Saints James & Patrick Parish

Thursday Sep 1, 2016

• Protecting God's Children

  Thursday Sep 1, 2016 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

  This session is required for all people working with children because it ensures the safety and care of our youth. Hosted at Holy Family Parish.

Wednesday Sep 7, 2016

• Caregiver Support Group

  Wednesday Sep 7, 2016 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

  Are you caring for an aging loved one and/or someone with dementia? Our Caregiver Support Group is a chance to share an hour of prayer, talk, and concern. This meeting is in the Parish Office at St. Patrick. Call Therese at the office for more information.

• Families of Faith

  Wednesday Sep 7, 2016 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

  Topic: What is a Sacrament? / Sacrament of Penance
  
  Where: St. James Parish House
  
  Please call the parish office or register at the first session.

Thursday Sep 8, 2016

• Mother Teresa Movie

  Thursday Sep 8, 2016 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

  Join Catholics around the city to celebrate our newest saint. The movie is at the Avon Theatre, and tickets are $5 each or four for $15.

• Protecting God's Children

  Thursday Sep 8, 2016 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

  This session is required for all people working with children because it ensures the safety and care of our youth. Hosted in the St. James Parish House. Register in the parish office.

Friday Sep 9, 2016

• St. Teresa Grandparents Lunch

  Friday Sep 9, 2016 11:15 AM to 12:30 PM

  All grandparents of current St. Teresa High School students are invited to lunch with their grandchildren on Friday, September 9th. RSVP to the Advancement Office at 875-7950 by Thursday, September 1st. Student lunch times vary and are: a)11:16-11:36 b) 11:40-12:00 or c) 12:04-12:24. Check with your grandchild to determine which lunch period they attend.

Sunday Sep 11, 2016

• Knights of Columbus Breakfast

  Sunday Sep 11, 2016 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM

  The Knights of Columbus invite you to join them for breakfast in the Knights of Columbus Hall.

• Families of Faith

  Sunday Sep 11, 2016 11:15 AM to 1:15 PM

  Topic: What is a Sacrament? / Sacrament of Penance
  
  Where: St. James Parish House
  
  Please call the parish office or register at the first session.

• Youth Ministry

  Sunday Sep 11, 2016 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

  Young people of high school age are invited to come and join in the fun! Bring a friend! For more information, contact Jean Moore at 217-620-5548 or mccac4kids@aol.com. The event is at 1141 N. Sunnyside Rd.

Monday Sep 12, 2016

• Deadline for Brian Braun Scholarship

  Monday Sep 12, 2016 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

  Deadline to apply for the Brian Braun Scholarship. Applications will be accepted from former students of St. Patrick School entering or attending college in fall 2016. Applications can be picked up at the office.

Wednesday Sep 14, 2016

• Dealing with Grief Session

  Wednesday Sep 14, 2016 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM

  Those who have experienced the loss of a loved one often find healing and support through sharing with others with similar experiences. Our parish is hosting a grief session at the Parish House at St. James. Anyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact the parish office at 429-5363.

• Protecting God's Children

  Wednesday Sep 14, 2016 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

  This session is required for all people working with children because it ensures the safety and care of our youth. Hosted at Our Lady of Lourdes Enrichment Center. Call 217-877-4404 to register.

• Book Club - Pecan Man

  Wednesday Sep 14, 2016 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

  The book for discussion is 'Pecan Man' by Cassie Dandridge Selleck. This meeting will be in Parish House at St. James.

Friday Sep 16, 2016

• Retrouvaille Marriage Program

  Friday Sep 16, 2016 12:15 PM to 5:00 PM

  25% of surveyed couples say they are “Happily
  Married”. For everyone else there is Retrouvaille. Are you frustrated, hurt or angry with each other? Are you constantly fighting? Or do you simply shut down? Have you thought about separation or divorce? Does talking only make it worse? For information on the Retrouvaille Program, visit the website www.HelpOurMarriage.com or call 1-800-470-2230.

Saturday Sep 17, 2016

• Heroic Catholic Manhood Workshop

  Saturday Sep 17, 2016 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

  There's a crisis facing men in the Church today and an absence of good fellowship among men. But with grace and formation, you can help turn the tide. Come on your own or with your men’s group to learn the essentials of mentorship and how to take it to the next level. Hosted at St. Boniface in Edwardsville, IL.
  
  Cost $10. (Lunch included)
  To register, visit www.dio.org/familylife/events or call (217) 321-1132.

Wednesday Sep 21, 2016

• Families of Faith for Children

  Wednesday Sep 21, 2016 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM

  Topic: What is a Sacrament? / Sacrament of Penance
  
  Where: St. James Parish House
  
  * This session for children.
  
  Please call the parish office or register at the first session.

Thursday Sep 22, 2016

• Handbell Rehearsal

  Thursday Sep 22, 2016 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

  Rehearsal at St. Patrick Church.

• Choir Rehearsal

  Thursday Sep 22, 2016 7:15 PM to 8:15 PM

  Rehearsal at St. Patrick Church.

Friday Sep 23, 2016

• Marriage Encounter Weekend

  Friday Sep 23, 2016 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

  Jesus wants us to put others first and to treat them with kindness, respect, love and compassion. Allow Jesus to transform your marriage and show you how to truly love your spouse. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend is September 23 - 25. To register or for more information call 314-649-7317 or go online to www.stl-wwme.org.

Saturday Sep 24, 2016

• Marriage Encounter Weekend

  Saturday Sep 24, 2016 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

  Jesus wants us to put others first and to treat them with kindness, respect, love and compassion. Allow Jesus to transform your marriage and show you how to truly love your spouse. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend is September 23 - 25. To register or for more information call 314-649-7317 or go online to www.stl-wwme.org.

Sunday Sep 25, 2016

• Marriage Encounter Weekend

  Sunday Sep 25, 2016 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

  Jesus wants us to put others first and to treat them with kindness, respect, love and compassion. Allow Jesus to transform your marriage and show you how to truly love your spouse. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend is September 23 - 25. To register or for more information call 314-649-7317 or go online to www.stl-wwme.org.

• 50 or More Years of Marriage Mass

  Sunday Sep 25, 2016 1:45 PM to 4:00 PM

  We will again host a Diocesan celebration for couples who have been married 50 years or more. The celebration will be at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception starting at 1:45 p.m. with a Musical Prelude. Holy Mass will follow at 2p.m. with a reception afterward. If you have been married 50 years or longer (or will be by December of this year), contact us for your certificate today! Register by calling (217) 321 1139 or online at www.dio.org/familylife/annualmasses.html.

Monday Sep 26, 2016

• Sacraments Discussion

  Monday Sep 26, 2016 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

  A key element of our Catholic faith. If you are interested in learning more about them and discussing them with others, please consider coming one night each month to discuss a particular Sacrament. The first session is in the basement of the parish house at St. James. The session will give an overview of the Sacraments and focus on the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Tuesday Sep 27, 2016

• Banquet for Life

  Tuesday Sep 27, 2016 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

  Time is to be determined. New Life Pregnancy Banquet for Life is hosted at the Mt. Zion Convention Center. Call 872-5556 to RSVP or with questions.

• Finance Council meeting

  Tuesday Sep 27, 2016 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM

Friday Sep 30, 2016

• Divorced and Separated Koinonia

  Friday Sep 30, 2016 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

  Divorced and Separated Koinonia (DASK) held at the Villa Maria Center in Springfield, IL from Sept 30 to Oct 2, 2016. For more information call Carlos at 217 698-8500 x 132