Greetings! How are you doing? Today we celebrate a group of seven holy men who founded what has become known as the Servite Order. A brief description of their religious order is as follows: |
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The Order of Servants of Mary (The Servites) is a religious family that embraces a membership of friars (priests and brothers), contemplative nuns, a congregation of active sisters and lay groups. The Servites lead a community life in the tradition of the mendicant orders (such as the Dominicans and Franciscans). The Servite Order was founded in the early part of the 13th century (1233 AD), when a group of cloth merchants of Florence, Italy, left their city, families and professions to retire outside the city on a mountain known as Monte Senario for a life of poverty and penance. These men are known as the Seven Holy Founders; they were canonized by Pope Leo XIII in 1888.
From the beginning, the members of the Order dedicated themselves to Mary under her title of Mother of Sorrows. Through the centuries, the Servite Order has spread throughout the world, including all of Europe, parts of Africa, Australia, the Americas, India and the Philippines. The general headquarters of the Servite Order is in Rome, while many provinces and motherhouses represent the Order throughout the world. In the United States, there is one province of friars with headquarters in Chicago.
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Through the intercession of St. Buonfiglio Monaldo, St. Alexis Falconieri, St. Benedict dell' Antella, St. Bartholomew Amidei, St. Ricovero Uguccione, St. Gerardino Sostegni, and St. John Buonagiunt may we grow in our dependence on the Lord and less upon ourselves. (www.ewtn.com)
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Life with Christ,
Fr. James
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Fr. James Daily Video Message
Daily video messages from Fr. James and Masses celebrated by Father James can be found on Facebook, YouTube, our My Parish app and on our website:
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Trivia Question of the Week
In the First Reading for Mass (James 2:1-9) how many times does the word “poor” appear?
A. Four
B. Three
C. Two
D. One
See the bottom of this newsletter for the answer.
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Tickets are now on sale for our “IC Music Presents: A Sinatra Songbook” dinner and variety show to benefit the IC Liturgy Ministry! Join us in Fellowship Hall on Saturday evening, February 26 for fine Italian cuisine, beverages, and songs made famous by Ol’ Blue Eyes himself. Reserved seat tickets are required ($35.00 - cash or check only) and are available in the parish office during the week. (Buy a table of 8 in one transaction you’ll get 1 seat free!) |
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Pray for the Synod
Date(s): Monthly through Pentecost 2022
Location: Various parishes throughout Archdiocese – see listing below
All are invited to pray for our Archdiocesan Synod in this special way! Each month between now and Pentecost 2022, a different parish in our Archdiocese will host a votive Mass of the Holy Spirit and Eucharistic Adoration. Join us for daily Mass and holy hour with lectio divina prayer.
Remaining Locations and Dates:
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Thursday, February 17, 5:15 pm at St. Peter Claver, St. Paul
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Monday, March 14, 7:00 pm at St. Hubert, Chanhassen
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Tuesday, April 26, 7:00 pm at St. Paul, Ham Lake
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Tuesday, May 17, 5:45 pm at St. Peter, Mendota
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Pilgrimage to the Holy Land with Fr. James! |
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November 7 - 18, 2022
Experience a once-in-a-lifetime journey in faith while walking in the footsteps of Jesus. Sail on the Sea of Galilee, explore the Old City of Jerusalem and have Mass at the most meaningful sites in Christianity. Accompanied by an excellent local guide, learn about the spiritual, historical, and cultural significance of the Holy Land. More information coming soon! magitravelinc.com/holy-land
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Enjoy a free subscription to FORMED.org
FORMED provides amazing online videos, audio and books 24/7 for you to grow in your faith. It's EASY and FREE to Register!
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Go to iccsonline.formed.org and click next
- Enter your name and email and click sign-up
- Enjoy and share with others in our local community!
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You can watch with your free parish subscription by simply selecting our parish’s name during registration at formed.org/signup.
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Immaculate Conception School |
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We are still registering students for the 2021- 2022 school year. Please contact any of the following with questions – we love to show off our wonderful school!
Jane Bona, 763-788-9065, x 220
Megan Sackmaster, 763-788-9062, x 207
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Immaculate Conception Parish App |
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Answer to the Trivia Question of the Week: |
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Immaculate Conception
Church and School
Church: 763-788-9062
School: 763-788-9065
info@immac-church.org | ICCSonline.org
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