youth Choir, 5:30 PM, RR |
9am-2pm, as assigned | ||
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| Wed, Nov 26 | Choir, 7:00 PM, RR | Religious Ed (Class Code begins AW) | |
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Gr. K-4 4:30-6 PM | ||
| | Gr. 4-8 7-8:30 PM | ||
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| Thurs, Nov 27 | Happy Thanksgiving! | ` | |
| Food Drive | Gr. K-4 4:30-6 PM | ||
| Mass at 10:00 AM | Gr. 5-8 7-8:30 PM | ||
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| Fri, Nov 28 | Mass at 9:00 AM | RE OFFICES CLOSED ON FRIDAYS | |
| AA Meeting, 8:00 PM, SFR | | ||
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| Sat, Nov 29 | Polar Express, 6:00 PM, PH | Religious Ed (Class Code begins AS) | |
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| Mon, Dec 1 | Prayer Group, 7:30 PM, MP | Spec. RE Group A, 5:15 PM | |
| PPC, 7:00 PM, GR | Spec. RE Group B Adults, 5:30 PM | ||
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| Tues, Dec 2 |
Little Angels, 8:30 AM, SFR |
Religious Ed (Class Code begins BT) | |
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Children's Choir, 4:30 PM, RR |
Gr. K-4 4:30-6 PM | ||
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Youth Choir, 5:30 PM, RR |
Gr. 5-8 7-8:30 PM | ||
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1st Reconciliation for 1st Eucharist Candidates, 7:00 PM, CH |
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RCIA, 7:30 PM, GR |
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| Abbreviations Explained | |||
| At the Church | At the St Francis Center | ||
| SFR=St Francis Room GR=Great Room PH=Parish Hall (replaces LLCH!) CH=Church RR=Rehearsal Room MP=Multi-purpose Room (at church) | SFC= St Francis Center FR=Faith Room MPR=Multi-purpose Room (at the Center) | ||
| Upcoming Events .. | Ministry Info | ||
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Confessions will not be heard on Saturday, February 2nd, 2008 because of the Confirmation Ceremonies. Neighboring parish schedules for Saturday are: St. Michael's 3:00-4:00, Our Lady of the Woods after the 8:30 am Mass and after the 5:00 pm Mass | ||
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Ministers of Care |
St. Vincent de Paul Society |
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The St. Vincent de Paul Society exists to assist those in need. We can help only those we know about. We hear of their need from people like you. Do you know of a parishioner in need of temporary assistance? Please call 460-0042 and let us know. |
A Ministry of Prayer | Notice to All Future Hospital Patients |
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Due to newly implemented government regulations in all hospitals, parishes will NOT be informed of any parishioner's hospitalization NOR will that information be available to any visiting clergy and/or parish visitor. It is strictly YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to let us know of your hospitalization. A hospital can notify us ONLY IF YOU specifically request this AT THE TIME OF ADMISSION. |
Rosary of Life | |
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We certainly want to continue praying for and supporting those who are ill. Please don't feel it is a bother to inform us. You are important to us. Our Ministers of Care are available to bring Eucharist to the homebound during recuperation or extended illnesses. Please call Sr. Bernard at 460-0042 to arrange for this. |
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Upcoming Events |
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2008 Adult Faith Formation Opportunities Virtus Seminar - "Protecting God's Children" SFA "Walking by Faith Wristbands" MOMs "Child Lures" Program Attention All Crocheters POLAR EXPRESS Rosary of Life Bible Basics Theology on Tap (for Young Adults 20s-30s)
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***Teen
Retreat**Movie Night**Bowling**Acting, Singing & Service Activities....check
it out*** |
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| Scripture Study Fall 2008- Letter to the Ephesians | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Presenter: Father David
Monaco Topic: Saints and Members of the Household of God Concept of church in Ephesians and other books of the Bible Date: Thursdays, Oct. 2 to Nov. 6, 08 Time: 7:00 8:30 p.m. Where: St. Francis room Cost: No fee. No registration required. Please bring your Bible and a friend! Father Monaco is a member of the Passionist Community. He has a M.Div., Catholic Theological Union, S.S.L., Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome, and is a Ph.D. candidate, University of Illinois. * No prior scripture study is needed to attend these classes. |
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| Scripture Study Spring 2009- 1 Corinthians | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Presenter: Tom Conlan Topic: St. Pauls 1st Letter to the Corinthians Date: Wednesdays, Jan. 14 to Feb. 18, 2009 Time: 7:00 p.m. Where: St. Francis room Cost: no fee. No registration required. Please bring your Bible and a friend. Tom Conlan is currently pursuing a Masters degree at Catholic Theological Union and is currently on an archeological study in the Mediterranean. * No prior scripture study is needed to attend these classes. |
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| Virtus Training - "Protecting God's Children" return to top | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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A VIRTUS Training Class will be offered on Thursday, October 9th at 6:30 p.m. at the St. Francis Center. This program is mandatory for all who work with children in any parish program, including Religious Ed. If you have not yet attended a VIRTUS Class, go to www.virtus.org to register for this or another class in the area. You must pre-register on-line for this or any class to be valid.
