Office Closed. Our parish office will be closed on Saturday, September 2 through Monday, September 4, in observance of Labor Day.
Office Hours Change. Beginning Tuesday, September 5, our new office hours will be Monday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm; Friday: Closed; and Saturday: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm.
Maui Needs Our Prayers and Support. Many of us have heard the crisis in Maui. You might even have family members or friends affected by this devastation. Here is an article directly from the Diocese of Honolulu. It asks for prayers and monetary support. Read article here.
Flu Shots. Protect yourself from Influenza, a contagious respiratory illness that infects the nose, throat, and lungs. Pharmacists from Jewel-Osco, St. Charles, will be here to administer vaccines after all Mass the weekend of September 9 & 10. Most insurances accepted, including Medicare and Medicaid; a discounted rate is available without insurance. Each participant will need to fill out a consent form, which will be available at our Welcome Center by September 2.
College Care Packages! On the weekend of September 9 & 10, our parishioners will have the opportunity to assemble a care package for their college student. If you have a family member in college, we invite you to stop at the Welcome Center on those days and grab unique devotional items, snacks and other fun things to send encouraging and uplifting items to your student. Share your faith, love and appreciation with a college package this Fall!
Grow In Christ
Youth Faith Formation Registration. Not yet registered? … Click here to register your children for Faith Formation for preschool through Grade 8, High School ministry, and preparation for First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation.
Catechists Are Still Needed! For our 2023-2024 Youth Faith Formation program - no experience needed! We’ll provide the classroom materials, and students. Please prayerfully consider offering your time and enthusiasm for helping the youth of our parish build their own relationship with Jesus. Volunteers are still needed for PreSchool/Kindergarden, and grades 1, 3, 4 and 5, Sunday morning or Wednesday evening class times. For more information contact Kristi at kloar@sjnstcharles.org.
19th Annotation Retreat. The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola teaches contemplative prayer with Scripture, instructs how to discern good and evil spirits, and praying through consolations and desolations. It runs from September 10-May 5.
Spiritual Direction will be provided.
The Sanctuary Course For Catholics, an educational series focused on varied aspects of mental health. Anyone with compassion for one’s neighbors is encouraged to attend. September 7— October 26: Thursdays from 7:00 pm-8:30 pm. Open to parishioners, friends, & anyone interested. Register today!
Wishing to Become a Catholic? This Fall, begin preparing with us! Starts Wednesday, September 6, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Hoping to receive Baptism, Eucharist, or Confirmation? Great - come attend Catholic Life 101, for anyone interested in learning more about the goodness, joys, and struggles of living a fulfilling Catholic life. We’ll begin with a book study of the Strangeness of Truth: Vibrant Faith in a Dark World. Participants also have the option of Sundays mornings, 9:30-10:15 am. Visit our registration page for details!
That Man is You! Weekly Men’s Faith & Leadership
begins September 16, 6:45-8:15 am. Husbands, dads, uncles, brothers, Christian men… Come for the free breakfast, stay for the solid faith-filled insights & good fellowship. Contact Deacon Shawn Glanville at SGlanville@sjnstcharles.org for more information.
Fox Valley Catholic Bible Study for Women. Women of all ages are invited to study the Book of Isaiah. Through a masterful mix of poetry and prose, the book of Isaiah gives prophetic witness to the complex story of God’s judgment against Israel and the enduring promise of divine redemption. Thursdays, beginning August 31 through December 7, in Hermes Center. More information here.
Email fvwbiblestudy@att.net or call Kathy at 630-370-4629 with any questions. Please register early
Be Sent by Christ
Homebound Ministry. Twice a month we have dedicated volunteers that go to the homes of our community for people that can no longer get out and come to Mass. They are given Communion, prayer, and a copy of our bulletin to keep them connected to our church family.
Please prayerfully consider joining this rewarding ministry. As our community ages, the need will only increase. We only need 1 hour a month. For more information, please contact Annette at agarrison@sjnstcharles.org.
Ongoing Events
Looking Ahead to the Weekend Gospel Study. Wednesdays, 11:15 am, in rooms 213-215.
Pietra Fitness. Thursdays, 9:30 am, in the Hoffman Center. Contact Laura at laura.m.saad@gmail.com.
Rosary Workshop. Make traditional and pro-life rosaries on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month, 9:30 am-Noon, in rooms 213-215. All are welcome!
Pietra Fitness. Thursdays, 9:30 am, in the Hoffman Center. Contact Laura at laura.m.saad@gmail.com.
Rosary Workshop. Make traditional and pro-life rosaries on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month, 9:30 am-Noon, in rooms 213-215. All are welcome!
