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St. Alphonsus!

Hello St. Alphonsus,

In this Sunday's Gospel, Jesus heals a man with an unclean spirit and his fame spreads throughout Galilee.

Daily prayer keeps you in good relationship with the LORD, and yourself.

Mass Readings for Fourth Sunday In Ordinary Time

January 28 Parish Bulletin

Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce brings their popular Ice Sculpting event back this weekend on Saturday, Jan. 27 from 2-4 PM, and on Sunday, Jan. 28 from Noon to 2 PM. The event takes place directly outside the front of our church with food trucks offering complimentary beverages and bites to help keep attendees warm.

This Sunday, Jan. 28, kicks off Catholic Schools Week. Our 9 AM Mass will be a designated "Family Mass", where our parish AACA students will be involved in reading, bringing up the gifts, singing in children's choir, and more.

After this Mass, we will be having an admissions Open House for all parents interested in our school! You can sign up at AACA’s Linktree at linktr.ee/alphonsusacademy

There will be a give back event at Crosby's Kitchen, 3455 N. Southport, Sunday from 4-9 PM. 10% of each bill goes back to our school, and it's just up Southport!

Game Night!! Saturday, January 27 at 7:00 PM 

Come one, come all to our Young Adult Ministry Game Night! This event will be a “stock the bar” theme. To gain admittance, please bring a beverage you enjoy (alcoholic or not - beer, seltzers, wine, soda, or soda water) to enjoy and leave behind to help us stock our YAM drink supply for future events.

We will have tables set up in the Festival Hall (the large gathering space under the church) and board games, card games, puzzles, and bingo for everyone to enjoy. Please consider joining us for a night of fun that will help us supply drinks at future YAM events!

Please take a free Magnificat book at Mass this weekend. Magnificat is a monthly publication designed for daily use, to encourage both liturgical and personal prayer. It can be used to follow daily Mass and can also be read at home or wherever you find yourself for personal or family prayer.

This Sunday, all Archdiocesan churches take up a special collection in support of the universal Church in Latin America.

Our parish is in need of faithful Eucharistic Ministers of Holy Communion. EMHC’s should be fully initiated and practicing Catholics having received baptism, confirmation, and first Eucharist. If you would like to volunteer for this important ministry at Mass, please contact Harvey Levin.

Men's Evening Prayer's Group (Vespers) continues on Wednesdays from 8:15 to 9 PM in the chapel.

How to Pray the Rosary

Men's Group Holy Hour- Friday, Feb. 2 at 7:30 PM

Saturday, February 3, is the Feast of St. Blaise, patron Saint of candle makers and ailments of the throat. In honor of St. Blaise and his Feast Day, we will be offering blessings of the throat at the Saturday 8:30 AM daily Mass and after all Masses on Sunday, February 4.

Calling All Youth Sharp Shooters! Our Knights of Columbus are sponsoring the annual Youth Free Throw Shooting competition on Sunday, Feb. 18 from 1-4 PM. All Girls and Boys aged 9 to 14 are invited to sign-up for your respective age/gender division! This is a free event. Winners receive basketballs and the District championship will begin immediately afterwards from 4-6 PM. Sign-up here!

If you made a donation to St. Alphonsus in 2023, contribution statements for your tax purposes were sent out via email this week. If you have any questions, please contact Mario Serrano.

Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts

Art & Soul is Saturday, February 24. This wonderful soirée brings together 350+ guests and generates support for our Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts school through sponsorships, tickets, and exciting silent and live auctions. It is our parish school’s most successful fundraiser and 

ensures a quality education for our 500 students.

Ticket and table sales are live! We are also seeking volunteers and donations to our auction. Successful packages in the past have included vacation stays, ticketed experiences (sporting events, concerts), bourbon and wine priced $30+, and gift certificates. 

If you would like to join our planning team or have any questions, please email Assistant Principal, Angela Kladis.

Young Adult Ministry

St. Alphonsus has a vibrant young adult community! Be sure to check out our Facebook page for service opportunities and other future events!

Visit our Linktree

YAM January Newsletter- Sippin Social THIS SUNDAY Jan. 28, Eucharistic Retreat in February, and more!

Other Activities for Young Adults Around the Archdiocese and More:

Catholic Sports League will be bringing an indoor Volleyball league back to St. Alphonsus! The league will be on Thursday evenings and go from February 22 to April 11. Sign-ups are now open! Registration fee goes up after Feb. 1 so don't delay!

FREE Retreat at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods on March 22-24. Single, Catholic women ages 18-42 are invited to Come and See life as a Sister of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN. Explore if God might be calling you to a life of love, mercy and justice.

Faith Formation



Rev. Steven Bauer and our parish staff are always open to the faithful in assisting with your spiritual journey. May God bless us all with patience and peace as we seek to live in harmony with one another and all creation!

Mysteries of the Rosary, The Sorrowful Mysteries Lenten Study

Thursday Mornings, Feb. 8— Mar. 21, 9:30 AM-11:00 AM, in the Rectory.  

