Resources Regarding The Return To Mass
The Archdiocese Office of Worship and Evangelization has created several videos featuring Archdiocesan speakers that highlight the privilege and joy of being able to celebrate the Eucharist together as the Body of Christ. Each of these very brief videos addresses a specific facet of what a gift and a privilege it is for us to attend Sunday Mass. Please enjoy these videos and share them with others:
Sean Hussey Young Adult and College Campus Ministry:
Sr. Nicolette Etienne, OSB Middle School Religion Teacher:
Fr. Patrick Beidelman, Office of Worship:
Are You Able To Host A Ukrainian Family
When hearing reports of the war in Ukraine, and the millions of Ukrainians that have been forced to flee their homeland, many have asked what they can do to help. Over 80,000 Ukrainians have already arrived to Canada through a special visa program created by Immigration Canada. An additional 500,000 have applied to the program and are expected to arrive in the coming months. Many are arriving to Toronto and are without family here in Canada to help them. Among those will be some who are vulnerable to human trafficking, particularly seniors, single women, and women with children. There is an immediate need for families to host for a period of between one and six months some of those who have arrived. If you would like to learn more about hosting a Ukrainian family, please go to Archdiocese of Toronto Ukrainian Crisis and register for a virtual information session.
The Bible In A Year With Fr Mike Schmitz
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Pope Francis Prayer To Our Lady Health Of The Sick
O Mary, you shine continuously on our journey as a sign of salvation and hope.
We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick.
At the foot of the Cross you participated in Jesus pain, with steadfast faith.
You, Salvation of the Roman People, know what we need.
We are certain that you will provide, so that, as you did at Cana of Galilee, joy and feasting might return after this moment of trial.
Help us, Mother of Divine Love, to conform ourselves to the Fathers will and to do what Jesus tells us:
He who took our sufferings upon Himself, and bore our sorrows to bring us, through the Cross, to the joy of the Resurrection. Amen.
We seek refuge under your protection, O Holy Mother of God.
Do not despise our pleas we who are put to the test and deliver us from every danger, O glorious and blessed Virgin.
Pope Francis, March 2020
Weekly Mass And Liturgy Schedule
Friday, October 149:00 a.m. Mass offered for the repose ofthe Soul of Jose Diogo by Maria Diogo
Saturday, October 1510:00 a.m. Mass offered for the repose ofthe Soul of Roger Jolie
Sunday, October 16The Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time11:00 a.m. Mass offered for the parishioners ofSt. Lawrence the Martyr Parish andOur Lady of Mercy Parish
~No Mass Monday~
Feast of St. Luke the Evangelist6:30 p.m. Confession7:00 p.m. Mass offered for the repose of the Soul of Marguerite Siek by Yvonne Siek
Wednesday, October 1912:00 noon Mass offered for the Stan Siek Family and the Butaro Family by the Jeffrey Family
Thursday, October 206:00 p.m. Confession and Adoration7:00 p.m. Mass offered for the Souls in Purgatoryby Maria Diogo
9:00 a.m. Mass offered for the repose ofthe Soul of Manuel Bragues by Idalina Bragues
Saturday, October 2210:00 a.m. Mass offered for the repose of the Soul of Joseph Gallizzi by Michael Gallizzi
Sunday, October 23The Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time11:00 a.m. Mass offered for the parishioners ofSt. Lawrence the Martyr Parish andOur Lady of Mercy Parish
Do you use Google Calendars? if you do, you can click the + icon in our calendar above to add our Mass schedule to your google calendars.
Televised Masses During the Covid 19 Pandemic as churches begin to open, some parishioners may not be comfortable attending a public gathering. There are also a number of televised Masses available for Catholics:
Vision TV
yesTV
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Free Breakfast Mondays From : 30
DINING ROOM NOW OPEN! We will no longer offer drive-thru service. Carry out is available. Pick up your free breakfast on Mondays from 7:30 – 9:30AM. Breakfast includes eggs, sausage, bacon, french toast, pancakes, and a drink. Located in the basement of the Parish Hall at 11th and Collins, Lawrenceville, IL. This is a free breakfast to anyone that wants to come.
Prayer To Care For Our Common Home
Father of all, Creator and ruler of the universe, You entrusted your world to us as a gift. Help us to care for it and all people, so that we may live in a right relationship– with You, with ourselves, with one another, and with creation.
Christ our Lord, both divine and human, You lived among us and died for our sins. Help us to imitate your love for the human family by recognizing that we are all connected to our brothers and sisters around the world, to those in poverty impacted by environmental devastation, and to future generations.
Holy Spirit, the giver of wisdom and love, You breathe life in us and guide us. Help us to live according to your vision, stirring to action the hearts of all individuals and families, communities of faith, and civil and political leaders.
Triune God, help us to hear the cry of those in poverty, and the cry of the earth, so that we may together care for our common home. Amen.
