Celebrate Sunday Mass at
St. Alphonsus!
Greetings!
In this Sunday's Gospel, Jesus teaches what it means to be happy. The first beatitude teaches that real happiness lies in recognizing and embracing our poverty, our need of God. When our eyes are opened, we see the futility of clinging to the lie of self-sufficiency and are freed to accept the help which comes only from God. The Beatitudes can be understood as a framework for Christian living. Our vocation as Christians is not to be first in this world, but rather to be first in the eyes of God. By referring to the good things that the faithful will experience, Matthew reminds us that those who act in the manner described in the Beatitudes will find their reward with God.
Daily prayer keeps you in good relationship with the LORD, and yourself.
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.
Holy Hour/Adoration This Friday January 27 at 7:30 PM
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. Confessions will also be available! The hour will conclude with benediction, and fellowship afterwards!
This Sunday January 29- Friends Through Faith Welcoming Sunday Brunch!
Do you feel you're missing a sense of community when attending mass? Would you like to meet those in the pews around you? Are you looking to form friendships with people of the same faith that are in your own parish? You're invited to a Sunday Brunch after the 11 AM Mass on January 29 to do just this. Come meet other adult parishioners and share a meal, coffee, bloody mary's and mimosas with this newly formed Adult Group…. For more information or to help with this event, please contact Amy Keefner.
Safe Families For Children Ministry are in need of:
- Baby/toddler clothes sizes: 9mo, 18mo, 2T, 4T/4
- High chair
- Baby/toddler coats, hats, & gloves
- All genders/sizes shoes & boots
If you can help provide any of these items (or equivalent gift card), please either leave the items in the narthex/parish office Safe Families donation bins, or reach out to safefamiliesstals@gmail.com to coordinate a drop-off time. Thank you for your generosity!
The annual Youth Free Throw shooting competition, sponsored by our parish Knights of Columbus council, will take place in the parish/AACA gym on Sunday February 26 from 1 PM to 4:30 PM. Sign-ups will open soon!
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Catholic Schools Week
Sunday Jan. 29 kicks off Catholic Schools Week. The 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.
For the 2nd year in a row, our friends at Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce will be hosting an Ice Sculpting event outside the church! This takes place this weekend on Saturday January 28 from 2 to 4 PM, and Sunday January 29 from Noon to 2 PM. All are encouraged to check out this very neat community event!
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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 with patience and peace as we seek to live in harmony with one another and all creation!
Our Religious Education program is looking for an additional 2nd grade catechist to serve February- May 2023! If you are interested in this wonderful opportunity, please contact Erica Cook.
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 returns on Feb 7 with a new study, Beholding Your King. Questions? Contact Susan Combes **
Word on Fire has created a new five-part film series entitled Wonder: The Harmony of Faith and Science. Narrated by The Chosen’s Jonathan Roumie, the five episodes will be released February 13-17 and each film covers a different scientific topic as it relates to the great tradition of our Catholic faith.
The Hank Center for the Catholic Intellectual Heritage at Loyola University has issued their Spring calendar of events. Please note some events not open to the public.
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Stewardship at St. Alphonsus
"Honor the Lord with your substance and with the first fruits of all your produce; then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will be bursting with wine." (Proverbs 3: 9-10)
What Does It Mean To Give First Fruits?
Thank you and God bless you!
- Text Sunday to 773-570-7600
- Click on the link you receive via text
- Fill in the information and click "Submit Form" to make your gift!
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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!
YAM Social Sub Committee Meeting- Tuesday Jan. 31 at 7 PM
Are you interested in learning more about the social pillar and what we do? Do you have an idea for an event we could do? Are you looking to get involved with planning, volunteering and running some of our events? Social Committee is a great way to get plugged into the community, learn and have a voice in what we are going to do, and meet amazing fellow friends. All are welcome! We are looking forward to meeting you!
Come join us to discuss and plan upcoming St. Alphonsus YAM social events for the community. We will meet at St. Al's Rectory Common Room at 7pm:
- Frequency of YAM Social Committee meetings
- Recap past months events
- Finalize planning for current month, next big event
- Brainstorm next two months ideas
Other Young Adult News
Catholic Sports League is bringing back an indoor volleyball league, this time at a brand new location! Join one of their most popular leagues with weekly games beginning in February. Register as an individual, or with a friend or two. Registration closes on February 2nd!
World Youth Day Lisbon 2023
The Archdiocese of Chicago is excited to partner with the Diocese of Joliet for a World Youth Day 2023 pilgrimage (July 29 to August 7) for young adults between the ages of 18 and 39. To learn more about the pilgrimage, read the brochure here. Registrations are still being accepted.
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Around the Archdiocese
Support Catholic Charities! First Look for Charity is Chicago’s exclusive black-tie charity event on Friday, February 10, 2023, previewing the Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place! It’s an exciting opportunity for a fun and elegant evening with friends, family, and/or business associates.
Totus Tuus missionaries wanted! Calling all college-aged students with a heart for service and mission to apply for a paid missionary opportunity. For more information
Vianney Visit February 16-18
High school sophomore, junior, and senior men are invited on a two-day adventure from February 16-18, to tour the campus and shadow seminarians at St. John Vianney College Seminary in St. Paul, MN. You will also have the opportunity to explore the University of St. Thomas, home of the seminary. Join us on this all-inclusive, no cost road trip. This is an official college visit, for which schools allow an excused absence. Transportation is provided from two convenient pick up/drop off points: Mary Seat of Wisdom, Park Ridge and Mother of the Americas in Little Village (Chicago). Deadline to register is February 10. Register here. Questions? Contact Katie Hazen.
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When we plan our weekly giving, and set this money aside first, we demonstrate the great importance that God and the support of the Gospel have in our lives.
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Our weekly bulletin features many of the ways you can contribute to the vibrancy of St. Alphonsus parish.
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