https://youtu.be/TrXE1xSKzFs We invite you to pray with us this weekend as Fr. David celebrates Mass for Palm Sunday in our very own church.
Do You Know How to Weave Palm Fronds into a Cross?
Good morning St. James Family! Although our palms were delivered for Palm Sunday, according to the directives of Bishop Pates, and the State of Illinois, we are unable to distribute them on Palm Sunday. Therefore, before they get moldy or dry out, we are looking for those parishioners with the unique talent of weaving them … Continue reading Do You Know How to Weave Palm Fronds into a Cross?
Monday Check-In from St. James the Apostle Parish
Good afternoon! We begin today by sharing the photo above with some of the Holy Father’s words from his address last Friday from Rome. His message in its entirety is very powerful and moving and can be accessed in text form here: https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2020/03/27/read-pope-francis-urbi-et-orbi-address-coronavirus-and-jesus-calming-storm The entire prayer service may be watched here: https://youtu.be/AXTCW-WaIs4 PALM SUNDAY MASS, the … Continue reading Monday Check-In from St. James the Apostle Parish
Friday Check-In from St. James the Apostle Parish
“But this I will call to mind; therefore I will hope: The LORD’s acts of mercy are not exhausted, his compassion is not spent; They are renewed each morning—great is your faithfulness!” [LAMENTATIONS 3:21-23] As the sun rises on a new day, we remember that God’s loving presence and compassion are ever new and we call upon … Continue reading Friday Check-In from St. James the Apostle Parish
Junior High Students…It’s Time to ZOOM!
Jr High…..it’s time to ZOOM! What does 5 min have to do with me? On Thursday, March 26th at 4:00 pm it’s time for YOU to ZOOM with us!! With your parents near-by on their computer, be sure to sign on to see some of your friends, have some time to chat – AND….build a … Continue reading Junior High Students…It’s Time to ZOOM!
Join Pope Francis at 12 Noon on Friday for a Special Urbi et Orbi Blessing
Join #PopeFrancis on Friday, March 27 for a special Urbi et Orbi blessing live from St. Peter's Square. The prayer and blessing will be broadcast on the Vatican News website (https://www.vaticannews.va/en.html) at 6pm Rome time, 12 pm CST. The Holy Father will grant to all participants who participate in the livestream a Plenary Indulgence before imparting the Urbi et … Continue reading Join Pope Francis at 12 Noon on Friday for a Special Urbi et Orbi Blessing
Monday Check-In from St. James the Apostle Parish
Good morning! We pray this Flocknote finds you safe and healthy, figuring out a sort of "new normal", while always remembering that the Lord is near and His love never changes. Although we are apart physically at this time, the faith family of St. James has never been closer spiritually. Your light and love continue … Continue reading Monday Check-In from St. James the Apostle Parish
3/16/20 Statement from Bishop Pates Regarding COVID-19
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Some Changes & New Needs at the Glen Ellyn Food Pantry
As all of us are adjusting our patterns and habits to be as safe as possible in midst of the pandemic, the Glen Ellyn Food Pantry wants to communicate some of the changes it has made and new needs due to the current situation. Changes to Note for Clients First, all clients of the pantry … Continue reading Some Changes & New Needs at the Glen Ellyn Food Pantry
