Thursday, July 4, 2024

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Independence Day

From Aletia


While the United States celebrates its independence on the 4th of July, it is important to pause for a moment and ask God to blessed and protect this nation.


Here is a short prayer from the Roman Missal to pray for the United States on Independence Day:


Father of all nations and ages,

We recall the day when our country claimed its place among the family of nations;

for what has been achieved we give you thanks, for the work that still remains we ask your help, and as you have called us from many peoples to be one nation, grant that, under your providence, our country may share your blessings with all the peoples of the earth.

Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you

in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.

Amen.


Welcome Fr. Martin!

Fr. Martin Nyberg joined us this week on July 1st as our Associate Pastor and he is eager to meet our parishioners! Please introduce yourself to him at Mass. You can read more about Fr. Martin on page 3 of our bulletin this week.


COMING UP...

Friday 7/5

8:00 am Mass


Saturday 7/6

4:15 pm Reconciliation

5:00 pm Mass


Sunday 7/7

8:00 am Mass

10:00 am Mass

11:15 am Baptism: Lila Grace


Monday 7/8

8:00 am Mass

7:00 pm Baptismal Prep


Tuesday 7/9

8:00 am Mass

10:00 am Breaking Open the Word

7:00 pm Holy Hour of Prayer


Wednesday 7/10

8:00 am Mass

The church will be open 30 minutes prior to any scheduled service for private prayer.

Parish Summer Office Hours

The parish office will be closed at noon on Fridays throughout summer. Our summer office hours are:

Mondays - Thursdays

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fridays

9:00 am - 12noon

WHAT'S HAPPENING?

Have You Got a Green Thumb?


Do you like to keep plants alive and thriving? Please join our Green Thumb Ministry! We have several volunteers who tend to the plants in church once a week on a rotating schedule. We are looking for someone to fill in as a substitute if any of our regulars can't take their assigned weekend. Please contact Christine Frech for more information if you are interested.

JosaFEST 2024 News

Bring Your Talents and Ideas to the 2024 JosaFEST Committee!


Our annual fall festival – JosaFEST – is scheduled for September 14 & 15. This FUN-raiser celebration promises an exciting weekend of food, entertainment, family and friends! Planning is in progress and we have open positions to fill on our JosaFEST Committee. Bring your ideas and talents to one of our largest parish fundraisers of the year!

Are You Creative?

Since we cannot rent inflatables for JosaFEST, we are looking for someone with creative ideas for kids' activities to work with the Kids' Activities Coordinator. There is a budget! We also need someone to help with ticket sales and sponsorships. 

Volunteer and Read More

Contact Jim Malooly with questions or for details.

Refugee/Migrant Ministry News

Backpack Project

Now through Sunday, July 28th


Many of us want to do something that directly helps children but can’t find a way. We have made it easy for you! The Refugee/Migrant Ministry is joining other LPOT (Lincoln Park/Old Town) parishes to provide backpacks with school supplies to migrant children entering Chicago Public School next school year.


The goal is to prepare the 2,300 school age children in Chicago shelters for the coming school year. We are collecting now through July 28th. Please leave your donations in the back of the church. 


As always, thank you for your generosity.

Questions? Contact Judy Lovero, judylovero@gmail.com

Parishioners old and new - send us your selfies!


Thank you to all our parishioners who have sent beautiful photos of themselves and their families. It has really helped Fr. Carlos to recognize you in church and we have been able to update our systems in the office as well. If you have not done so yet, please send your photos to photos@stjosaphatparish.org.

Parish Summer Office Hours


The parish office will be closed at noon on Fridays throughout summer. Our summer office hours are:

Monday-Thurday 9am-5pm

Friday 9am-12noon

VOLUNTEER

Wedding Season is Upon Us

Would you be interested in training to be a Wedding Coordinator to help at our weddings? Contact the parish office office@stjosaphatparish.org.

Liturgical Ministries

Finance Council

Facilities Committee

JosaFest 2024

Green Thumb Ministry

Hands of Mercy: Aging Ministry

Hands of Mercy: Don's Helping Hands

Hands of Mercy: Refugee/Migrant Ministry

Hands of Mercy: Prison Ministry

QUICK LINKS

Letters from Fr. Carlos

Daily Bible Readings

Scripture Reflections

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Sunday Offering

Thank you for your continued support of our parish! You can donate any time - just click here or text SUNDAY to 312-625-5666.

Mass Times: Sat at 5pm, Sun at 8am & 10:am, Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri at 8am

The Parish Office is open M-F 9am - 5pm

773.327.8955 | office@stjosaphatparish.org

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