The Old St. Mary's Community Weekly Newsletter |
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Thursday, September 23, 2021 |
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Here we are, another week closer to the fullness of the Kingdom, and of course into Fall. The routines are starting to play out, and various feast days, sports activities, and regular school and business days are happening - and we are still waiting for Covid to go away. Here is where our faith is so important (and why I mentioned the Kingdom), God is always in charge and we are called to move toward him, and also recognize Jesus is in our midst.
We also must do our part, to keep healthy and help everyone be safe, and show our concern for each other. Next week, October 1 and 2 flu shots will be available here at Old St. Mary's. And if you get yours on Saturday the 2nd, you can stay for the annual St. Francis Blessing of Pets. See more details on both later in the newsletter and the Bulletin. Sign-up Genius will help you register for the shot.
Be sure to look for the new ministry videos on our website - those who have been serving will share with you their insights and invite you to join them. The videos are in place of our annual ministry fair for September/October - a chance for you to be involved in a new way.
Along with Faith Formation starting, our RCIA team welcomes new members, and (this is ongoing) we also invite inquirers into the Catholic Christian faith as well as those wishing to become Catholic. Look for the upcoming offerings and drop in for a session, or call the office to talk with staff about the procession of initiation in the Church.
We are just getting to the point of updating our parish database as we do the changeover to the new Old St. Mary's Parish App. Those who have been experimenting with the App are finding it engaging and helpful. Soon you will have the chance to see for yourselves.
This weekend, Chris Lawton, CSP our Paulist Student will take us through a public push for the Paulist Hope for the Future Campaign. Every household in church on the weekend will be asked to fill in one of the response envelopes. Thank you for considering the importance of the Paulist Fathers to Old St. Mary's Church.
Now take a look at the rest of our announcements, and have a great week!
Blessings!
Fr. Brad
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As of Sept. 20, our
parish family has raised $456,337 toward the Hope for the
Future campaign. These contributions have come from just 156 of our 720 parish families (21.7%). With the celebration of
Commitment Weekend (September 25 & 26), we are confident that with your commitment, our campaign thermometer will rise to move us closer to our $1.03 million goal. Stayed tuned!
We ask anyone who has yet to make a gift to the
Every gift makes a difference!
Thank you!
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Sunday Worship Aid
September 25-26, 2021
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Sacramental Preparation For First Reconciliation
And First Eucharist
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Monday, September 27 at 7pm
Formal preparation for the Sacrament Reconciliation and First Eucharist begins in 2nd grade. The preparation includes parent sessions, parent-child retreats, and at-home preparation led by parents. Parents interested in their son/daughter celebrating the sacraments of Reconciliation in the coming year need to attend a parent orientation meeting on Monday, September 27 at 7pm in the parish commons.
Sacramental preparation can begin after a child has completed one year of Catholic religious instruction (Kindergarten or higher). If you have a child in 1st grade who you believe is ready to celebrate First Reconciliation and First Eucharist in the coming year, don't hesitate to get in touch with Maryellen, Director of Lifelong Faith Formation/Pastoral Associate in the parish office, or via email at mharrington@oldstmarys.com
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Flu Clinic
10/1 Friday 3:30 - 5:30pm
10/2 Saturday 9-11am
Old St. Mary’s is partnering with Walgreens again this year.
Flu Shots are available this year for anyone 3 years old and up. Minors must be present with an adult. All participants must wear a face mask prior to the arrival at the Flu Clinic and for the duration of their visit. If you are displaying any covid symptoms or have a temperature please cancel your appointment via Sign Up Genius.
Participants will not be vaccinated if they are showing any symptoms or if they have been exposed to COVID in the past 2 weeks.
There is no charge for a flu vaccine but please bring your Health Insurance information.
Link for Friday Signup
Link for Saturday Signup
Read the letter from Cardinal Cupich on the importance of getting a flu shot.
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An Invitation for Parents of Old St. Mary's School |
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Our school parents are often inspired by what our school children learn about Jesus and seek to learn more or complete their sacraments of initiation. RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is an excellent home for parents seeking to grow in understanding of Jesus. If you are from another faith tradition, spiritual but do not profess any religion, or are Catholic and want to grow in faith or complete your sacraments of initiation, we invite you to learn more about RCIA.
RCIA is the process of inviting people to know Jesus more fully, know God's love for them, and prepare them for initiation into the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist in the Catholic faith.
