Dear St. John Neumann Parish Family,
It was good to see so many people last weekend as we returned to the routine of school. Thank you for your generosity to Fr. Gudime and the Foundation for Children in Need in India.
I spent much of last weekend hanging out and talking to people between and during Mass since we had the mission appeal. It is dawning on me that we have a great nursery full of toys that we might want to use during Mass for some of the children who need to run around. Let me know if this is of interest to you.
We have done our parish SWOT and staff day, so now it is time to move forward on our goals. A time and talent is coming for service ministry. I have noticed there is a need for more breakfast people from 3-5 am or 5-7 am on the second Thursday night into Friday morning of the month at Hesed House.
I am also getting skilled care and assisted living centers asking for more times to receive Communion. I think this shut down in Covid and has not started up. I believe we have 6 different centers. My goal is to have 2 people at each facility to work with them and see how best to do this and have the priests go once a month, deacon once a month, and lay volunteers twice a month. This can be done at a time we work out with the facility. This is a very worthwhile and rewarding ministry. Please consider this opportunity.
Have a Blessed Week!
Fr. Paul
Dear Friends,
I sincerely thank Father Paul and all of you for giving me a wonderful opportunity to share about our mission work in India. I thank you on behalf of the children and the elderly that we serve. I am deeply grateful for sharing your blessings with our needy in India. I had a wonderful visit. All of you can truly take pride in how you share in this great organization's compassionate mission. Your prayers and support will mean a lot and we are ever grateful to you. Your kindness will always be remembered. May God bless you all.
If you missed the annual mission appeal collection, you may still support FCN by using a plain envelope marked “Mission Co-op.” Thank you for your generosity. Kindly continue to pray for us.
With Prayers and Much Gratitude,
Father Jesudas Gudime
Foundation for Children in Need
New Office Hours - Effective September 3.
Monday - Thursday: 9 am - 5 pm; 6 pm - 8 pm
Friday: 9 am - 12 pm
Friday: 9 am - 12 pm
Saturday: 9 am - 12 pm
Sunday/Welcome Center: 9 am - 12 pm
Sunday/Welcome Center: 9 am - 12 pm
Literacy Volunteers of Fox Valley, one of our tithe recipients, will have a representative available at our Welcome Center after all weekend Masses. Please stop by to learn more about their mission of teaching others the English language.
The St. John Neumann PRAISE Choir will resume rehearsals for this season on September 8.
We will rehearse in the Chapel at 9:45 and sing the 11:00 Mass weekly. We would love to have you join us! Please prayerfully consider this ministry. Even if you cannot attend each week we would be happy to have you when you could be there. For information contact Sr. Carol at CStevens@sjnstcharles.org or any PRAISE Choir member.
Grow in Christ
Join us on Tuesday, August 27 from 7-8:30 pm in the Guadalupe Chapel for a night of prayer, fellowship, and Eucharistic Devotion. Take this time to connect with the Real Presence and seek reconciliation in a welcoming and peaceful environment. Hear a brief reflection on the Gospel from that day given by Deacon Dave Womac. Afterward, stay for refreshments.
Join our Youth Faith Formation Catechists Team! Volunteers are still needed for our 2024-2025 Youth Faith Formation program. Make a difference in the faith journey of our parish youth - no experience needed! Bring your joy and enthusiasm - we provide the students with classroom materials. Catechists and classroom help are still needed for grades 1, 3, 4, and 5. For more information contact Kristi at kloar@sjnstcharles.org.
Fox Valley Bible Study for Women | Held at SJN. Thursday Mornings, September 5 to November 21. Women of all ages are invited to study Angels in the Bible and Scripture and the Rosary. Meet in person or choose the “Zoom Only” option. Large group reflection will begin at 9:15 am, followed by a small-group discussion of a weekly lesson. A $30 fee covers study materials and more. For a one-time fee of $10, structured childcare is available. Kids under 2 will stay with their mothers. Register online at fvwbiblestudy.org. Call Kathy at 630-370-4629.
Be Sent by Christ
Service Outreach Ministry Weekend! Mark your calendars for September 7 & 8! Join us in the Hermes Center after all Masses for our Mission of Love event. Meet & Greet members of our various Service Outreach Ministries and learn how you too can feed the hungry, give drink to the thirsty, shelter the homeless, visit the sick, walk with moms in need, visit those in prison, and give alms to the poor to the most vulnerable nationally and internationally. We hope you will find the right ministry that allows you to serve through your time and talents and fulfill the call of Our Lord Jesus to be His missionary disciple and BE SENT to the world to be His Light!
Volunteer at Lazarus House by serving the homeless! Would you encounter Our Lord Jesus in the face of your homeless neighbor? Lazarus House invites you to minister to our brothers and sisters at the shelter by serving on their overnight shifts. Ten monthly spots need to be filled. Volunteers 21 and older will arrive between 9:00 and 10:00 pm, and leave any time after 6:00 am. You will have access to a regularly sanitized & private sleeping space and a volunteer key to staff restrooms. If you are interested, please contact Megan at volunteer@lazarushouse.net. Thanks for your prayerful consideration.
Will You Walk with Moms in Need? Every third Saturday, we open our doors to support moms in need with our Respect Life Ministry. We provide essential items for 35 moms and their babies monthly, but we need your help to keep the love flowing. Donate diapers (sizes 3 & 5), baby shampoo, wipes, diaper cream, towels, toys, bottles, books, strollers, car seats, and more to help us build a culture of life and love. Contact Char Raffanti at cdr111@sbcglobal.net to join the movement!