Tuesday Evening Scripture Study. Every Tuesday, until December 7, rooms 213-215. Read together the Book of Isaiah. Register here.
Walking with Moms in Need – Ongoing collection in room 216 of baby items: diapers, baby lotion and baby shampoo, baby rash cream, baby wipes, baby clothes 0-24 months, baby towels and baby toys.
Feed My Starving Children. Pack food at the Aurora location on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 11:30 am. Contact Bob Andrini at drinibird2@gmail.com.
Northern Illinois Food Bank. Pack food at the Geneva location on the 3rd Thursday of every month at 5:30 pm. Please register here.
Feed My Starving Children. Pack food at the Aurora location on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 11:30 am. Contact Bob Andrini at drinibird2@gmail.com.
Northern Illinois Food Bank. Pack food at the Geneva location on the 3rd Thursday of every month at 5:30 pm. Please register here.
Community Events
Come and see what it means to be a Servant of the Holy Heart of Mary! A retreat for women ages 35-55 who are considering the possibility of life as a religious sister. We begin on Friday, September 8 at 7 pm and end after the noon meal on Sunday, September 10. You will meet our Sisters and explore what it means to live our life: how we pray, discern our ministry, and live in community. Please come; we would love to meet you! Nazareth Spirituality Center, 717 N. Batavia Avenue, Batavia
For more information or to register, contact Kathy at 815-814-1414 or email to sscm.vocations@gmail.com.
Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life starting on Saturday, September 9. A
9-month journey with 3 in-person sessions and 3 virtual sessions, exploring the common themes that arise in mid-life, and considering the possibilities this phase of life might be offering you. More information at https://wheatonfranciscan.org/events/
9-month journey with 3 in-person sessions and 3 virtual sessions, exploring the common themes that arise in mid-life, and considering the possibilities this phase of life might be offering you. More information at https://wheatonfranciscan.org/events/
Music at the Abbey. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the installation of the pipe organ in the Marmion Abbey Church located at 850 Butterfield Road, Aurora. In celebration there will be a recital by Mr. Nathan Laube on Sunday, September 10, at 3 pm with a reception to follow free of charge. Please plan on joining us and enjoying beautiful music at the Abbey. Please contact Br. Mariano DiCristofano OSB with any questions at mdicristofano@marmion.org or by contacting the Abbey at (630)897-7215.
Mass Intentions
Sunday, August 27th
8:00 † Frank & Alveda Rossi
9:30 † Bernard Andrini
11:00 † Frank & Betty Reid
Monday, August 28th
7:30 † Paul Iwanski
8:30 † Marcy LoDolce
Tuesday, August 29th
7:30 † Cal and Irene Muilenburg
8:30 Joni & Keith Kotche (Intentions of)
Wednesday, August 30th
7:30 † Kenneth Peck
8:30 † Jim Gebhardt
Thursday, August 31st
7:30 † Lia Mortensen
8:30 † Jeffery Smith
Friday, September 1st
7:30 Stephen Hale (Intentions of)
8:30 † Kenneth Peck
Saturday, September 2nd
8:30 † Kenneth Poe
4:00 † Mark Venditti
Sick List
Georgette Wurm, Jenny Martin,
Adele Fabish, Pat Chuchla,
Ellen Giammano, Terri Carlson,
Ruby Trout, Cathy Brandenburg,
Clara Williams, Lisa Patzner,
Lisa Marie Fuchs, Darlene Thomas, Patrick Thomas, Larry Fehling,
Mary Anderson, Glenn Johnson, Marianne Roberts, Katie Kennedy, Joseph Hantsch, Don Van Borsch,
Julie Glanville
Adele Fabish, Pat Chuchla,
Ellen Giammano, Terri Carlson,
Ruby Trout, Cathy Brandenburg,
Clara Williams, Lisa Patzner,
Lisa Marie Fuchs, Darlene Thomas, Patrick Thomas, Larry Fehling,
Mary Anderson, Glenn Johnson, Marianne Roberts, Katie Kennedy, Joseph Hantsch, Don Van Borsch,
Julie Glanville
Heavenly Father, we lift up all those who are facing various illnesses. Give them the hope and courage they need today and every day. Comfort their pain, calm their fears, and surround them with Your peace.
Stewardship Corner
In the Name and Spirit of Jesus, we commit ourselves to be good stewards of the gifts entrusted to us, to share our spiritual and material gifts as an outward sign of the treasure we hold in Jesus. Amen.
Collection Report
Budgeted Monthly Contribution Needed: $112,916.67
July Contribution Received: $113,472.41
Diocesan Stewardship Appeal
Goal is $138,956.00
Pledged Amount is $110,789.00
Goal is $138,956.00
Pledged Amount is $110,789.00