Participating in RCIA sessions does not commit you to become Catholic. A person may come with questions and uncertainties about the faith and a desire to know more about Christ and God's love for them. Participants may step in and out of RCIA at any time.
Each year we have one or more parents of our parish school participating in RCIA. They are often referred to RCIA by fellow OSM school parents. Participants are accompanied by various members of our school and parish family who seek to support the RCIA participants in their journey.
If you are interested in learning more about RCIA, we invite you to join us the next two Sundays (September 26 and October 3) for our RCIA gatherings. It is a short commitment two-week commitment from 9am – 10:15am. You will meet other participants, fellow school parents, and more. Participating will not commit you to
Our RCIA team could use 2-3 additional, especially men. If you would like to learn more about supporting RCIA participants on their journey, please contact Maryellen Harrington or Fr. Brad Schoeberle. Maryellen can be reached at mharrington@oldstmarys.com or 312-922-3444 ext 26.
Thank you
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Old St. Mary’s Catholic Church
invites you and your pet to a Blessing of the Animals on
Saturday, October 2nd at
11 am in the Wabash parking lot.
The blessing will occur rain or shine.
For the safety and protection of the animals,
all pets need to be on a leash or in a carrier.
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As a parish, we understand that young people have specific ministry needs. The home parish of a young person is vital in mature faith. The parish is where the sacraments are found. It is where a sustainable Christian community is found in middle school years, through high school, into college, and beyond. Our parish wants to be in a better relationship with our teens and provide more opportunities for young people to encounter Christ. Youth Ministry is the vehicle to serving our youth.
We are seeking caring adults interested in helping to develop our ministry for young people. We are seeking adults of the wider parish, including adults with or without children and parents of adolescents.
Why should you consider volunteering for our parish Youth Ministry efforts?
When a whole faith community supports the youth, the adults and parish community are evangelizing and fulfilling their baptismal promise to help others know Christ individually and as a community. Youth Ministry is a dynamic, fun way to serve.
If I don’t have teens or children, why should I consider volunteering for our parish Youth Ministry efforts?
When a family brings their child for baptism, we promise to support the parents and the child to know Jesus as a parish and Church. To volunteer to be a part of the Youth Ministry team and help support and accompany the young people of our parish is to fulfill our baptismal promise individually and as a parish.
JOIN US ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2, AT 6PM FOR PIZZA AND MORE INFORMATION. PLEASE RSVP by clicking here.
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OLD ST. MARY'S PARISH APP |
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We
are getting closer to the launch of our parish app.
This is a partial screen shot of the home page.
So many items will be at your fingertips.
Once we are ready to launch, we’ll let you know how to find it and the items that are available on the app.
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THINGS TO NOTE AS YOU RETURN MASS. |
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- All Masses are open. You no longer need to register to attend.
- Masks are required for everyone over the age of 2 regardless of your vaccination status.
- You may sing and respond.
- There will still be a worship aid available on our website for those not attending Mass in person.
- Sanitizing and social distancing for Communion are not required.
- Collection baskets will be passed to collect your offerings. Thank you.
- COVID-positive Parishioners
Since we are no longer requiring Mass registration,
it is important to let us know if:
A. you receive a COVID-positive diagnosis AND your symptoms
started with 48 hours of attending Mass and/or a parish meeting, OR
B. you receive a COVID-positive diagnosis and the date the test was administered was within 48 hours of attending Mass and/or a parish meeting.
call the parish office, 312-922-3444, ext. 23.
- All Masses will continue to be livestreamed. The dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation is still in effect.
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WAYS TO DONATE TO OLD ST. MARY'S CHURCH |
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Text to Give - 1.833.245.6595 - text GIVEOSM
(not case sensitive)
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If you don't wish to set up an account in Pushpay, you can make a donation to Old St. Mary's using Quick Pay through Zelle from your bank account.
Zelle is a quick way to pay people you know and trust in minutes.
For more information about Quick pay through Zelle or to see if your bank has this feature, visit Get Started with Zelle
You can also access Pushpay using the QR code below
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Old St. Mary's Church is Chicago's First Catholic Parish Established in 1833
Served by the Paulist Fathers since October 12,1903.
Phone Number: 312.922.3444
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Old St. Mary's Church
1500 S Michigan Ave,
Chicago, IL 60605
312-922-3444
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