St. Mary’s Prayer List
Please pray for Lisa Herritz, Mrs. Ludke, Christy Bingenheimer, Charlene Molitor, Maureen Mallory, Baby Johnson, Marlene McGowan, those who are sick, unemployed, in need, and all families who are suffering in any way; from illness, cancer, uncertainty, & anxieties; Families & Friends, please pray the rosary. *If you or someone you know would like to be included on the prayer list please notify us at bulletin@stmlys.diolcparish.org
Blood Drive
Lyndon Station Fire Station, Tuesday, October 27, 12pm-4pm
Trunk or Treat Event!
The Ladies Sodality will be sponsoring “Trunk or Treat” this year in the back parking lot of the church on Saturday, October 31st from 2-4 pm. Come join us to provide “treats” for the Parish and local community children in a safe environment. Bring your own candy to pass out, be festive- dress up, or decorate your car. Any questions, please call Linda Lochner at847-867-4941. More details will be in next week’s bulletin.
All Souls Day
Ladies Sodality will be serving refreshments after the 9am Mass on Sunday, November 1 (To mark All Souls Day). The Parish Office is gathering photos for All Souls Day of those who have passed away within the last 12 months. To include your loved one, please mail, email or drop off an 8×10 photo to the parish office to be included in the display. Your loved one is not forgotten and St Mary’s is here for you. You may also send a photo of an immediate family member of a parish member who passed away within the last 12 months, even if they are outside the parish. (Please have all photos submitted by Oct. 31st)
Coats for Kids
Our Knights of Columbus council is participating in the Order’s Coats for Kids program. This program provides free winter coats for boys and girls. This year we have a dozen coats for boys and a dozen for girls. If you know of a child in need please reach out to Patrick Kelly at 630-639-1697 or the Parish Office to check on sizes available.
October is Respect Life Month
Catholic Charities offers free, confidential pregnancy and parenting support and adoption services. For pregnancy support, call 1.844.64GRACE (1-844-644-7223) or text 715.600.6391. For adoption information, call 888.212.4357.
Did you know that the Catholic Church is present all around the world? Today we celebrate World Mission Sunday, a day when Catholics come together to pray for and support missionaries who share the love of Jesus with others.
Mass Intentions
If you would like to schedule Mass intentions please contact the parish office. We currently have availability for both weekdays and weekends.