This unique, Christ-centered Catholic support group is for the bereaved. Sessions are intended for those who have lost a spouse, family member or close friend through death.
The program is divided into four, six-week sessions, called Seasons, which are held throughout the year. Participants may join at the beginning of any Season.
Sessions are held on Monday evenings, 6:30—8:00 pm in the St. Paul Center for the New Evangelization (corner of Benton & Brainard streets). There is no charge to attend the sessions, but pre-registration is required. Click the button to download a flyer that includes more information and 2022-2023 meeting dates. For more information contact Deacon Joe Verdico or Paulette Shea.
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Adoration Code
Effective Monday, July 11, there will be a new security passcode for the evening hours of 6 p.m. until 8 a.m. in the St. Francis Adoration Chapel.
As part of our ongoing review of campus security measures, the passcode will be changed periodically to safeguard the chapel and its precious contents: the adorers who spend time there with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.
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Prayer Shawl Ministry
We knit or crochet lap blankets, prayer shawls, baby blankets, caps and booties, which are blessed and gift wrapped and presented with a prayer card to the recipient. For more information contact Paulette Shea. |
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SATURDAY, JULY 9
MONDAY, JULY 11
TUESDAY, JULY 12
WEDNESDAY, JULY 13
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All high schoolers are invited! |
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SATURDAY ROSARY
July 16 at 8 a.m.
Join us for the prayerful recitation of the Joyful Mysteries at the Statue of Mary outside the Jr. High. On this Feast Day of our Lady of Mount Carmel, bring your prayer intentions (for family, friends and relatives) and receive a Rosary and Brown Scapular. Stay for 8:30 a.m. Mass if you would like.
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MASS & GAME NIGHT
July 20 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Join us for Mass, dinner and games with good fun people!
- 5:15 p.m. Mass (Please sit on the right side of the church in front of the Saint Joseph Statue)
- Jet’s pizza for dinner in the Teen Zone
- Floorball games in the gym (hockey with a wiffle ball)
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Tickets go on sale July 11! |
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The Serra Club of DuPage County will host its 47th annual Diocese of Joliet Seminarian Sendoff from 1–3 p.m. on Sunday, August 7, 2022, at Benet Academy. The outdoor event includes food, kids' games, and music, plus a ball game between the seminarians and the priests. Proceeds benefit the Diocesan Office of Vocations.
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This series about the the symbolism and meaning in the artwork of the church sanctuary is from a 2003 publication authored by former parishioner John Saxtan: The Stained Glass Windows and Other Decorations of Ss. Peter & Paul.
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It is interesting to note that there is a certain complementarity in the windows across from each other in the nave, and the windows over the altar complement the Christ the King window over the balcony. The Annunciation and the Resurrection represent the beginning and the end of Jesus' earthly life; the Resurrection was the reason for the beginning. The Nativity and Jesus with the Little Children reinforce Jesus teaching that our faith should be as simple and trusting as that of a child. Finding of Jesus in the Temple faces Jesus with Healing the Sick and Lame the wise men in the temple were referred to as "doctors." and Jesus was teaching them while across the aisle Jesus is the healer, healing mind body and spirit.
Upon entering the church, one cannot see the Christ the King window—rather, the windows most visible are those surrounding the altar area, all dealing with sacrifice in the past, and a background for celebrating the Mass. When the celebration of Mass is ended and one turns around to leave the church, then one sees the future—Jesus as Christ the King of Heaven, the world that is to come.
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The apse windows to the left of the Crucifixion (center) depict sacrificial rituals in the Old Testament; the windows to the right depict sacrificial rituals from the New Testament. All of these windows prefigure the Eucharist, on different kinds of altars—so they are appropriately located behind the altar. The seven windows represent completeness and perfection. |
APSE WINDOW #7
Mass in the Catacombs
Location Last window on the right
Look for Altar, two burning candles, sheep
Donated by St. Mary Young Ladies Sodality
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The catacombs were tunnels under the streets of ancient Rome and other
cities where Christians buried their dead, especially martyrs. Niches in the catacombs were usually dedicated to specific martyrs.
Contrary to popular belief, there is no evidence that the catacombs were used for "secret" Christian meetings or gatherings to avoid persecution.
It is highly unlikely that a real Mass in the catacombs looked anything like this, but because all seven of these windows relate to sacrifice, this scene represents the "modem" form of Jesus' sacrifice by his presence in the Eucharist.
Pictured is an elaborately robed, tonsured priest celebrating Mass. The tonsured haircut was a symbol of the crown of thorns that Jesus wore. On the left stands a second priest or cleric holding a crosier or shepherd's
staff, a symbol of the office of bishop. Most likely this is a bishop presiding here. The crosier represents Jesus' shepherding his flock and the similar role of the bishop here on earth.
Note that there is a white scarf hanging from the staff; this was an ancient practice.
The altar holds a crucifix, a chalice and two burning candles. The two
candles are a symbol of Christ's twofold nature—his humanity and his divinity. At the base of the crucifix is a framed card with writing on it. Formerly it was the practice to have the commonly used prayers written out and placed on the altar so that the priest could easily read them without having to go to the book every time.
Central and in the background is a painting or a window showing a shepherd tending sheep and carrying one sheep across his shoulders. This was a common scene painted in the catacombs depicting Jesus as the good shepherd, and alludes
again to the priestly role as shepherd.
Kneeling at the base of the altar on either side are two altar boys. The one in the foreground holds the handbell that was rung to signal to the assembly that the priest was consecrating the hosts. The altar boy
in the background holds a boat-shaped vessel that was used to hold incense for the thurible. Burning incense is a symbol of purification and the smoke represents our prayers rising to heaven.
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Parishioner Tom Lupinacci provides a video introduction to the weekly "Did You Know?" series on the parish YouTube channel: |
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We are members of the one, holy, Catholic, and apostolic Church. A community of believers rooted in Jesus Christ, united in the mission of helping all grow in holiness. Through reliance on the Holy Spirit we share the truth of the Gospel and encourage encounter with the person of Jesus. |
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36 N. Ellsworth St.
Naperville, IL 60540
SUMMER HOURS (5/31 to 8/12)
Monday to Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Friday 8:30 am to 1 pm
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