This prayer from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops is based on Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’: On Care for Our Common Home
Amen.
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St Lawrence Catholic Church
St. Lawrence Catholic Church
We welcome you to St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Lawrenceburg, IN. Please see below for Mass times.
If you need directions to St. Lawrence Catholic Church, click . We hope you join us for the celebration of the Eucharist!
Mass Times during COVID-19
- Saturday5:30pm – INSIDE/Confessions will be heard 30 minutes before Mass start
- Sunday9:15am – OUTSIDE MASS/Confession will be heard 30 minutes before Mass start
- Tuesday8:30am – Confessions will be heard 30 minutes before Mass start
- Friday8:30am – Confessions will be heard 30 minutes before Mass start
Email Notification
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A Message From Fr Zachary Cecil Pastor
We are in the first phase of Beacons of Light. Beacons of Light, a term you have undoubtedly heard many times, began a couple of years ago when the Archdiocese started to evaluate and deeply look at where we are and where we are going as an Archdiocese. With the desire to build upon the rich and enduring history of the Archdiocese, it became clear that some changes needed to happen. A plan was formulated and named Beacons of Light. At the highest level it was determined that the best possible chance for success for the parishes of the archdiocese would be to group into Families of Parishes. These Families would then work together to create a stable and lively structure for their particular area. The groupings have now been formed The St. Lawrence, St. Teresa, St. William, and Resurrection of Our Lord are now a Beacons of Light Family of Parishes also known as the SW-4 Family.
Our Family of Parishes now has the potential to create a lot of good for our parishes. Now in phase one of Beacons of Light, we are committed to coming together, getting to know each other, and forming groups that will help us with this endeavor.
I ask that you would please pray for me, our archdiocese, our parishes, and our Parochial Vicars.
Please know you are in my daily prayers.
Fr. Zachary Cecil
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Schedule Your Mass Intentions
Weekend Masses are booked through the end of the year. Daily Masses are available as early as next week. Call Kim at the parish office 317-546-4065 ext 332 to schedule a Mass intention in memory of a loved one or for the special intention of a loved one. The stipend is $10.
HOSPITAL VISITATION FROM OUR PRIESTS
Please remember that because of HIPPA rules, hospitals will not call Saint Lawrence and tell us when you are in the hospital. Even if you give the hospital the name of our church, they will not pass on your hospital admission to us. When you are admitted to the hospital, please have a family member call Saint Lawrence and let us know of your illness. If you need a priest in an emergency, please use our emergency phone .
Summer Kids Club At St Lawrence
We are inviting your family to take part in our Summer Kids Club. Each Sunday in July, children attending Mass will receive a super-fun goody bag to take home with them. Inside they will find crafts, coloring sheets, activity sheets and more about a special saint. There will be information for Mom and Dad and more activity links posted each Sunday on our churchs Facebook page. We would love for you to share pictures of the activities you do each week there also! We will wrap up the Club with a fun party in August. There is no cost to take part. Please plan to attend Mass each week to receive your new packet!
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A Prayer For Protection In Time Of Pandemic
O Mary, you always brighten our path as a sign of salvation and of hope. We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick, who, at the Cross, took part in Jesus pain while remaining steadfast in the faith. O loving mother, you know what we need, and we are confident you will provide for us as at Cana in Galilee. Intercede for us with your Son Jesus, the Divine Physician, for those who have fallen ill, for those who are vulnerable, and for those who have died. Intercede also for those charged with protecting the health and safety of others and for those who are tending to the sick and seeking a cure. Help us, O Mother of Divine Love, to conform to the will of the Father and to do as we are told by Jesus, who took upon himself our sufferings and carried our sorrows, so as to lead us, through the Cross, to the glory of the Resurrection. Amen.
Under thy protection, we seek refuge, O Holy Mother of God. In our needs, despise not our petitions, but deliver us always from all dangers, O glorious and blessed Virgin. Amen.Adapted from the prayer of Pope Francis
Saint Lawrence Catholic Church
| Rev. Janusz KowalskiSaint Lawrence is a vibrant parish of families from throughout the Wisconsin Rapids area. Known for our friendliness and hospitality, we welcome all visitors, whether you are a guest looking for a church to celebrate Mass, or a resident seeking a parish to call HOME. We welcome you to join our parish family at Saint Lawrence Catholic Church! Questions? Call St. Lawrence’s office at: 715.421.5777 or email us at . We’re located at 530 10th Avenue N., Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. Here is a link to the Diocese of La Crosse’s TV Mass. Below is a schedule of available weekend masses in the Wisconsin Rapids Deanery.Check us out on You Tube:SaintLawrenceCatholicChurchWisconsinRapids | **Please check the bulletin for current Mass schedule.St. Lawrence Church is open weekdays 8 a.m.-5 p.m.Confession is available before every Mass. Live streaming for Mass is on our page.Mass times:
We have added a 5 p.m. Mass on Sunday evenings, also known as the Deanery Mass. This is an additional opportunity to attend a Sunday Mass for those unable to make it to Saturday evening or Sunday Morning Masses. Please join us St. Lawrence will host this extra Mass until November 20. God bless you.St. Lawrence Office hours: Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.Helpful Links: |
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Humanitarian Relief For Ukraine
Donations to help Ukrainians who are suffering due to this war would be most appreciated.