Enter into the Mysteries of Christ and Rediscover the Power of the Rosary! 

Never prayed the Rosary? No problem! We'll teach you how to pray it step by step.

Pray the Rosary all the time? Perfect! This series will help you to meditate more deeply on the life of Christ. 

Join us for one session or come to all! No homework or outside reading. Simply show up as you are and receive.

Email Emily Ember for more info.

Parent Formation Class                                               

Tuesday, February 6 at 6:30 PM in Festival Hall (Church Basement) 

Do you ever feel like it's almost impossible to raise holy kids who love God (and sit still in Mass!)? 

You're not alone.

God has chosen YOU and He has given you a special mission: to be a parent!

Join us to enjoy wine and cheese and to hear the advice and struggles of other parents just like you.

The Lord has entrusted to you the gift of one or many little souls, and He will give you everything you need to raise them so that your entire family may become saints. Join us and feel more equipped to fulfill your mission!

Walking With Purpose- Women’s Group at St. Alphonsus— Tuesday mornings and evenings 9:30-11 AM or 6:30-8 PM. 

** Walking w/ Purpose is taking a winter break, returning in early February. Questions? Contact Susan Combes

Men's Group

St. Alphonsus Men’s Group meets Thursday nights to pray the liturgy of the hours, have fellowship, and to propose challenging topics to discuss. 

We meet every Thursday night at 7 PM in the rectory. Food and drinks provided. All men are welcome, with most men being in their 20s and 30s. Access can be gained at the west facing rectory door in the parking lot. For questions or more information, contact us here!

National Eucharistic Revival

What is a Eucharistic Revival?

The National Eucharistic Revival is a nationwide, three-year initiative, culminating this summer at the National Eucharistic Congress taking place in Indianapolis from July 17-21, 2024. The U.S. bishops responded to a need they saw in their flock: that the world is hurting, yet most of us are separated from our strength, Jesus in the Eucharist.

The Revival is "a movement to restore understanding and devotion to this great mystery" of our Eucharistic Lord and to recognize the wondrous gift God has given us: Himself

The Lord desires to heal our broken hearts. Let us draw near to Him in the Eucharist

National Eucharistic Revival

Did you know the Archdiocese of Chicago has a Parish Resources webpage for the National Eucharistic Revival? The webpage includes resources to help individuals and parish communities draw closer to Christ in the Eucharist and live as missionary disciples. Visit the site for resources related to:

• study & reflection
• worship
• children, youth & families
• mission & outreach
• and more!

Eucharistic Sacred Art Contest for Adults

In partnership with St. Edmund’s Sacred Art Institute, The National Eucharistic Congress has an exciting opportunity for artists across the nation: the National Eucharistic Art Competition. Creative Catholics from all over the country are invited to share their talents and spread the beauty of our faith through art, particularly exploring the Eucharistic mystery and Eucharistic themes. Selected works will be showcased at the 10th National Eucharistic Congress.

• Click here for more information

Safe Families for Children

Please join us for New Volunteer Training on Saturday, February 24th here at St. Alphonsus! FREE light breakfast and lunch included! RSVP HERE! 

Volunteer roles covered in training:

· "Host Family" - host local children in your home for short periods of time

· "Family Friend" - provide volunteer babysitting or transportation for host families and local families in crisis situations

Safe Families for Children is a national, Christian nonprofit which connects local families in crisis with "safe families" who volunteer to watch their children while parent(s) get back on their feet. This is a great opportunity to show Christ's love and compassion for local families, often young single moms with no support system, in a tangible and meaningful way. For questions, please reach out to us at safefamiliesstals@gmail.com 

Around the Archdiocese

Our Catholic schools continue to deliver the strong academics, community environment, mutual respect and eternal Gospel values that help students create a better future. Check out the 2022/23 progress report for Catholic schools. 

Pope Francis talks about AI and Disinformation

The USCCB Committee for Religious Liberty, in collaboration with the Secretariat of Catholic Education and Our Sunday Visitor Institute, is hosting a religious liberty essay contest for high school juniors and seniors. 

Learn more at www.usccb.org/religious-liberty-essay.

CCHD Internship

In partnership with the USCCB, the Catholic Campaign for Human Development with the Office of Human Dignity and Solidarity sponsors an annual academic-year internship for any local Catholic with an interest in social justice and Catholic Social Teaching. This part-time intern (15-20 hours per week) will assist staff in promoting CCHD within the Archdiocese of Chicago. Interns will be compensated at a rate of $18.72/hour.

Flyer here, Intern Job Description

To apply, please submit an application via email to Danielle Bodette. Applications are open now through April 1

"Healing the Sick, healing relationships", Cardinal Cupich's recent article

Reading Chaucer's "The Canterbury Tales" at St. Gregory's Hall, Monday evenings through March 18.

Read more Around the Arch news here.