Please Note: This is a program mandated by the Archdiocese of
Chicago. Volunteers working with children have 60 days from their first class to
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| "Child Lures" Program return to top | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Meetings will be held in May, for parents and children, related to the Child Lures Prevention Program. The schedule is included in your Family RE Packet. Children should attend their scheduled time. The material for the children is presented in age-appropriate levels. ALL Child Lures Programs will be held at the St Francis Center | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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PARENT MEETING 2008 |
CHILDRENS' MEETINGS 2008 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| All Grades | May 13th | Grades 1-4 | May 14th, 4:30-5:30 PM | |||||||||||||||||||
| Grades 5-8 | May 14th, 7-8 PM | |||||||||||||||||||||
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Wedding Workshops return to top |
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| Attention engaged couples - All
Wedding Workshops are held in the Church. Wedding
Workshops will be held on the following dates:
Saturday, June 14, 2008 @11am Wednesday, August 13, 2008 @ 7pm Saturday, October 4, 2008 @ 11am Wednesday, January 14, 2009 @ 7pm Saturday, March 28, 2009 @ 11am All engaged couples MUST attend a parish workshop prior to their wedding. Please do not book any musicians or vocalists before attending a wedding workshop. Information regarding parish wedding requirements as well as music requirements can be found in the parish Wedding Guideline Booklet, available from a parish priest. Our parish Music Ministry/Wedding CD will be available to those attending the workshop. For further information, please contact Leanne Stoterau-Mitchell in the Music Ministry Office (708) 460-9831 |
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MOMS, formerly The Elizabeth Ministry |
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| Moms of all ages interested in receiving spiritual and emotional nourishment are welcome. Through formal and informal gatherings, we hope to create a place where wisdom pertaining to family and faith can be passed from generation to generation. We meet the third Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm. Contact the parish office for further information. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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Attention All Crocheters, Knitters and Quilters return to top |
| The Helping Hands Committee is assisting with "Project Linus", a nationwide ongoing effort to provide security through homemade blankets to seriously ill or traumatized children. An ideal blanket is new, any size, washable, and made with child-friendly colors. Fringe or strips of material hanging down are discouraged, as they may become caught in hospital equipment. Consider making a blanket to donate to the "Project Linus" chapter in Tinley Park. Contact the parish office for contact information. return to top |
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Please join us as we pray the Rosary of Life on Saturday December 6, 2008 10 a.m. in the Church. |
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| Saint Francis of Assisi "Walking By Faith" wristbands |
| Be sure to stop by the St Francis Center to purchase your "Walking By Faith" wristband. Available in Blue or White, $2.00 each. Stop by during regular office hours. |
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| Young Adult Ministry is here for you - young Catholic adults, married or single in your 20s and 30s. The Young Adult Ministry has one purpose: to put people like you in contact with other people and programs that respond to your needs. For complete details, contact St Michael Young Adult Club or check out Theology on Tap. Note: Clicking on this link will take you to a new page outside of our parish website. |
| POLAR EXPRESS Movie Night & Social |
| Save the date! Saturday, November 29 at 5:15 Mass POLAR EXPRESS Social and Movie Night in the Parish Hall. (with a visit for the children from a special guest!!) Watch the bulletin for details. |
| We're appealing to your sweet tooth! |
| The "Occasional Volunteers" of the
Catholic Charities @ St. Francis sub-committee are hoping to 'treat"
children to a goody bag this Halloween. We need YOUR help with donations of individually wrapped candies. The candy you donate will be used to fill goody bags for the children in area shelters, who attend local supper programs and food pantries and those children who reside within the New Hope apartment programs. So . . . be on the look-out for Snickers and Lollipops and Bubble gum, etc. and bring all that you can carry to the basket right outside the church office. To get the job done, we'll need 500 bags of candy. Let's "treat" these children to a wonderful Halloween. Thank you in advance for your generosity, debi Ross Paula Belski Catholic Charities @ St. Francis |
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