The Archdiocese of Toronto will channel donations to support the Office for Refugees, Archdiocese of Toronto and the Catholic Near East Welfare Association . CNEWA is a papal agency with a long history of humanitarian relief it is currently working in Eastern Europe, providing Ukrainians with food, shelter, medicine and transportation to safe locations. ORAT is Canadas largest private Sponsorship Agreement Holder, which helps bring hundreds of newcomers to our country each year it will use donations to bring Ukrainian refugees to Canada as soon as possible.
Your donation will help Ukrainians who are beset by violence in Eastern Europe and it will help some of them find a new home in Canada.
Those wishing to help may do so in the following ways:
- Online through the Archdiocese of Toronto website: www.archtoronto.org
- Through the parish, making cheques payable to:
- St. Mary Immaculate Ukrainian Relief Humanitarian Relief
We Assure You That Safety Remains A High Priority We Will Continue To Santize The Church While Guidelines For Receiving Holy Communion Remain In Place There Will Be Several Pews Reserved For Anyone Who Wishes To Remain Socially Distanced Due To Health Concerns
Bishop Frank J. Caggiano has issued guidance for thosewho seek letters of exemption from the Covid-19 vaccine.
A Letter from Bishop Frank J. Caggiano
My Dear Friends in Christ,A Bridge Home is the theme of the 2022 Bishops Appeal, formerly called the Annual Catholic Appeal, and it highlights hope, renewal and evangelization in our diocese. The Appeal invests in services that continue to engage those in their faith and build a strong bridge to so many who are struggling. Now it is more important than ever to reunite our Church, affirm our faithful and welcome others back.I am grateful for your support this past year as we continue to deal with the Covid-19 pandemic and we once again gather within our parishes, homes and communities. This is possible because of your faith and generosity.The Diocese of Bridgeport has a long tradition of providing programs that serve those in need and prepare for the future of our Catholic faith. This years Appeal goal is $8.1 million and remains unchanged from last year.I personally invite you to join with me in making a gift and building A Bridge Home, one living stone at a time. We have been through much together as a family in faith, and we have much to look forward to because we are a people of hope.I pray for Gods blessings on you and your family.Faithfully in Christ,Most Reverend Frank J. Caggiano
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Parish All Saints Day Novena Day 1 Begins On October 23
In preparation for the Solemnity of All Saints, Fr. Vinny and the Saint Lawrence Spiritual Life Commission ask all parishioners to join in praying a special novena this year. You may sign up to receive the English language novena via email at: www.praymorenovenas.com/saints-day-novena#
The novena will also be sent out each day on Evangelus and printouts of the novena will be available on the tables in the narthex.
Saint Vincent De Paul : Hours Wednesdays 1: 00
Saint Vincent de Paul. Saint Vincent de Paul is open Wednesdays from 11AM to 1PMThey provide utility assistance only and have a small food pantry for any Lawrence County resident in need. Their hours are from 11AM – 1PM on Wednesday only.They are located in the basement of the Church Hall, which is the old Catholic School, located at 11th and Collins St. in Lawrenceville, IL 618-943-4849
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Thank You And Volunteer Opportunities
Thank you to everyone who took time to have a picture taken for our Parish Pictorial Directory this past week and to everyone who volunteered at the check-in table.
Thank you also to everyone who signed up for Fr. Vinnys 10 volunteer opportunities on September 25. Someone will contact you in the next few weeks. If you missed the signup sheets, you can still volunteer by contacting the Parish Office 317-546-4065 or
Click to view the 10 volunteer opportunities!
Celebration Of Our Lord’s Supper Mass Schedule
Join Father Vinny in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel for all Masses and the Main Church for Confessions. Please enter through the right-most Main Door.
Tuesdays 5:30pm Saturdays 5:00 pm Sundays 9:00am, Noon 6:00pm
Those who are uncomfortable attending our weekend Masses are encouraged to attend our less crowded Tuesday evening Mass.
LIVE STREAMED MASSES We stream our Sunday Noon and 6:00pm Masses on our website, YouTube channel, and Facebook page.
WORSHIP AIDS will be discontinued as we are now using the St. Augustine Hymnals for all Masses.
Low-Gluten Hosts are AvailableSt. Lawrence does have a supply of low-gluten hosts. If you need a low-gluten host at Mass, please tell the presiding priest before Mass, and he will accommodate you. You must stand in this priests Communion line to receive the low-gluten host.
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