Families and the Gospel (Mark 12:28b-34)
In a family, children are taught to be respectful if they want to be respected, to share, if they want their fair share and to listen if they want to be heard. Family life rescues us from arrogance by teaching us to love others as we love ourselves.
Prayer before an Election
Lord God, as the election approaches,
we seek to better understand the issues and concerns that confront our
city/state/country,
and how the Gospel compels us to respond as faithful citizens in our community.
We ask for eyes that are free from blindness
so that we might see each other as brothers and sisters, one and equal in
dignity,
especially those who are victims of abuse and violence, deceit and poverty.
We ask for ears that will hear the cries of children unborn and those
abandoned,
Men and women oppressed because of race or creed, religion or gender.
We ask for minds and hearts that are open to hearing the voice of leaders who
will bring us closer to your Kingdom.We pray for discernment so
that we may choose leaders who hear your Word, live your love,
and keep in the ways of your truth as they follow in the steps of Jesus and his
Apostles and guide us to your Kingdom of justice and peace. We ask this in the name of your Son Jesus
Christ and through the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Bishop Mark Bartchak has appointed Rev. Michael A. Pleva, Pastor of our parish, St. Matthew, and St. Joseph Parish in Bellwood effective July 16, 2024. Father Michael was formerly assigned (January 2023) as Administrator of our parish and St. Joseph. Congratulations!
Sacrament of Reconciliation will be celebrated on Saturdays at 12:30 pm.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will occur on Fridays from 8:30 am to 9:30 am. This is great opportunity for spiritual nourishment. Come and spend an hour with Jesus!