Ongoing Events
Daughters of Mary Widows Group. Enjoy fun afternoons, and visit interesting places. The meetings are on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, in rooms 213-215.
Ahead of 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.
Feed My Starving Children. Pack food at the Aurora location on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Contact Bob 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. Register here.
Baby Items Collection for Moms in Need. Items in need: baby shampoo, lotion, diaper rash cream, baby wipes, clothes (0-24 months), and diapers.
Silver Foxes. Join the fun and fellowship with this 55 years & over group.
Events, monthly meetings, friendship, and more. Contact Terry at 630-853-5687.
Free Blood Pressure Screenings. On the third weekend of every month after every Mass in the Rosinski Reading Room.
Free Blood Pressure Screenings. On the third weekend of every month after every Mass in the Rosinski Reading Room.
Community Events
Mums for Mercy Fundraiser. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary to benefit Living Well Cancer Resource Center and CASA Kane County.
Respect Life Event! On Saturday, August 24 from 10:30 am to 11:30 am, at Waterleaf Women’s Center- 3055 E New York Street, Aurora, join Go Public 4Life for a Peaceful Prayer pro-life gathering with singers and guest speakers. Hear the latest updates on their ministry expansion. Be encouraged by the speakers and inspired to act on behalf of the human rights of the unborn, assisting those with unplanned pregnancies, and providing hope to those who need healing from Our Lord Jesus after an abortion. For more information contact Catherine Walker at 224-999-3701 cmwalker783@gmail.com.
K of C 300 Fundraiser. Get the winning ticket this weekend after Mass! Support the good work of the Knights through a year-long weekly raffle. It includes 52 weekly $150 winnings, a kickoff winning of $500, 2 bonus drawings of $300, and a $1000 grand prize. Each winning ticket will be returned for a chance to win again. Winners need not be present to win. All winners will be announced weekly in the St. Pat's bulletin. Only 300 tickets are being sold for $100 each until September 7. Look for a Knight after Mass this weekend or call Dennis at 708-476-1151.
Waterleaf Run for Life 2024! Get ready to join us at the Waterleaf Run for Life on September 7th at Waubonsee Lake Park in Aurora! Lace up your sneakers and be surrounded by the camaraderie of fellow participants as we support pregnant moms in need. Registration is now open, so sign up today! Click here for more information, sponsorship opportunities, or to be a Race Crew Volunteer.
Men's Summit. Join faithful men in the area for a 2-day Men’s Summit at St. Patrick Parish, on September 13-14 at the Crane Road church. The weekend will commence on Friday with great food, & fellowship. Conference speakers Dcn. Ralph Poyo & Sean Forrest will lead the evening with uplifting music, short talks, and a Holy Hour. Saturday we will continue the journey with keynote talks, breakout sessions, and worship, concluding the day with 4 pm Mass. Visit here to register.
·Captain Frederick Royd V dela Cruz, US Air Force, Davis Monthan Base
·Joseph Allegretti, US Navy, VP-40 Squadron, Bahrain
·Matthew Brummel, US Air Force, Scott Air Force Base
·Katie Henschel, US Air Force, Scott Air Force Base
Mass Intentions
Sunday, August 25th
8:00 (Fr. Paul) † Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Marozzi
9:30 (Fr. Paul) † Larry Wray
11:00 (Fr. Matt) † Jim Hyler
Monday, August 26th
7:30 (Fr. Matt) † Kathy Andrini
8:30 (Fr. Matt) † Kelly Conroy
Tuesday, August 27th
7:30 (Fr. Paul) † Stan Peck
8:30 (Fr. Paul) Leo & Emmy Faelnar (Anniversary)
Wednesday, August 28th
7:30 (Fr. Paul) † Paul Iwanski
8:30 (Fr. Matt) † Jackie Posluszny
Thursday, August 29th
7:30 (Fr. Jacobs) † Michael Vitale, Sr.
8:30 (Fr. Jacobs) Keith & Joni Kotche (Anniversary)
Friday, August 30th
7:30 (Fr. Matt) † Gregory Berk
8:30 (Fr. Matt) † Rick Jungels
Saturday, August 31st
8:30 (Fr. Matt) † Sue Markiewicz
4:00 (Fr. Matt) † Jean Dwyer
Sunday, September 1st
8:00 (Fr. Matt) † John Balzanto
9:30 (Fr. Matt) † William & Margaret Schell
11:00 (Fr. Matt) † Bernie Deutsch
9:30 (Fr. Matt) † William & Margaret Schell
11:00 (Fr. Matt) † Bernie Deutsch
Sick List
James Mast, Vanessa Ernsting, Lorraine Wojciechowski, Adele Fabish, Constance Thullen, Georgette Wurm, Jenny Martin, Cathy Brandenburg, Terri Carlson, Lisa Marie Fuchs, Mary Anderson, Marianne Roberts, Larry Fehling, Patrick Thomas, Don Van Borsch, Carol Klooppmann, Katie Kennedy, Mary Ann Yench, Ed Parker, Lyla Eaton, Kathie McBride, Rosemary Kelly, Kathy Anderson
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.
Sunday Collection Report
Budgeted Weekly Contribution Needed: $26,404
August 17-18 Contributions: $26,677
August 17-18 Contributions: $26,677
Literacy Volunteers of Fox Valley Tithe: $4,000
