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St. Alphonsus!

In this Sunday's Gospel, Mary and Joseph present Jesus at the Temple in accordance with the Law of Moses.

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

New Year's Mass Schedule:

New Year's Eve Mass on Sunday, Dec. 31

Regular Sunday Schedule, 9 AM, 11 AM, 12:30 PM (Spanish), 5 PM

New Year's Day, Monday, Jan. 1, 2024 at 10:00 AM

Mass Readings for Feast of the Holy Family

December 31 Parish Bulletin

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 Prayers Group (Vespers) continue on Wednesdays from 8:15 to 9 PM in the chapel.

Jan. 1 is the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. We honor her and give glory to her Son through our recitation of the Most Holy Rosary.

How to Pray the Rosary

If you were out of town for Christmas, our Christmas Eve Mass music program will be repeated on the Feast of Epiphany, January 7, at the 9 AM and 11 AM Masses.Your donations during the holiday season to St. Alphonsus are needed and greatly appreciated. You can make a Christmas donation on GiveCentral or you can text Joyful to (773) 570-7600. Thank you and God's blessings to you this season! We pray that your 2024 year is full of peace, joy, and gratitude.

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!

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!

Men's Group Holy Hour Adoration will continue to be every first Friday of the month in 2024, starting on January 5 at 7:30 PM.

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!

In this collection of quotes from Pope Benedict XVI, he shows his inimitable way of speaking — and living — the truth in love.

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 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 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!

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Praise and Adoration

On Friday, January 19th, spend time with our Lord in praise and adoration in the church. We'll spend the first 15 minutes in silent adoration, and then our musicians will lead worship in song. Confession will also be available! The hour will conclude with benediction, and we will gather for fellowship at Olive Black after!

Other Activities for Young Adults Around the Archdiocese and More:

Join Young Catholic Professionals Chicago on Monday, January 8th for the first in-person Speed Networking event at the Athenaeum Center. Complimentary appetizers and one free drink ticket will be provided.

YCP Members receive FREE admission. Cost for non-YCP Members: $6.99.

Agenda

6:00pm - Doors Open

7:00pm - Speed Networking

9:00pm - Closing

RSVP HERE

This event is for young adults in their 20s and 30s.

Professional attire (business casual or work uniform) is encouraged at YCP Chicago events

Catholics prepare to converge in St. Louis for SEEK24

Catholic Dance Society- FREE dance lessons at St. John Cantius on January 7 and January 14.

The Lumen Christi Institute presents Intellectual Samaritanism: Embracing the Stranger and His Strange Ideas on College Campuses, a free lecture on Thursday Jan. 4. Meghan Sullivan, philosophy professor at University of Notre Dame, will lead the lecture. A wine and cheese reception will follow. RSVP online.

Living the Gospel of Life!

In conjunction with the USCCB Pro-life Secretariat, Bishop Bartosic, along with other bishops and priests from around the Archdiocese of Chicago, will lead a holy hour for life for 12 hours from the UIC Newman Center Chapel. This national prayer event will join the nation in solidarity for the hope of changing hearts and minds to build a culture of life and leads up to the morning of the National March for Life.

Save the date to join in person or through live-stream: 

Thursday, January 18 to Friday, January 19 7 PM to 7 AM 

St. John Paul II Newman Center Chapel at UIC 

700 S. Morgan St. Chicago, IL 60607